We're looking for a Senior Structural Engineer to lead structural projects from our Kingston office. You'll be our only structural team member in Kingston, but never on your own: the Barrie team is in touch daily by Teams, email and phone, and you'll be part of our meetings and team conversations. Contact with Barrie is mostly virtual, apart from onboarding and periodic visits for company events.
What You'll Do
- Lead structural engineering projects from planning through completion, with a focus on quality, cost-effective delivery, safety and compliance
- Act as Project Manager on single-discipline projects, keeping them on time and on budget
- Coordinate with our Project Management team to keep multi-disciplinary projects on plan
- Write proposals and reports, review designs, and coordinate with vendors and clients
- Apply OBC Part 4, CSA A23.3, CSA S16, CSA S136 and CSA O86 in your design work
- Visit construction sites and build working relationships with contractors and clients in the Kingston area
- Provide technical guidance, training and mentorship to your team
What You Bring
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, with an emphasis in Structural Engineering
- P.Eng. designation in good standing with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO)
- 8+ years of experience in a structural engineering role
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and structural analysis software such as SAFI GSE, S-Frame, spSlab, MASS and WoodWorks; basic coding experience is an asset
- Comfort with regular field work - construction sites, contractors, and building relationships in the Kingston area are a regular part of this role
- A client-focused work ethic and an entrepreneurial approach
- A collaborative mindset: you speak up, share your perspective,
and respectfully challenge the team when you see a better way
What We Offer
- Work alongside Professional Engineers, Engineering Interns, Designers and Drafters
- 37.5-hour work week and a hybrid work arrangement
- Medical and dental coverage, life and critical illness insurance, long-term disability, and an Employee Assistance Plan
- Matched RRSP and DPSP contributions
- Health and Wellness Spending Account
- Reimbursement of professional licensing fees
- Paid sick time and bereavement leave, plus 5 extra "YAY Days" when you use all your vacation
- Employee discounts through Perkopolis
- Ongoing professional development, and chances to join our charitable initiatives through the year
Vacancy Status
This posting is for a current vacancy.
Equal Chance & Accessibility
We thank all applicants. Gerrits Engineering is committed to an inclusive, accessible hiring process; accommodations are available on request by contacting Human Resources at
[email protected].
Use of AI in Hiring
Gerrits Engineering Limited may use artificial intelligence to help screen applicants during the hiring process. Applications are reviewed by Human Resources.
Candidate Follow-Up
Candidates interviewed for this position will hear back on the outcome within 45 days of their final interview.
Pay: $110,000.00-$130,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Kingston, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:
- Structural Engineering: 6 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- P. Eng designation (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Kingston, ON
📌 Senior Structural Engineer (Kingston)
🏢 Gerrits Engineering
📍 Kingston