Kloudhire

Responsibilities

Design structures to be as efficient as possible while maintaining building code compliance.
Review contract documents to ensure correct fabrication and compliance with design standards.
Perform site visits to evaluate the construction progress, identify deficiencies, recommend and give instruction for repairs.
Connection design.
Communicate with clients and other team members to understand project requirements.
Random inspection of fabricated items and collaboration with welders and fitters.
Working collaboratively with customers, engineers, detailers, checkers, welders, fitters & ironworkers.
Facilitate and assist in streamlining and optimizing processes and procedures.
Participate in safety and quality assurance programs.

Qualifications:

2 to 5+ years experience in structural design with P. Eng designation in Nova Scotia as an asset.
Demonstrated understanding of engineering principles and theory and the ability to apply this knowledge to solve unique design scenarios and remedy field issues.
Strong understanding of S16 steel design code beyond simple familiarity.
Knowledge of other current design and welding codes such as CSA W47.1 and W59 along AWS D1.1 and AISC Steel Design Manual would be considered an asset.
Must be able to recognize the design intent and underlying theories of steel design in order to address more complicated design problems.
Ability to read and understand construction, erection and shop drawings from all disciplines.
This requires extreme attention to detail in order to make sure all information and items are accounted from project inception through to completion.

Skills:

Microsoft Office, RAM, AutoCAD or Autodesk Revit or Tekla X Steel and/or structural analysis software are considered an asset.
Ability to work independently and coordinate information with team members.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business and technical documents
Ability to visualize an object in both two and three dimensions
Safety training is considered an asset* (WHMIS, First Aid, Fall Protection, OH&S)
Experience in structural steel and miscellaneous metals steel design is considered an asset.