Project Specialist - Statics

What you'll do on a typical day:

• Collaborating close with the colleagues in our Climbing, Infrastructure and Building teams in the delivery of special solution projects providing hand calculations or solutions with the use of RSTAB
• Prepare and present proposals to customers facilitating specialist technical discussions
• Support regional preparation of offers with technical advice and guidance on nonstandard system applications
• Create preliminary calculations for project support in the tender and offer phase & prepare cost calculation of system and engineering support
• Prepare detailed structural calculations, “Proof of Stability” design charts & worksheets according to CSA standards
• Work with third party Engineers and local building control as required to evaluate the system designs and static proofs
• Work closely with design professionals (e.g., internal & external stamping engineers) to ensure the designs meet national and local standards (e.g., CSA, OHSA, and National and Provincial Building Codes)
• Design custom component as required and produce fabrication drawings

Core Fuctions

• Review and approval of structural design drawings and calculations perpetrated by others
• Communicate and collaborate with internal and external customers
• Providing resolution for technical or cost control problems
• Design in accordance with CSA standards for steel products
• Converting product limitations and design tables from European to Canadian standards
• Check and approve schemes within the limits of skills and capability
• Conduct On-site project meetings with customer and Technical Sales Consultant with relevant site visits when necessary
• Identify technical issues proactively to eliminate or mitigate design risks
• Working close with the Climbing, Infrastructure and Building teams and the Engineering Managers to ensure self-sufficiency for PERI Canada.
• Representing the Climbing, Infrastructure and Building teams to collaborate with and support other functions
• Communication of all technical information to the Technical Offices and other departments
• Create and maintain engineering-related documents
• Other related duties as assigned

What you'll need to be successful:

Education & Qualifications

• A degree in Mechanical (preferable) or Structural Engineering
• 6 plus years of experience in structural engineering and construction
• 3 plus years of experience using AutoCAD
• 5 plus years of experience using structural analysis software RSTAB
• Experience in using RFEM an asset
• Must be eligible to become a Professional Engineer in Canada
• Formwork design experience in Climbing and Infrastructure
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Excellent understanding of structural and architectural drawings, as well as construction sequencing
• Good understanding of Canadian and Provincial Building Standards and Codes; understanding of European standards relevant to formwork and/or scaffolding
• Advanced PERI product knowledge
• Bilingual (English and French), is an asset
• Vehicle and valid driver’s license required

Key Skills and Core Competencies

• Meticulous attention to detail, organizational skills, drive, and ability to prioritize their tasks and the work of others
• Highly analytical individual with sound engineering understanding
• Enjoy getting involved in complex projects and calculations
• High sense of urgency
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• The ability to interact with customers at a high level, to provide input on solutions to design challenges
• Skilled at mentoring and training team members
• Excellent ability to learn quickly and to work well independently in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Very strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Skilled with the Microsoft Office suite of programs
• Advanced ability to work with the structural analysis and design software RSTAB
• Ability to work with Auto CAD 2D and 3D
• Tender development skills

What your benefits will be:

• Health (including paramedical), Vision & Dental
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Company Matching RRSP
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company Bonus

We thank all applicants for their interest in the position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

 Accommodation for candidates with disabilities is available throughout the recruitment process upon request.  

PERI is an Equal Opportunity Employer