Designer II - Hybrid

What you'll do on a typical day:

• Directly interface with customers to understand customer’s needs
• Interact with PERI’s Technical Sales Consultants to provide the most cost-effective design solutions 
• Develop formwork, shoring and scaffolding solutions for various kinds of construction projects
• 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)
• Understand customer’s structural and architectural drawings, and interpret PERI’s involvement
• Exhibit the knowledge and design skills associated with an experienced design professional
• Perform and document design calculations, including the use of in-house structural analysis software, to ensure safe and economical designs
• Create general arrangement, assembly, and steel fabrication drawings
• Provide concepts and design direction to Engineering Interns, Draft’s people, and Designers
• Adhere to engineering procedures as set out in the Quality Management System
• Follow PERI design and drafting guidelines and standards
• Create material lists
• Check material lists done by others
• Create engineering-related documents, such as transmittals, site visit reports & customer meeting reports
• Create DWF drawings in order to share a 3D model with customers for viewing on other platforms 
• Review and approve designs of more junior team members (as experience dictates)
• Adhere to the work schedule to ensure work is completed on time and under budget 
• Maintain data in the Engineering Logbook to ensure project details are captured and invoicing of Engineering is organized 
• Mentor, assist and instruct Engineering Interns, Draft’s people and more junior Designers 
• Visit job sites and provide technical support when required
• Participate in Training / E-Learning / Certification as assigned 
• Model PERI’s values, success factors and leadership principles
• Respect working procedure
• Use protective personal equipment when required
• Report hazards and accidents
• Take care of your health and safety and that of the others
• Other related duties as assigned

What you'll need to be successful:

 Education and Qualifications 

• A degree in Civil Engineering, a diploma in Civil Engineering Technology, or relative industry experience / education
• 3-5 plus years of experience in structural engineering and construction
• 5 plus year at a Senior Technical Level position
• 1 plus year of experience using AutoCAD
• Experience using structural analysis software 
• Formwork design experience: scaffolding design experience is an asset
• Good understanding of structural and architectural drawings, as well as construction sequencing
• Understanding of Canadian and Provincial Building Standards and Codes; basic understanding of European standards, relevant to formwork and/or scaffolding, is an asset 
• PERI product knowledge 
• Bilingual (English and French), is an asset 
• Vehicle and valid driver’s license required

Key Skills and Core Competencies 

• High attention to detail, organizational skills, drive, and ability to prioritize their tasks
• Very good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Skilled at mentoring and training team members
• Very good ability to learn quickly and to work well independently in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Skilled with the Microsoft Office suite of programs
• Advanced ability to work with AutoCAD 2D and 3D
• Ability to work with Revit is an asset 

Working Conditions

• 8-hour workday
• Operates computer and peripherals
• Works in an office / home office environment
• Sits/stands at a desk for extended periods
• Travels to customer job sites and offices, as required 
• Travels nationally for training or meetings, as required
• Overtime eligible         

What your benefits will be:

Compensation

• $66,600 to $71,500

Benefits

• 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