Jobs – Senior / Associate Engineer – Vancouver

SENIOR OR ASSOCIATE ENGINEER

Post Date: April 1, 2025
Close Date: Open until filled
Location: Vancouver, BC
Salary: $90,000-130,000 annually

Equilibrium Consulting is looking for a Senior or Associate Engineer to join our team in Vancouver.

EQUILIBRIUM is an award-winning mid-sized consulting Structural Engineering firm working on a diverse range of ambitious projects both locally and internationally. EQUILIBRIUM was founded in Vancouver in 1998 with a focus on progressive and innovative building projects, sustainability-oriented construction, and particularly projects utilizing timber construction.

While still based in Vancouver, BC, we are growing our presence in the US and France with our offices in Atlanta, GA and Paris respectively.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for a talented and ambitious structural engineer with 10+ years of experience to join our growing team. The role provides the opportunity to work on our most high-profile projects around the world, while also working directly alongside the management team, providing an opportunity for long-term career development within our growing company.

Specifically, we are seeking a candidate with a strong technical understanding in building design across all major materials, and the ability and desire to actively engage in the technical and quality control aspects of our projects. At Equilibrium, we are committed to supporting and mentoring our team, and we are confident you’ll contribute to this collaborative environment as well.

WHAT YOU’LL GET UP TO

– Manage significant projects that raise the bar for sustainability and the integration of structure and architecture.
– Develop structural solutions that do more than just meet code… you will design structures that are strong, resilient, sustainable, and directly contribute to the architecture of the building.
– Perform structural analysis and develop designs from concept through construction with the support of the Equilibrium team.
– Communicate your designs to our drafting team and coordinate the development of structural BIM models and drawings.
– Have active involvement in design coordination with other consultants, contractors, suppliers, and stakeholders for your projects.
– Have the opportunity to participate in internal committees (sustainability, technical standards, social, etc.) that help to foster your growth and keep Equilibrium on the leading edge.
– An opportunity to be involved with leading the technical aspects of the business such as developing company technical standards, etc.
– An opportunity to be involved with business development.
– Exact responsibilities will be dependent on experience level.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Education:

– Bachelor’s Degree from a Civil/Structural Engineering program required. Master’s degree preferred.

Requirements:

– Located in Vancouver or willing to relocate. Applicants located in or willing to relocate to Atlanta, GA will also be considered.
– Valid work status in Canada.
– Registration with EGBC and/or licensed engineer in the US (PE/SE).
– Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in a similar role.
– Knowledge of and experience with US codes is an asset.
– Interest in Mass Timber. Mass Timber experience is a bonus.
– Interest in embodied carbon and minimizing the climate impact of structural design.
– Seismic analysis and design experience an asset.
– Experience with structural analysis software such as RFEM, RSTAB, ETABS, SAFE, GSA, Tedds, RAM etc. Familiarity with Bluebeam.
– Sound knowledge of timber, steel, concrete, and hybrid construction.

Skills:

– Strong communication skills a must. Must thrive while working in a collaborative environment.
– Enthusiasm and love for learning.
– Disciplined work ethic with great attitude and energy.
– Ability to multi-task and work on multiple projects and teams concurrently.
– Organized, self-motivated, pro-active, detail-oriented, and willing to take on new challenges.
– Problem-solver and critical thinker.
– A desire to partake in business development and relationship building with Clients.

Benefits of Working at Equilibrium

Equilibrium is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience and ability including:

– Opportunities for career progression in a growing company.
– Performance bonuses.
– Retirement savings plan matching.
– Extended health benefits contribution.
– Healthy and flexible vacation policy.
– Annual adventure bonus (please ask about this).
– Pet-friendly office environment.
– Personal wellbeing and health support, including use of our in-house climbing / bouldering wall!
– Chef-cooked lunch at the office 2x per week.
– Healthy Social culture including yearly summer weekend away, ski trips and many more.

All applicants should submit a CV and cover letter to hello@equilibrium-eq.com. Please specify the job title in the subject line. No phone calls, please. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.