Senior Structural Engineer

About Us: Juniper Structural Engineers is a close-knit consultancy in Nelson, BC delivering creative, high-quality structural engineering across residential, commercial, institutional, and municipal projects. We're a small, talented team that values collaboration, technical excellence, and genuine work-life balance, with world-class skiing, biking, and mountain culture right at our doorstep. The Role: We’re looking for a senior structural engineer ready to lead complex projects and drive the technical direction of our firm. You’ll serve as Engineer of Record across a broad range of projects, provide technical leadership and mentorship to the team, manage key client relationships, and play an active role in shaping how we grow and practice as a company. Responsibilities: **Design & Technical Leadership** Act as Engineer of Record for projects across residential, commercial, institutional, and municipal sectors Lead structural design from concept through construction administration Guide technical direction on timber, steel, and concrete design, including seismic considerations Conduct site visits and field reviews **Project & Client Management** Manage scope, schedule, and budget on medium to large projects Build and maintain positive client relationships Coordinate with architects, consultants, and contractors throughout project delivery **Team & Firm Growth** Mentor junior engineers and BIM technicians Support business development and help shape firm culture and practice Contribute to internal standards, tools, and technical resources as the firm grows Qualifications: ● 8-10 years in consulting structural engineering ● P.Eng. registered in BC ● Proficient in timber, steel, and concrete design ● Experience with the BC Building Code, NBCC, and permitting ● Experience with Cadwork, Rhino, Revit, Python, Grasshopper, and AI tools is an asset ● Proficient in RFEM, S-Concrete, ETABS, or similar; able to guide others ● Able to manage client relationships and lead project teams ● Seismic design experience preferred ● Mass timber and/or business development experience an asset ● Strong preference for in-office or Revelstoke and would consider a blended schedule for the right candidate What We Offer: ● Salary based on experience - $100,000-$150,000 ● Professional development support ● Extended health and dental benefits ● Mentorship from experienced principals ● Flexible hours and work-life balance ● A collaborative, low-ego team culture ● Clear path for career development Life in Nelson: Nelson is consistently ranked among Canada's most liveable small cities. Set on the shores of Kootenay Lake and surrounded by mountains, Nelson pairs a walkable, heritage-rich downtown full of independent shops, cafes, and galleries with some of the best backcountry access in North America. World-class skiing at Whitewater, endless mountain biking trails, hot springs, climbing, and paddling are all minutes from the office. It's a place where a real commute is a five-minute walk and a real lunch break might mean a ride up the mountain. Juniper Structural Engineers is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We evaluate all applicants based on merit and qualifications.

Act as the Engineer of Record leading structural design from concept through construction for residential, commercial, and municipal projects. Provide technical leadership, mentor junior staff, and manage key client relationships and project budgets.

Requires 8-10 years of consulting structural engineering experience and a P.Eng. registration in British Columbia. Proficiency in timber, steel, and concrete design is essential, with experience in BC Building Code and seismic design preferred.

• Professional development support • Extended health and dental benefits • Mentorship from experienced principals • Flexible hours • Work-life balance

• Project managementPreferred
• PythonPreferred

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• Structural Design
• Timber Design
• Steel Design
• Concrete Design
• Seismic Design
• Project Management
• Client Relationship Management
• Mentorship
• BC Building Code
• NBCC
• Cadwork
• Rhino
• Revit
• Python
• Grasshopper
• RFEM

• Engineering
• Construction
• Consulting
• Management & Leadership

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Sep 23, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level

Application method

Direct apply is available