Senior Structural Analyst
Our Klohn Crippen Berger Ltd. (KCB) office in Vancouver, BC is looking for a Senior Structural Analyst with experience working with multi-disciplinary project teams on water resource infrastructure and hydroelectric market sector projects. This position is for working as part of the Power & Transportation Group. Types of projects may involve rehabilitation of existing dams and hydroelectric facilities, design of new hydroelectric facilities, and civil-structural design of water resource infrastructure.
We are looking for a highly skilled, motivated structural engineering professional interested in working on technically challenging projects from concept to completion and who excel at working within multi-disciplinary project teams. We offer unparalleled career growth for the right individual in a dynamic growing company committed to high quality engineering and excellence.
At KCB you will have the opportunity to build a diverse skill set with a combination of field and office-based engineering design assignments and become part of an integrated and dedicated group of senior and intermediate engineers.
This role will give you the opportunity to:
Perform static, dynamic and thermoelastic analyses using standard structural analysis techniques, through LS-Dyna and other equivalent commercially available multi-physics finite element analysis programs (e.g. Ansys, Abaqus, etc)
Lead a team of analysts in the development of fine element models, performing model simulations, validating and interpreting analysis results, and producing comprehensive analysis reports
Perform seismic analysis including response spectrum analysis, linear and nonlinear static analysis, and elastic and inelastic time history analysis
Preform and optimize mesh generation using HyperMesh or equivalent software packages
Optimizes structural designs and validate structural responses against performance requirements
Collaborate with design engineers to verify the structural integrity, validate structural responses against performance objectives, and optimize structural design .
Establish Working Design Basis documents by defining requirements for development of analytical methods, finite element models/simulations and analysis tools.
Work with diverse teams of multidiscipline engineers, designers and drafters from preliminary investigations and conceptual design through design development, and construction
Act as a mentor to junior / intermediate staff
Write, compile, and review technical reports
Participate in proposal preparation and business development
Visit project sites, as required to gather information to contribute towards engineering analysis and design activities
Travel within Canada and internationally
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
Minimum of 12 years of relevant experience
Professional designation within B.C. or eligibility to apply within the year
Technical aptitude, knowledge and experience in the field and on design teams
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a multi-disciplinary team of professionals
Effective verbal and written English communication skills, with demonstrated report writing skills
Strong working knowledge of industry codes and standards
Strong working knowledge of earthquake engineering and seismic analysis
Proficient analytical skills with various computational tools – LS Dyna, Ansys, Abaqus, SAP 2000, MIDAS Civil and Midas FEA, etc
Working knowledge of AutoCAD, and Mathcad, Proficiency with Microsoft WORD and Excel
Initiative, innovation and commitment to technical excellence
Valid driver’s license
Ability to travel domestically and internationally
Working knowledge in the following areas are considered an asset:
concrete dam design
spillway and intake design
penstock and/or lined tunnel design
seismic design of structures including performance based seismic design
Canadian Dam Association guidelines and regulations
dam safety reviews and assessment of compliance with typical practice and regulatory requirements
The salary for this position is $120,000 to $190,000 per year. Salary is based on applicable experience, education, and skill level. In addition to salary total rewards includes:
Hybrid work opportunities
Annual performance and salary review
PSMJ’s supported track record of profitability, leading to above average bonus payouts
Vacation policy that aligns to your experience
Paid OT, and wellness days
Flexible benefits, including RSP, social, and mental well-being initiatives
Commitment to global ESG standards
