Senior Structural Engineer - Marine at SSA Recruitment — NeverHard

Job DescriptionJob Description Senior Structural Engineer – Marine Location: Vancouver, BC Salary: $130,000 – $150,000 + benefits Overview On behalf of our client, a well-established engineering consultancy in Vancouver, we are seeking a Senior Structural Engineer with marine experience to join their growing infrastructure team. This is a senior-level opportunity to lead the design and delivery of complex marine and coastal structures across port, waterfront, and transportation projects. The role offers a strong mix of technical leadership, project management, and client engagement, working with a reputable team on high-impact infrastructure projects across the West Coast. Key Responsibilities Lead the structural design and delivery of marine and waterfront infrastructure projects (wharves, piers, docks, berths, retaining structures, and coastal protection works) Manage projects from concept design through to detailed design and construction support Perform and review structural analysis and design using steel, concrete, and timber in marine environments Coordinate with geotechnical, coastal, and civil teams on multidisciplinary projects Liaise with port authorities, municipalities, contractors, and regulatory agencies Prepare and review engineering reports, drawings, specifications, and calculations Ensure designs meet relevant codes, standards, and marine durability requirements Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior and intermediate engineers Support project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and client communication Contribute to proposals and business development initiatives Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering P.Eng. designation in British Columbia (or eligibility to obtain) 8+ years of structural engineering experience, with a strong focus on marine or waterfront structures Experience delivering port, coastal, or marine infrastructure projects in a consulting environment Strong understanding of marine loading conditions (wave, current, berthing, seismic, corrosion/durability considerations) Familiarity with relevant design standards (CSA, NBCC, PIANC, and port authority guidelines) Proficiency with structural analysis software (e.g., SAP2000, STAAD, S-Frame, or similar) Strong communication skills and experience working with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders Proven ability to manage projects and deliver high-quality technical work What’s on Offer Competitive salary: $130K – $150K depending on experience Comprehensive benefits package Flexible/hybrid working arrangements Opportunity to lead complex and high-profile marine infrastructure projects Clear career progression within a growing infrastructure team Collaborative and technically strong working environment