Job Description

About Us

RJC Engineers is a well-established, employee-owned engineering firm with a broad geographic footprint and deep roots across Canada and the United States. We are leaders in structural engineering, building science, structural restoration, structural glass engineering, parking facility design, and building energy modelling.

What sets us apart?

Our commitment to clients, cutting-edge technology, collaborative culture, and the passion of our people. We’re driven by a purpose: to positively impact our communities and invest in our team’s growth and success.

At RJC, you’ll join an inclusive, fast-paced team tackling exciting and complex projects. You’ll work alongside industry-leading experts, explore emerging technologies, and be supported in your continuous professional development.

Being an RJC Professional

We build our team around five key attributes:

• Creative Mindset – You bring fresh ideas, challenge assumptions, and turn obstacles into opportunities.
• Proactive Approach – You take initiative, anticipate challenges, and seek ways to create a positive impact.
• Supportive Teamwork – You foster a culture of inclusivity, respect, and collaboration, helping others succeed.
• Trusted Advice – You act with integrity, expertise, and honesty, earning the confidence of clients and colleagues.
• Lead with Purpose – You empower, support, and guide others, driving meaningful results.

Candidate Profile

As a member of the Structural team, the Design Engineer will be responsible for the structural analysis and structural design of building components. Types of structure include: critical infrastructure with post-disaster requirements, stand-alone or mixed-use retail, multi-storey wood-frame residential, schools, heritage and renovations, parking facilities, and recreation or resort facilities. The role requires a goal-oriented individual who is able to work independently with little supervision, and has the ability to focus and complete multiple tasks within specified time limits. Experience with concrete and steel is fundamental; experience with existing buildings, light wood-frame, mass timber, and/or masonry construction is an additional asset.

Key Responsibilities

Primary duties include, but are not limited to:

• Prepare detailed structural design of buildings including residential, commercial, institutional, and heritage projects.
• Assist with development of preliminary structural design concepts
• Work with the project team from conceptual and preliminary stages of design through to construction completion
• Assist with design checks for other engineers’ work (portions of projects)
• Ensure quality compliance for your portions of projects by maintaining design/checking notes
• Assist and mentor engineers-in-training with structural design tasks

Professional Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in civil engineering program from accredited university, completed with structural design and analysis electives.
• Registered or eligible for registration with APEGA as a P.Eng.
• 3-5 years of experience in a structural engineering firm.
• Knowledge of structural design in mid-rise wood frame, concrete transfer slabs, low-rise structural steel commercial.
• Ability to conceptualize design load paths with an understanding of constructability.
• Strong attention to detail to produce error-free, high quality output.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge with structural software SAP, SAFE or ETABS is preferred
• Committed to client service and technical excellence

What RJC Offers?

• An inspiring workplace that supports its people and recognizes great work
• Stimulating, challenging projects and development opportunities to help you grow your skills and career
• Being part of a supportive and inclusive network of people that help each other reach their goals
• A comprehensive financial rewards program that recognizes your success, including eligibility for a performance-based bonus and share ownership program
• An extensive and generous benefits package including a $1000 Health Care Spending Account
• Maternity and Parental Leave Top-up Program
• Investing in your future, the opportunity to become part of an employee-owned organization and eligible for RJC’s matching Retirement Registered Saving Plan (RRSP)

Be your Authentic Self

At RJC, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We proudly embrace all individuals and believe that every team member contributes to creating a welcoming environment. At RJC, inclusivity and diversity are commitments we all share.