Senior Engineer, Structural

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Apply By: Monday, March 2, :59 pm EST

Job ID:

Posting status:

Open

Organization:

Ministry of Transportation

Division:

Transportation Infrastructure Management Division, Design and Engineering Branch

City:

Thunder Bay

Position(s) language:

English

Job term:

1 Temporary contract up to 6 months, with possibility of extension

Job code:

PE0302 - Barg-Eng 03 Design

Salary:

$96, $135,398.00 Per year

Effective, January 1, 2026, the new salary range for this position will be $98,822 - $138,106 per year in accordance with PEGO collective agreement provisions.

Step into a pivotal role where your structural engineering expertise will shape the safety and longevity of our infrastructure. From leading inspections and designing bridges to managing consultants and driving innovation, you will be at the forefront of projects that keep Ontario moving—safely, efficiently, and sustainably.

Join the Engineering Program Delivery Northwest, Structural Engineering Section today

In this role, you will:

• administer consultant assignments, review consultant submissions and identify areas where improvements can be made
• conduct inspections for routine, non-routine and emergency structure investigations
• prepare preliminary and final designs for new structures and rehabilitation of existing structures, and prepare all related contract documents
• provide engineering advice and direction, as required, to internal staff and consultants on assigned projects
• provide structural engineering expertise in safety assurance and infrastructure management activities
• conduct construction liaison, consultant supervision and liaison with external agencies.

• You are a Professional Engineer, licensed with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO).
• The position requires the successful candidate to have a valid class driver's licence or equivalent. The offer of employment is conditional upon the successful candidate providing proof that s/he has a valid driver's licence upon being hired.

• you have proven knowledge of, and experience in, structural engineering design and practices related to bridges and other transportation structures (design, analysis, evaluation, rehabilitation, inspection and maintenance)
• you have knowledge of, and experience working with, the Canadian Highway Bridge Design Code (CHBDC)
• you have knowledge of structural computer software and Computer Aided - Design and Drafting (CADD) programs
• you have knowledge of road design, hydrology, soils, foundations engineering materials, and construction practices to provide structural engineering expertise in infrastructure management activities of existing transportation structures
• you have knowledge of manuals, guidelines and precedents governing activity in the structural field

• you have the ability to communicate well, both orally and in writing
• you have interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with staff, consultants, contractors, officials, etc.

• you have the ability to identify problems, gather necessary information, investigate, interpret, analyze risks, make decisions, and prepare contingent plans
• you have the ability to exercise judgment in the effective application of knowledge and practices
• you have the ability to identify and assess possible hazardous conditions and/or deficiencies in existing structures and to provide sound recommendations.

• you have knowledge of consultant acquisition and procurement processes to manage consultant assignments, and identify and resolve technical and administrative issues
• you have experience with contract preparation and delivery processes
• you have project management skills.

We believe that great talent comes from diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

We value curiosity, a willingness to learn, and a fresh perspective. If you're passionate, motivated, and ready to grow, we'd love to hear from you

We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.

Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.

Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:

• diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
• accessibility
• Anti-Racism Policy

Apply by:

Monday, March 2, :59 pm EST

Position details:

• 1 English Temporary, duration up to 6 months, 615 James St S, Thunder Bay, North Region

Compensation group:

Professional Engineers, Government of Ontario

Work hours:

Schedule 6

Category:

Science and Engineering

Posted on:

Friday, February 13, 2026

Note:

• T-MT- /25

• You must apply online.

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Language requirements and assessment:
All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.

Exigences en matière de langue et évaluation:
Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichées en français et en anglais. Consultez la section « Langue du ou des postes » en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaître les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont évalués en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/français), vous devrez également passer un test de compétences linguistiques en français.

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