Intermediate Structural Designer

Nanaimo, BC
On-site
Posted Oct 17, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Structural Designer will model complex structures and produce general arrangement, layout, and detail drawings while adhering to engineering standards. They will also collaborate with engineers, vendors, and customers to deliver accurate design packages within project schedules.

Job details

BIG ENOUGH TO KNOW HOW, SMALL ENOUGH TO KNOW YOU! Allnorth is a multi-disciplinary engineering, project delivery, and construction services company delivering innovative, practical solutions to clients across the metals and minerals, energy and renewables, fiber and chemicals, and infrastructure sectors. With offices throughout Canada and the United States, we are continuing to expand our reach and build for the future. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Guided by our triple bottom line (TBL) philosophy, we strive to create value for our people, our clients, our communities, and our business. We believe that engaged, talented, and empowered teams are essential to delivering exceptional results and building lasting client relationships. Safety is fundamental to who we are, and we are committed to fostering meaningful relationships with Indigenous communities, giving back to the communities where we live and work, and being responsible stewards of the environment. Our Ideal Candidate Allnorth is seeking a Structural Designer to join the team on a permanent basis. As the successful candidate you will be responsible for modeling complex structures and producing general arrangement, layout and detail drawings while adhering to company procedures, engineering criteria, design standards and applicable codes. You will use AutoCAD 3D and interface regularly with other disciplines, vendors and customers. Field visits to site may be required as well as a strong commitment to fostering and maintaining strong relationships with our customers. A Day in the Life * Assist Engineers and other Designers to deliver design drawings and final construction/details drawings for engineering projects * Prepare supporting information by developing bills of material for concrete & steel structures * Develop and prepare engineering designs and drawings from preliminary concepts, sketches, engineering calculations, specification sheets and other data * Responsible for drawing presentation, accuracy and determining sufficient level of detail required to facilitate fabrication * Maintain drawing consistency with others in the department * Modify drawing by analyzing, resolving, and incorporating changes * Deliver drawing packages within the project schedule * Complete documentation packages and produce drawing sets What You’ll Bring to the Team * 5+ years of design experience using AutoCAD 2D and 3D and ProSteel in an industrial setting, preferably in a consulting environment * Diploma of Technology in a civil/structural design program is preferred * Registration as a AScT or CTech is an asset * Working knowledge of concrete and structural steel design * Demonstrated experience with AutoCAD and AutoPlant * Excellent communication skills (interpersonal and written) and proven ability to collaborate with team members in a multi-disciplined environment * Technical competency and strong attention to detail Why You’ll Love Working Here: We believe that when people feel valued, supported, and inspired, great things happen. That’s why we offer a range of benefits and opportunities to help you thrive, both personally and professionally. * Exciting Projects: Work on meaningful, challenging projects that spark your passion and let your talents shine. * Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a benefits package designed to support your health and well-being. * Company RRSP Matching: Build your financial future with support from the company. * Employee Assistance Program: Access confidential support and resources for you and your family. * Employee Referral Program: Help bring great people into a workplace you’re proud to be part of. * A Voice That Matters: Join a company that values your ideas, recognizes your contributions, and sees you as more than just a number. * An Inclusive Culture: Be part of a respectful, welcoming team where relationships and collaboration matter. * Career Growth: Access professional development and learning opportunities to help you reach your full potential.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have 5+ years of design experience using AutoCAD and ProSteel in an industrial setting. A Diploma of Technology in a civil or structural design program is preferred, along with strong knowledge of concrete and structural steel design.