Posting Date: Jun 2, 2025

Location:

Burnaby, British Columbia, CA, V5J 5H4

Company: PERI Formwork Systems, Inc.

Designer

Engineering - Burnaby, BC

Scope of Position: Based on the needs of the Customer, a Designer designs cost effective formwork, shoring and scaffolding solutions, and prepares drawings (including material take-offs) for standard designs. As training and experience allow, the Designer may do custom designs under the supervision of the Engineering Manager or Lead. As experience develops and time allows, the Designer is occasionally expected to attend meetings, develop direct relationships with customers, and communicate directly with them on technical issues.

What you'll do on a typical day:

• Develop formwork, shoring and scaffolding solutions for various kinds of construction projects
• Create general arrangement, assembly, and steel fabrication drawings in 3D and 2D
• Interact with PERI’s Technical Sales Consultants to provide the most cost-effective design solutions
• Directly interface with customers to understand customer’s needs
• Work closely with design professionals (e.g., internal & external stamping engineers) to ensure the designs meet national and local standards (e.g., CSA, OHSA, and National and Provincial Building Codes)
• Perform and document design calculations, including the use of in-house structural analysis software, to ensure safe and economical designs
• Create material lists and check material lists done by others
• Create and maintain engineering-related documents
• Adhere to drafting and engineering procedures as set out in the Quality Management system and Professional Practice Management Plan (PPMP)
• Assist Engineering Interns, Draftspeople and more junior Designers
• Visit job sites and provide technical support when required
• Other related duties as assigned

What you'll need to be successful:

• A degree in Civil Engineering, a diploma in Civil Engineering Technology, or relative industry experience / education
• 0-3 plus years of experience in structural engineering and construction
• Basic AutoCAD skills, are an asset
• Experience using structural analysis software, is an asset
• Formwork / scaffolding design experience, is an asset
• Good understanding of structural and architectural drawings, as well as construction sequencing
• Understanding of Canadian and Provincial Building Standards and Codes, is an asset
• PERI product knowledge, is an asset
• Vehicle and valid driver’s license may be required

What your benefits will be: Compensation:

• $70,000 to $80,000

Benefits:

• Health (including paramedical), Vision & Dental
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Company Matching RRSP
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company Bonus

We thank all applicants for their interest in the position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Accommodation for candidates with disabilities is available throughout the recruitment process upon request.

PERI is an Equal Opportunity Employer Apply online

peri.com/career PERI Group Formwork Scaffolding Engineering Recruiting Team