Structural Engineer-in-Training  – Full Time Position – Quantum Engineering Ltd, Chilliwack, BC

Closing Date: March 20, 2026

Quantum Engineering Ltd. is an established structural engineering consulting firm located in Chilliwack, BC.  We are experienced in providing effective structural solutions within several industry sectors, including residential, commercial, agricultural, industrial, and institutional. Our area of practice is primarily the Fraser Valley and Greater Vancouver area, with a few outlying projects in the BC Interior and Alberta. We are committed to excellence and integrity in our work and enjoy the challenge of unusual and interesting projects.  We strive to exceed our clients’ expectations through timely delivery, efficient communications, and practical designs.

 As part of our team, you will work on projects from their earliest conceptual stages through to the end of construction. You will encounter a wide variety of work that is a direct advantage of working in a smaller firm. We will provide the resources you need to excel in your role and grow your career, including regular feedback, mentoring, and exposure to a broad variety of structural projects.  We expect that you will enter this position with the anticipation of gaining your P.Eng. designation a few years down the road. Engineers at Quantum Engineering provide mentorship and supervision toward the requirements for P.Eng. registration.

You will have completed, or be nearing completion of, a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering and have taken a variety of structural electives.  You will be able to work independently while receiving guidance and supervision from a professional engineer.

Skills Required:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills. You must be concise, professional, and accurate in your communications.
• Working knowledge of the BC Building Code, Part 4 in particular. 
• Previous experience (i.e., in a summer work position) in a design office is preferred.
• Intuitive feel for how structures behave.
• Resourcefulness: if you can’t solve a problem on your own, you must know where to look for guidance.
• An understanding of how buildings are put together – ideally you have had some experience in the construction industry.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and/or Revit.
• Basic knowledge of structural software, such as SAP2000 or RFEM is helpful, but not mandatory.
• Good Microsoft Excel capabilities, preferably with some experience in VBA.
• A valid Class 5 driver’s license and willingness to use your own vehicle for field reviews.

This Position Involves:

• Designing elements of buildings and other structures in Concrete, Timber, Steel, and Cold-Form Steel, according to design principles and the BC Building Code, under the guidance and supervision of an engineer.  As you become more proficient in this role, you will be entrusted with an increasing responsibility in the design process.
• Preparing design sketches and drawings in conjunction with a drafter.  Assisting in the preparation of engineering drawings.
• Communicating with clients, including contractors, construction managers, and architects.
• Working with engineering staff, including engineers and draftspersons.
• Reviewing shop drawings.
• Performing site visits and field reviews under the guidance of an engineer.

We have a downtown Chilliwack office location, with a short, easy commute from anywhere in the Upper Fraser Valley.  We are surrounded by a variety of shops and restaurants, including the new District 1881 shopping district, within a few minutes’ walking distance.  While we work hard, we recognize the importance of keeping the workplace light and we do regular walks and short hikes during the workday along with bi-weekly company-wide coffee breaks.

Remuneration is negotiable and is commensurate with experience. The starting wage is anticipated to be between $33 – $36 per hour.  After 3 months, you will be eligible for a Health Savings Account which allows you to spend up to $2,000 year on a variety of health, dental, wellness, vision, and many other related expenses, all reimbursed at 100% of the purchase price. Your first-year amount is prorated from your start date.

Qualified applicants are invited to email their résumé and cover letter to careers@quantumeng.ca. In your cover letter, please briefly describe a structural engineering course, topic, or project that you found particularly interesting. We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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