Director Structural Engineering jobs in Ontario

SENIOR STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING MANAGER

Responsible Licence Holder, Additive Construction

Employment: Permanent, full-time

Location: Ontario, Greater Toronto Area preferred. Aretek's R&D and training facility is in Toronto.

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer

Travel: Willingness and ability to travel to project, testing, training and partner sites, primarily within Ontario, with periodic travel elsewhere in Canada and internationally

Salary: $130,000 to $170,000 annually

ABOUT ARETEK

Printerra Inc. (operating as Aretek) is a contech company advancing Additive Construction (AC), also referred to as large format 3D printing or 3D Construction Printing (3DCP). We have built a platform for the adoption of AC, including engineering and design services, our Additive Construction Reinforced Wall Systems (ACRWS), mix design and materials supply, printers and print crews, QA and QC, workforce training and R&D. The first proof of concept projects delivered on that platform are in progress now. Aretek holds a Certificate of Authorization from Professional Engineers Ontario, participates in international AC standards development, and conducts applied research with six Canadian universities.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Aretek is seeking a senior structural engineering manager to lead its engineering function and serve as a responsible licence holder under Aretek's PEO Certificate of Authorization. The role spans the full technical range of that work, from design and testing through permitting, construction and applied research. Aretek's R&D Lead reports to you, and Aretek's external engineers, architects, materials specialists and laboratories work under your oversight. You would continue our work to establish a repeatable permit pathway for AC through alternative solution submissions, standards development and the engineering substantiation needed to support them. Joining now means arriving as Aretek's R&D programs come to fruition in its first proof of concept projects and the platform goes to market.

WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

Engineering leadership and professional practice

- Manage Aretek's day-to-day engineering function, translating priorities agreed with Aretek's leadership team into work plans, technical deliverables, resourcing recommendations and engineering standards, in coordination with Aretek's R&D Lead.

- Serve as a responsible licence holder under Aretek's PEO Certificate of Authorization and maintain appropriate professional practice, review, supervision, documentation and quality control processes.

- Exercise sound professional judgment regarding work requiring review, approval, sealing or escalation.

- Scope, contract and oversee the technical delivery of external structural engineers, architects, materials specialists, laboratories and student researchers.

- Identify capability and resourcing gaps, and support hiring and onboarding as the team grows.

R&D, design and technical development

- In partnership with Aretek's leadership team, maintain a focused technical R&D roadmap aligned with commercial priorities, regulatory commitments and available resources.

- Lead the technical completion, validation and transition to use of Aretek's engineered additive construction systems, preserving the design basis, evidence, limitations and remaining development requirements for each.

- Coordinate the engineering work required across Aretek's established R&D programs, including structural, materials, building envelope, automation and constructability considerations.

- Translate design intent into printable, code compliant details and specifications, working with architects and designers on constructability.

- Support Aretek's intellectual property strategy, including identifying patentable developments, maintaining invention and testing records, and coordinating with external patent counsel.

- Recommend changes to R&D priorities when testing, project experience, regulatory feedback or technical risk indicates that the approved plan should be adjusted.

Projects, permitting and quality

- Lead the engineering work on Aretek's additive construction projects, including its initial proof of concept builds, from early feasibility and design through permitting, execution, quality assurance and post-project learning.

- Develop building code compliance strategies, alternative solution submissions and technical justifications, and represent Aretek in discussions with authorities having jurisdiction.

- Provide engineering support to construction operations during printing and installation, including field review, resolution of technical issues on site, and capture of lessons back into design and specification.

- Maintain and improve engineering, QA and QC procedures appropriate to Aretek's structural systems, printing processes and project delivery model.

- Ensure clear technical coordination among engineering, design, construction operations, training, materials and external project partners.

Technical partnerships and communication

- Represent Aretek in technical discussions with clients, municipalities, regulators, academic institutions, laboratories, vendors and project partners, coordinating with Aretek's leadership team on commitments that affect strategy, funding or commercial terms.

- Provide technical assessments of proposed technologies, partnerships and market opportunities so Aretek's leadership team can make informed business and portfolio decisions.

- Communicate technical status, risks, decisions and resource needs clearly to Aretek's leadership team, project partners and non-technical stakeholders.

PRIORITIES IN THE FIRST 12 MONTHS

- Deliver Aretek's initial proof of concept projects through engineering, permitting, execution and post-project review.

- Complete an effective transfer of technical, project and professional practice knowledge during the onboarding period.

- Confirm clear engineering accountabilities, decision rights, review procedures and project controls under Aretek's PEO Certificate of Authorization.

- Advance the engineering, validation, permitting and delivery requirements for Aretek's engineered additive construction systems and established R&D portfolio.

- Assess current and future capacity and recommend a practical internal versus external resourcing plan.

- With Aretek's leadership team, confirm the R&D portfolio, completion criteria, technical roadmap and decision gates, and recommend any changes supported by engineering evidence.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Master’s degree in structural engineering, or in civil engineering or another relevant engineering discipline, or an international equivalent, together with demonstrated structural engineering competence applicable to buildings and construction systems.

- Active Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) licence in good standing with Professional Engineers Ontario, or an active engineering licence in good standing in another jurisdiction together with eligibility to obtain a PEO licence before assuming responsible licence holder duties.

- Minimum 10 years of progressive engineering experience, including at least 5 years following P.Eng. licensure and 3 years supervising engineers or technical consultants.

- Experience assuming professional responsibility for engineering work and supervising or reviewing the work of employees and consultants.

- Working knowledge of applicable building codes, standards, permitting processes and professional practice obligations.

- Ability to convert research, testing and technical analysis into practical, documented and repeatable engineering solutions.

- Strong written and verbal communication skills, sound judgment and the ability to work effectively in a growing, hands-on organization.

- Willingness and ability to travel to project, testing and partner locations as required, including international travel.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Graduate degree or specialization in structural engineering.

- Experience with additive construction, 3D concrete printing, automated construction, cementitious materials or another advanced construction technology.

- Experience serving as, or supporting, a responsible licence holder for a PEO Certificate of Authorization, or clear readiness to assume that responsibility.

- Experience with alternative solutions, applied R&D, product certification, field validation or commercialization of a new building system.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The expected base salary is $130,000 to $170,000 annually. Placement within the range will reflect the candidate's relevant experience, professional qualifications, ability to assume responsible licence holder duties and alignment with Aretek's technical and regulatory needs.

- Three weeks of paid vacation to start.

- Participation in Aretek's extended health and dental benefits program, subject to plan terms and eligibility requirements.

- Payment of annual PEO licence fees and support for continuing professional development.

- Working arrangements are discussed with the successful candidate and may include on site, in office, hybrid, remote or flexible hours.

- Aretek is developing an Employee Stock Ownership Plan. Eligibility for this role would be discussed during the offer process.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Aretek welcomes qualified applicants whose experience is directly transferable to additive construction, even if they have not previously worked in 3D concrete printing.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Applications are reviewed by Aretek personnel. Aretek may use software tools to assist in organizing and summarizing applications. Hiring decisions are made by people.

Aretek is committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Accommodation is available on request at any stage, including to complete the application questions. Contact Info@aretek.ca.

ABOUT THE APPLICATION QUESTIONS

We are looking for concise examples from your own experience, not general descriptions of engineering practice. Answers that do not identify your personal role, your decisions and the results will not be advanced. Be prepared to discuss your examples in an interview. A complete application includes responses to all four questions.

Pay: $130,000.00-$170,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking

Application question(s):

• Question 1. Professional responsibility

Describe one project where you personally assumed professional responsibility for engineering work. Include the project type and location, your exact responsibility, the deliverable you reviewed or approved, the number and type of people you supervised, one decision you personally made, and the outcome. 250 words maximum.

• Question 2. Codes and permitting

Describe one recent situation where you personally applied a building code, engineering standard or permitting requirement to resolve a project issue. Identify the jurisdiction, the applicable code or standard, the issue, what you did, and the result. Do not describe the permitting process in general. 200 words maximum.

• Question 3. Research to practice

Give one example of research, testing or technical analysis that you personally converted into a repeatable engineering or field process. What was tested, what did the results show, what decision did you make, what document or procedure did you produce, and how was the outcome measured? 200 words maximum.

• Question 4. Additive construction

Describe your most relevant direct experience with additive manufacturing, additive construction or 3D construction printing. Name the material or system, the project scale, your personal role, and one technical problem you encountered. If you do not have direct experience, say so directly. 125 words maximum.

• Do you hold an active P.Eng. licence with Professional Engineers Ontario, or an active engineering licence in good standing with another regulator and eligibility to transfer to PEO? State the regulator and your licence number.
• In what engineering discipline is your degree, and what is the exact degree name as it appears on your transcript?
• How many years have you practised engineering since first licensure, and how many of those years included supervising engineers or technical consultants?

Education:

• Master's Degree (required)

Experience:

• Engineering: 10 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• P.ENG. Structural and/or Civil (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Markham, ON L3R 2R7