Engineer

Venor is proud to partner with Marid Industries Limited in their search for a Engineer to join their team in Windsor Junction, NS.

Marid Industries is a privately owned, full-service custom manufacturing business. Unlike many companies in the structural steel industry, Marid is both a fabricator and a construction company with extensive engineering capabilities, thanks to a team of industry-leading professionals.

About Marid Industries

Flexibility is at the heart of Marid’s success. From simple utilitarian warehouses and modern schools to complex public spaces or bridges, Marid consistently delivers high-quality, cost-effective solutions across a wide range of projects.

Position Overview

As the Engineer, you will be responsible for the design of structural steel projects and for providing mentorship and guidance to Engineers and Engineers-in-Training (EITs). We are looking for a collaborative leader who shares our core values and is passionate about building innovative, safe, and sustainable structures with our growing team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the structural design process, including connection design, and oversee the preparation and review of drawings for new construction and renovation projects expertise in construction methods and Marid’s preferred fabrication and erection techniques to deliver high-quality, efficient solutions.
• Plan and design design-build projects, including preliminary designs, and support the estimating team with accurate, detailed estimates.
• Ensure that shop and erection drawings meet client requirements, align with contract documents and industry standards, and represent the most economical approach.
• Review, update, and maintain standard details and designs as needed, ensuring compliance with all applicable codes and regulations.
• Coordinate effectively with Project Managers, clients’ consultants, Detailers, and Construction Managers to achieve project goals.
• Collaborate with clients and the engineering team, conducting research and analysis to determine project requirements during all design phases.
• Support the fabrication and erection teams by troubleshooting and resolving design-related challenges.
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and technical support to Junior Engineers and Detailers.

Education

• Bachelor of Engineering in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent combination of education and experience) from a recognized institution.

Experience & Skills

• Minimum 4 years of experience in the design of steel structures.
• Expertise in designing steel structures and their welded and bolted connections.
• Proficiency in interpreting construction, erection, and shop drawings with strong attention to detail.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Tekla, and/or structural analysis software is an asset.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to interpret technical documents, drawings, and specifications with clarity.
• Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to address challenges with innovative, practical solutions.
• Comfort with mathematical concepts such as percentages, ratios, areas, and volumes, and their practical application.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from stakeholders.
• Familiarity with industry standards (CISC and AISC) is required.
• Knowledge of National and Provincial Building Codes is an asset.
• Registration as (or eligibility for) a P.Eng. designation in Nova Scotia.

At Marid Industries, we are committed to supporting and challenging our employees to be the most capable, competent, and well-trained in the industry. We have built a talented team of hard-working employees with various levels of experience and expertise. We are looking for an individual who shares our core values to join our growing team.

We embrace a culture of belonging in the workplace. No matter who you are, where you’re from, how you think, what you believe in, or who you love, we welcome your application. We all come from different backgrounds and different walks of life, bringing in unique perspectives and experiences. We encourage applications from 2SLGBTQ+, Black, Indigenous and People of Colour (BIPOC), women, newcomers to Canada, and people with disabilities. If you require any accommodation in the application and interview process, please let us know (including different materials or otherwise).

For more information on this exciting opportunity, please reach out to Erika Hildebrand via erika@venor.ca or Andrea Murray via andrea@venor.ca