Structural Engineer - Water & Wastewater

Are you an experienced engineering professional eager to advance your career with a dedicated, community-focused, award-winning company? Tatham Engineering offers the opportunity to join a supportive team that values mentorship and provides challenging, rewarding work. Put your knowledge and experience to meaningful use in an environment where collaboration and growth are encouraged.

We are seeking a Structural Engineer to work in our Buildings department as a technical lead with a focus on our portfolio of water and wastewater related municipal projects. The Engineer will work within multidisciplinary teams alongside our process, mechanical, and electrical groups to deliver the structural engineering services. At times, depending on the nature of our workload, the Engineer may be engaged to assist our Buildings department with other types of projects, which may include municipal, commercial, residential, institutional, and industrial projects.

The engineer will be situated within our Buildings department, reporting to a Group Leader or the Buildings department Manager. The position will involve working in the office for a minimum of 3 days per week and the candidate could be situated in our Collingwood, Barrie, Orillia, Bracebridge, or Guelph office, depending on the candidate’s preference.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Preparing structural calculations, designing new structures, and evaluating existing structures
• Overseeing the production of structural drawings, developing structural repair details and specifications, preparing construction tender and contract documents
• Engaging with junior staff and drafting staff, delegating work and reviewing work
• Working within multidisciplinary teams to coordinate the structural design with the designs of other disciplines
• Serve as the project manager for the structural scope of water and wastewater projects, managing budget and maintaining schedule, as well as coordinating and communicating with the overall project manager
• Working in collaboration with other departments to respond to requests for proposals by providing structural related input and developing the structural fee estimates
• Liaison with clients, architects, building officials, municipal and provincial approval agencies to maintain and expand our client base
• Coordinate or conduct construction inspections and assist our designated contract administrator with the administration of construction contracts, including shop drawing reviews, respond to requests for information, and prepare site instructions
• Delegation of tasks to junior staff and review of work completed by junior staff
• Proactively create and build relationships with existing clients, potential clients, agencies, contractors and suppliers
• Identify project opportunities in existing and new project areas

Key Position Requirements:

• P.Eng. in the Province of Ontario
• Minimum of 8 years of structural engineering experience
• Strong working knowledge of the Ontario Building Code (Part 4 and Part 9)
• Proficiency in the design of water and wastewater structures including tanks, reservoirs, pump stations, treatment facilities, water towers, and headwalls
• Proficiency in the design of institutional, commercial, industrial and residential structures using wood, timber, steel, concrete and masonry is an asset
• Strong technical skills related to concrete design and construction and experience conducting site reviews of concrete construction projects
• Experience working on a variety of large and small project sizes
• Strong computer skills with knowledge of structural analysis and design software
• Excellent communication, organizational and time management skills
• Experience with business development is an asset
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work under minimal supervision
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

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We thank all candidates for applying, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

Why Tatham? 
 

At Tatham, our key values are reflected in everything we do. We aim to be the engineering consulting firm of choice by upholding our core values: Service, Communication, Teamwork, Relationships & Community. Our company has experienced significant growth by putting these values into action.  
 

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation, benefits, health spending account, RRSP matching and profit sharing
  
• Flexible work arrangements and work-life balance
• Paid volunteer opportunities
• Vacation starting at 3 weeks minimum for all positions – prorated in the first year
• Challenging and rewarding work on notable projects
• Professional development, training, mentorship program and career progression opportunities
• Reimbursement for annual professional dues
  
• Collaborative and engaging workplace environment
• Regular office/team socials and recreational outings, including an activity allowance for approved events
• Shareholder opportunities

Company Information

Tatham Engineering is a Canadian employee-owned, consulting engineering firm that specializes in Coastal, Land Development, Municipal, Structural (Buildings and Bridges), Transportation, Water Resources, Water & Wastewater, Electrical and Mechanical engineering, and provides specialized services in Air & Noise, Climate Resilience and Hydrogeology. The firm was founded in Collingwood, Ontario, in 1988 and currently employs over 190 staff with branch offices in Barrie, Bracebridge, Guelph, Orillia and Ottawa.

Tatham is proud to be recognized as one of Southwestern Ontario’s Top Employers of 2025 and Canada’s Top Small & Medium Employers of 2024!

Diversity, Inclusion, and Accommodations

Tatham Engineering is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. We are committed to ensuring the selection process is inclusive, accessible, and barrier-free. If you require accommodation, please contact Human Resources at hr@tathameng.com and the request will be addressed confidentially.