Senior Structural Designer Trail, BC

Type of position: Regular

Your future role on our team…

BBA is seeking an Intermediate to Senior Structural Designer to join our Trail office, supporting a diverse portfolio of projects across the mineral processing, natural resources, energy (including renewables), mining and metals, pulp and paper, biofuels, and oil and gas sectors.

In this role, your day-to-day work will focus on the preparation of drawings for civil, structural, and geotechnical projects throughout the region. You will primarily contribute to heavy industrial projects, including dam structures, brownfield structural steel and foundation upgrades, and slope stability improvements.

About us…

Our Trail Office offers a unique opportunity for work/life balance. Located in the heart of BC’s scenic West Kootenay region and minutes away from the world-class Red Mountain ski hill, the location strong community spirit with unparalleled access to skiing, mountain biking, hiking and backcountry adventures amongst stunning lakes and mountain scenery, while BBA’s flexible working hours, hybrid home/office policy and the (unique to BBA’s Trail office) an optional 4-day work week that gives you the time to enjoy it. Our proximity to several hydroelectric dams and industrial facilities offers you the opportunity for local site visits and brownfield design, while BBA’s strong culture of interoffice collaboration gives access to opportunities across BBA’s network of 20 offices across Canada and abroad.

With Us, You Will Have the Opportunity To…

- Prepare drawings and sketches for new installations, modifications, and repairs

- Develop basic preliminary designs in collaboration with Professional Engineers

- Coordinate and communicate with mechanical, civil/structural/geotechnical, electrical, and environmental disciplines on multidisciplinary projects

- Visit active work sites to inspect, measure, verify, and gather information in support of drawings and reports

- Present findings through drawings, discussions, graphic presentations, and project documentation

- Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team on 3D models

- Work with project teams to identify, and implement solutions to resolve design issues

- Apply and adhere to BBA and client-specific CAD standards and templates

- Support quality control initiatives

- Design or redesign complex layouts and drawings based on written or verbal project specifications

- Maintain internal design record databases per BBA standard with any document or file that is created or modified

Do Your Qualities and Values Align with Our Culture?

- Entrepreneurial spirit

- Results-driven

- Strong commitment to health and safety

- Willingness to work together while having fun

- Ability to see beyond established standards

- Caring mindset that puts people first

- Efficient, both at the office and the work site

- Rigour and ethical

- Ability to share and pass on knowledge

Overview of certifications and job requirements

- Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology (preferred), with demonstrated expertise in drafting and CAD technologies

- Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, and/or other GIS or CADD software

- Minimum 5 years of experience preparing design drawings

- Strong verbal and written communication skills

- Ability to safely visit and work on active industrial sites

- Working knowledge of national and local codes related to loads, steel, and concrete design

An overview of BBA’s total rewards

- Annual base salary from $87,700-$107,200

- Annual bonuses and incentive programs for all regular employees

- Onsite mobile phone compensation

- Access to a time bank

- Comprehensive group insurance plan starting day one, including short- and long-term disability

- Pension plan with RRSP matching

- Vacation and sick leave

- Premium rewards through the Employee Referral Program

BBA considers many factors to determine the annual base salary such as, but not limited to: market, education, relevant and demonstrated work experience, technical assessment, qualifications, certifications, and other relevant competencies.

At BBA, you get many benefits

- Long-term hiring (not just project-based)

- Interesting growth opportunities to match your ambitions

- Custom training and development plans

- Access to a leadership program

- Opportunity to mentor our next generation: we invest in our people and help them develop

- A corporate culture that values expertise

- Flexible schedule that combines office presence and telecommuting

- A caring environment where everyone’s ideas are listened to and there is no perception of hierarchy

- Friendly, eco-mindful and high-tech workspaces

About BBA

BBA is one of Canada’s leading private consulting engineering firms, with over 45 years of experience serving the energy and natural resources industry.

Our people are the foundation of our success. Their passion and excellence have earned us recognition as one of Canada’s Best Employers and Best Managed Companies, and we’re committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels empowered to grow, lead and be themselves.

Our teams bring together engineering, environmental and commissioning expertise to deliver practical, innovative and sustainable solutions—from strategy to execution. With 20 offices across Canada, the U.S. and Latin America, we combine local presence with international reach, offering clients close collaboration and field-ready support.

Learn more about our culture and projects on LinkedIn or connect with our talent team.