Principal Marine Structural Engineer

AtkinsRéalis • Bedford, NS

3d • CA$117,200 - CA$161,200 • Hybrid

About The Position

Join AtkinsRéalis as a Principal Marine Structural Engineer within our Ports & Marine team. This senior technical leadership role provides accountability for the delivery, technical excellence, and strategic direction of complex ports and marine projects. You will serve as a trusted technical authority, mentor senior engineers, engage directly with clients, and support the continued growth and maturity of the Ports & Marine practice. As, Principal Project Director, you will be involved in the business development and the development of relation with the Port Authority of the Atlantic region.

Requirements

• B.A.Sc./B.Eng. in Civil or Structural Engineering
• P.Eng. (PEGNL, ENS) with ability to obtain registration in other Canadian jurisdictions.
• Approximately 15 to 18+ years of experience in the design and delivery of ports and marine structures.
• Recognized Project Manager and technical expert with strong engineering judgment and accountability for technical decisions.
• Extensive experience with reinforced concrete, steel, and foundation systems in marine environments.
• Proven leadership in technical reviews, mentoring, and multidisciplinary coordination.
• Excellent communication skills for senior client engagement and technical leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of the business opportunities and oversee project execution across Atlantic region.
• Act as technical authority and escalation point for complex and high-risk marine structural projects.
• Define and approve design approaches, standards, and methodologies for ports and marine infrastructure.
• Lead and review advanced structural analyses and independent engineering checks.
• Provide technical oversight and direction to senior and intermediate engineers.
• Oversee QA/QC across project deliverables and ensure alignment with applicable codes and standards.
• Support and contribute to proposal development, including scope definition, fee estimation, and technical content.
• Maintain trusted client relationships and provide senior technical input to support long-term client needs.
• Provide construction-phase technical leadership and resolve complex field issues.
• Mentor senior engineers and support technical progression and succession planning within the Ports & Marine team.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Employee recognition
• Flexible benefits tailored to health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs
• Diverse opportunities for training and professional development
• Hybrid working culture
• Generous time-off policies

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior