Structural Engineering Manager
About The Position
Join Silent-Aire — Powering the World’s Data Centers. Silent-Aire, a division of Johnson Controls, is a global leader in owner equipment manufacturing (OEM) dedicated to providing custom solutions for data center customers. Our product line includes large-scale equipment such as air handling units and modular data centers. We pride ourselves on innovation, quality, and delivering tailored solutions to meet our clients' unique needs. We currently operate manufacturing facilities in: Edmonton, Sherwood Park, Nisku. Position Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled Structural Engineering Manager to lead structural design and execution across our product lines. You will lead a team of 3-5 structural engineers — responsible for both guiding the team and staying close to the technical work. This position will participate in technical client conversations, pricing efforts, design development, code reviews, specification compliance, equipment certification, equipment testing, guidance for development of construction documents, support during manufacturing, commissioning, and warranty. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure designs are practical, buildable, and aligned with project requirements.
Requirements
- BSc. Civil Engineering, MSc. Structural Engineering, M.Eng. Structural Engineering, or equivalent
- Professional Engineering (P.Eng.) designation or immediate eligibility for professional membership with APEGA
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in structural engineering
- Experience leading team members
- Practical experience with risk management, product design and testing
- Ability to integrate new technologies into machines and converse with multiple departments spanning multiple disciplines
- Strong work ethic and positive team attitude
Nice To Haves
- Understanding of Electrical, Structural, and Controls engineering
- Experience as an APEGA Responsible Member and Permit to Practice holder
- Proficiency with AutoCAD, Creo, Revit, and RISA
- Deep technical knowledge of seismic design and vibration analysis
- Static and dynamic analysis, finite element analysis (FEA) experience
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials including cold formed steel
- Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to data center equipment
Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor a team of design professionals, fostering collaboration and supporting career growth.
- Promote a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.
- Provide technical design support with a focus on structural design engineering.
- Design and test custom modular data centers (MDC), air handling equipment, and computer room air handling units to client specifications.
- Take a subject mater expert (SME) role in project execution, support for estimating, business development, sales, production improvements, and marketing.
- Lead testing activities to evaluate and validate design solutions for manufactured equipment.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement by identifying best practices and implementing innovative design solutions.
- Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including design submittments, reports, drawings, and Engineering Change Requests.
- Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) for design processes and VAVE initiatives.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality assurance, and supply chain to identify opportunities for cost reduction and performance enhancement.
- Ensure ongoing compliance with local, national, and international standards and legislation.
Benefits
- competitive benefits package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
