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The Engineering Manager leads Algonquin Bridge’s engineering function, combining hands-on structural design and professional practice (including reviewing, sealing/stamping, and issuing letters of certification) with people leadership, coaching, and development of a high-performing engineering team. This role ensures safe, code-compliant, efficient and competitive designs for Algonquin Bridge’s modular panel bridge systems, custom prefabricated bridge solutions, and bridge abutment systems, while partnering closely with Sales, Operations and Project teams to deliver turn-key engineered bridge/abutment packages. This position reports to the President, Algonquin Bridge & AIL Soundwalls
The Engineering Manager leads Algonquin Bridge’s engineering function, combining hands-on structural design and professional practice (including reviewing, sealing/stamping, and issuing letters of certification) with people leadership, coaching, and development of a high-performing engineering team. This role ensures safe, code-compliant, efficient and competitive designs for Algonquin Bridge’s modular panel bridge systems, custom prefabricated bridge solutions, and bridge abutment systems, while partnering closely with Sales, Operations and Project teams to deliver turn-key engineered bridge/abutment packages. This position reports to the President, Algonquin Bridge & AIL Soundwalls
Act as Engineer-of-Record where required, guiding structural design and checking from concept through construction deliverables.
Review and seal drawings, calculations, specifications, and letters of certification in applicable Canadian jurisdictions;
Act as responsible member and maintain company permits in all registered provinces. Maintain professional practice records.
Establish and continuously improve engineering standards, templates, tools, and design/check/review workflows for consistency and quality.
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Interpret and apply applicable design codes/standards and client specifications; support internal training on code requirements and best practices.
Provide technical direction and final review for complex designs and non-standard conditions; engage external experts as needed.
Ensure constructability and safe erection/installation methods are considered; define design and installation procedures where applicable.
Lead, mentor and develop the engineering team (engineers, EITs, designers/drafters) through objectives, feedback, performance management, and career development plans.
Build and sustain a culture of accountability, collaboration, psychological safety and continuous learning.
Support recruitment, onboarding, workload planning, and succession planning to meet business demands and grow capability.
Promote professional development (P.Eng. competency development, EIT mentorship, technical training, leadership development).
Champion health & safety, quality, and ethical practice within Engineering and across the business.
Partner with Sales on pursuits: feasibility input, value engineering, and project cost estimating.
Oversee preparation, review and sign-off of contract drawings and documents supporting proposals and contract execution.
Provide technical support to owners/consultants/contractors, including presentations and technical correspondence.
Support site advisor activities and field problem-solving to assist launching/erection and installation challenges.
Provide technical support to Operations/Production to reduce rework and improve throughput.
Champion product innovation to enhance performance, manufacturability, and ease of installation.
Contribute to R&D initiatives; evaluate new details, materials, and methods.
Analyze competitor products and industry trends to strengthen technical/commercial advantage.
Participate on code/technical committees representing Algonquin Bridge’s interests.
Prepare/manage engineering budgets by projecting resource needs and determining funding priorities.
Track capacity, cycle times, and quality metrics; report status, risks, and improvements directly to the President.
Maintain/improve document control practices for engineering deliverables, calculations, standards and templates.
Technical judgment and professional accountability
Leadership, coaching and talent development
Quality mindset and continuous improvement
Customer focus and commercial awareness
Cross-functional collaboration (Sales/Operations/Projects)
Parent group profile
Canadian-owned bridge and infrastructure manufacturer serving transportation, public works, mining, energy, forestry, and development sectors.
Visit parent group websiteCAD 110000-130000 yearly / year
Full-time
Senior · 8+ years experience
Onsite
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