Structural Engineer-in-Training / Technologist

Job Description Posted Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 9:00 AM | Expires Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 7:59 AM

Are you a Structural Engineer-in-Training or Technologist ready to grow and develop your skills at ISL in one of Canada’s most livable cities? We have an exciting opportunity for a young professional to work in Penticton, and the surrounding Okanagan Valley, which boast’s year-round access high-quality outdoor activities through four seasons for those who enjoy an active lifestyle. If this sounds like your opportunity, we'd love to hear from you!

A Little About Us ISL is comprised of just over 600 employees comprised of award winning engineers, technologists, planners, landscape architects, scientists, and professionals

that work together to deliver infrastructure projects that minimize environmental impacts and maximize benefits to the community.

We have extensive expertise

– We have a variety of expertise and are comprised of five sectors specializing in Transportation, Municipal and Community, Bridges, Building and Structures and Land and Environment. Learn more about our areas of practice.

We are award winning and recognized in industry

– Visit our #ISLLife blog and learn more.

ISL’s Buildings and Structures Sector ISL’s Buildings and Structures Sector is comprised of technologists, engineers, project management and other professionals specializing in a wide variety of building structures including Mass Timber, Heritage and Building Enclosures.

Flexible

– we are a results-oriented team. As a high functioning, remotely enabled group, we are not your typical 9-5. We make sure you have the right technology to support projects across different provinces.

Interesting work

– Our clients trust us to deliver expertise on a variety of projects which may include heritage buildings, natural historic sites, high performing and sustainable buildings, and recreation structures (pedestrian bridges, sky walks, and playgrounds). View projects: Buildings – ISL

Award-winning

– we are a group of passionate individuals who work independently and as part of a team and celebrate successes. Check out some of our award-winning work here: Awards – ISL

Entrepreneurial

– we are a group of passionate individuals who work both independently and as part of a team. We take initiative, run with ideas and collectively share in project success. Our Penticton Office is directly partnered with our Whitehorse and Canmore locations with growing number of registered professionals, who will provide mentorship and guidance as grow in your role.

Location

– Ranked as the No. 1 most livable city in Canada for young professionals, Penticton and the surrounding Okanagan Valley boast’s year-round access high-quality outdoor activities through four seasons for those who enjoy an active lifestyle.

About the Role By joining this team you are enabling your own success as you learn from multidisciplinary professionals across British Columbia, Yukon, Calgary, Edmonton, Canmore and Saskatoon.

Your projects will primarily be located in the South Okanagan, but you will have the opportunity to work on multidisciplinary projects across all of the ISL offices. Responsibilities will include:

Prepare detailed structural engineering designs/drawings from concept, through tender to construction for a wide variety of projects including commercial, recreational, municipal, industrial, and residential buildings, in various structural materials (mass timber, light-frame wood, concrete, and steel).

Assemble and review structural deliverables in collaboration with other team members

Review and coordinate deliverables with other project team members including architectural, civil, landscape, process, mechanical, electrical, contractors and suppliers as each project requires

Actively participate in project meetings

Complete assessments and prepare reports for various buildings and structures

Support construction administration objectives and perform field reviews and follow-up reporting. This will include local travel, but may extend to locations throughout Western Canada, as required.

Complete submittal and shop drawing reviews and respond to queries that arise during construction.

Observe and maintain quality assurance practices and documentation standards on all projects

Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives

Be a lifelong learner, stay current on industry trends and emerging technologies

Collaborate with, advise, and assist team members in other groups and offices

Who we are looking for As a new member of ISL’s (Buildings and Structures), this future ISLer models our organizational values of

Curiosity, Unity, Integrity and Excellence . Is this you?

Curiosity

– You are curious about creative design solutions.

Unity

– You look forward to joining a multidisciplinary team of experts.

Integrity

– You have a strong understanding of structural design principles, and risk assessment of field-level design decisions will be an asset.

Excellence

– You take pride in looking for new and efficient ways of doing thing.

Ready to throw your name in? Your cover letter should include

Tell us about a building structure that you feel was designed with creativity and/or using materials efficiently.

Your resume must display

Registration as an E.I.T. (or eligibility to become registered as an E.I.T.), or equivalent technologist designations

Experience within the building construction industry

Demonstrated experience working collaboratively with a variety of clients and consultant team members to deliver projects successfully.

Ability to use critical thinking to evaluate which multidisciplinary team member should be contacted for project efficiency.

Knowing preferred options at a field-level and weighing that during the design process and when responding to queries by the project team will be considered an asset.

Knowledge and application of structural theory, the British Columbia Building or National Building Codes Code (BCBC 2024), and Canadian Structural Design Standards (O86, S16, A23.3) for wood, steel, and reinforced concrete.

Working knowledge of Bluebeam, Microsoft Word, and Excel

Ability to respond professionally and problem solve project issues and concerns

Assets

Familiarity with structural analysis software (e.g., SAP2000, SAFE, Risa, RFEM, Sizer), and drafting software (Revit)

Working knowledge of lateral wind and seismic design requirements for buildings

Experience with 3D modeling software

Experience with prefabrication of mass timber or light-frame structures, preparation of shop drawings for suppliers, or hands‑on experience in construction

Experience working as prime consultant as well as a subconsultant working with architects and contractors

Knowledge of structural fundamentals and conventional construction coupled with creative ideas and the use of modern building materials and procedures.

What ISL Offers We value you for your contributions and want to ensure that your personal success is intertwined with your professional success and want to thank you for considering ISL Engineering as your next step.

Depending on your experience level, the salary range (based on a 40-hour work week) is EIT:

$74,000 - $85,000 annually

Technologist:

$62,000 - $75,000 annually

Our wellness philosophy encompasses the four pillars of physical, mental, financial and spiritual wellbeing which is why our benefits package is comprehensive and offers you some of the best available tools to maximize your career and lifestyle.

Here are some of the amazing benefits we provide

An excellent onboarding and mentorship plan so you understand ISL business and are successful.

Flexible working hours and over 14 office locations to work from.

Hybrid model of work.

Immediate Employer paid benefits including health, dental and extensive paramedical services upon commencement.

Healthcare Spending and Lifestyle Option Accounts.

Group RRSP.

Paid professional development opportunities and memberships.

Parental leave top ups.

An opportunity to learn more about our Shareholder opportunities.

24/7/365 Employee & Family Assistance Program.

Location ISL is proudly located in over 16 offices across Western Canada. This position will be located in:

Penticton, British Columbia (reporting to our Whitehorse office)

At ISL, we share an enthusiasm for community infrastructure. From planning through to design and construction management, we create nimble teams to tackle the unique requirements of every project.

Our technical expertise encompasses transportation, land use planning, civil engineering, municipal, landscape architecture, heritage services, environmental management, water, structural, community engagement, geomatics, construction services and 3D visualization. Just the right size, ISL delivers on complex projects while being small enough to maintain strong, cohesive project teams and personal client attention and service.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) speaks to our core values and provides space for our teams to bring their authentic selves to work. ISL believes DEI creates the best outcomes for our clients while sustaining a happy and thriving work environment that allows for career development and opportunities for all staff. ISL ...