Precast Design Engineer, Halifax Bedford Basin

About Strescon Limited Established in 1963, Strescon Limited has grown to become the largest precast, pre‑stressed concrete manufacturer in Eastern Canada. Its primary market covers the Atlantic Provinces and the New England region of the United States. Strescon manufactures a wide range of both architectural and structural precast/pre‑stressed concrete products including bridge girders, wall panels, complete parking garages, hollowcore slabs, precast pile, and deck slabs. Strescon presently has two facilities: 70,000 sq. ft. in Saint John, New Brunswick and 50,000 sq. ft. in Bedford, Nova Scotia.In addition to our engineered precast facilities for custom components, Strescon also operates a 32,000 sq. ft. facility in Saint John which manufactures standard concrete products for engineered drainage systems, such as pipe, manholes and catch basins.

Job Summary We are seeking a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) to support the structural design of precast and prestressed concrete elements across a range of construction projects. This role is ideal for someone with a strong understanding of structural engineering principles and an interest in applying them to precast concrete design in a collaborative, project‑focused environment.

Responsibilities

Assist in the design of precast/prestressed concrete elements under the guidance of senior engineers.

Support preparation of design drawings and basic calculations for precast components.

Work with architects, contractors, and other team members to help ensure design requirements are met.

Learn to conduct structural analysis and apply relevant codes and standards with supervision.

Provide technical support during different phases of the project lifecycle.

Attend project meetings to observe and contribute ideas to design discussions.

Develop an understanding of precast concrete design principles and construction practices.

Participate in ongoing training and stay informed about standard codes and practices.

Technical Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field

Experience in precast concrete design considered an asset

Interest in learning structural analysis tools such as E‑Tabs

Professional licensure is a requirement

Business Requirements

Ability to prioritize tasks and support multiple projects with guidance

Strong organizational skills and eagerness to meet deadlines

Cultural Requirements

Clear communication skills, both written and verbal

Enthusiasm for working in a collaborative team environment

Openness to feedback, critical thinking, and developing effective time management

As a member of the OSCO Construction Group, Strescon offers a comprehensive compensation package including health and dental coverage, life insurance, RRSP and tax‑free savings account options. Additionally, we offer educational scholarships to dependents of employees, health&wellness programming and team celebratory events.

About OSCO The origins of the OSCO Construction Group go back to 1955 when Ocean Steel&Construction Ltd. was founded in Saint John, New Brunswick. Since that time, the OSCO Construction Group has grown to encompass four main operating sectors: Steel, Concrete, Construction and Corporate. Within these sectors lie an ever‑expanding number of companies and divisions, serving a growing market area and employing over twelve hundred employees.

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