Senior Design Engineer (Ports & Industrial)

Binnie is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to join our Ports & Industrial Division, where practical engineering leadership meets real‑world impact. From concept through construction, our team delivers integrated project management, design, and construction services for complex port and industrial environments. Our work includes underground utilities, industrial wastewater and pumping systems, mechanical piping and distribution, dust mitigation systems, and essential site infrastructure such as roads, rail, fencing, and on‑site facilities—supporting safe, efficient, and resilient operations for our clients.

This is a full‑time position based at our Burnaby head office near scenic Deer Lake, home to one of Binnie’s largest and most collaborative teams. The role offers a hybrid working environment, balancing in‑office collaboration with flexible work options.

You are an experienced civil design engineer with a proven track record delivering complex infrastructure projects. You bring a strong appreciation for constructability, quality, and client service. Beyond technical excellence, you are a relationship‑builder with established client contacts and who is comfortable identifying opportunities, nurturing long‑term partnerships, and helping grow new work fronts within the ports and industrial sector.

You will lead design and production efforts, act as Engineer of Record, and provide technical and professional leadership to Project Managers, designers, technologists, and inspection staff throughout the project lifecycle. You will collaborate closely with division leadership on resourcing, proposal development, and strategic growth, while mentoring emerging technical talent within the team.

YOUR ROLE:

• Lead civil engineering design from conceptual planning through detailed construction drawings


• Serve as Engineer of Record, signing and sealing drawings, letters, and reports


• Review and approve design calculations, drawings, and technical documentation


• Supervise and guide the preparation of complex design deliverables using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and related tools


• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and direction to engineering and technical staff


• Support Project Managers with scope definition, scheduling, and fee proposal development


• Undertake quality control and ensure compliance with Binnie’s Organizational Quality Management Program


• Leverage existing client relationships and proactively develop new client connections and opportunities


• Participate in business development activities, including client meetings, proposals, and pursuits


• Contribute to the strategic growth of the Ports & Industrial Division

WHAT YOU BRING:

• Minimum 10+ years of progressive experience in port, industrial, and/or municipal infrastructure projects


• Degree in Civil Engineering (or related discipline)


• Terminals, industrial sites, and port experience is an asset


• Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with EGBC or eligible for immediate registration


• Demonstrated experience acting as Engineer of Record on complex infrastructure projects


• Strong working knowledge of Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and relevant hydraulic or piping analysis software


• Proven client management experience, with established industry contacts and trusted relationships


• Ability to attract new work, identify opportunities, and support business growth initiatives


• Excellent communication, leadership, and time‑management skills


• Confidence delivering high‑quality work with minimal supervision

ABOUT BINNIE:

We are the people behind the infrastructure you use every day. We’re small enough to know each other’s names, and big enough to be where we’re needed. As an employee-owned firm and one of Canada’s Top Small & Medium Employers, we take pride in our work and are respected as one of the top engineering firms in British Columbia.  We support some of the most important infrastructure in the province and beyond.

We’re looking for professionals who want to build careers and communities that last. We can’t do it without you.

THE PERKS:

People come first. We support you with the education, mentoring, and growth opportunities you need to build an interesting career. As an employee-owned firm, we create a clear internal growth path that can keep up with even the most ambitious professionals. Whether it’s through our Employee Resources groups like Young Professionals and RISE; our mentoring programs, Binnie Banters speech club, Movember, or book club, everyone can get involved in their own way.

The salary for this position is commensurate with experience; the salary range for this position is $127,775 - $193,300 annually. The final salary for this role may vary based on several factors, including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. Please note that the salary range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Interested in this job?

Let us know why you want to work at Binnie, and why you would be a fit as our next Senior Design Engineer. Submit your application at the above link.

Binnie embraces diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome any and all qualified applicants.

If you require accommodation at any time throughout the recruitment process, please contact our Human Resources team.