Job Job ID 31688: Building Engineer, Hamilton

Contribute to the City of Hamilton, one of Canada’s largest cities - home to a diverse and strong economy, an active and inclusive community, a robust cultural and dining scene, hundreds of kilometers of hiking trails and natural beauty just minutes from the downtown core, and so much more. Join our diverse team of talented and ambitious staff who embody our values of sensational service, courageous change, steadfast integrity, collective ownership and being engaged empowered employees. Help us achieve our vision of being the best place to raise a child and age successfully. #BeTheReason

• Job ID #31688: Building Engineer (2 vacancies; 1 permanent, 1 temporary)
• Union: Non-Union
• Job Description ID #: 224
• Close date: Interested applicants please submit your application online at https://www.hamilton.ca/city-council/jobs-city by 4:00 p.m. on February 11, 2026.
• Duration: 12 months
• Vacancy type: This posting is for two (2) existing vacancies.
• Internal applicants should apply with your work e-mail address. External applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed. Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.
  

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Reporting to the Manager of Building Engineering, and under the supervision of the Supervisor of Building Engineering, assists in ensuring and providing a living environment free of safety, health and fire hazards through plan examination, site inspection and advising professionals on regulatory requirements.

GENERAL DUTIES

• Examines and reviews permit plans and specifications for compliance with Ontario Building Code, Zoning bylaw, Building bylaw and other applicable laws.
• Examines and analyzes structural systems, life support systems, including smoke control measure, building services and fire suppression system.
• Determines adequacy of submitted specifications and details to ensure safety of occupants, including suitability of used materials.
• Comments on acceptance or rejection of alternative solutions.
• Advises and assists design professionals in design of buildings by engaging in preliminary design discussions to provide technical design information, materials evaluation and code interpretation.
• Attends Provincial Bylaw Court or Ontario Supreme Court to give evidence on Building Code infractions and engineering analysis.
• Provides evidence to Provincial Professional Association to assist in interpretation of Code of Ethics.
• Researches and prepares technical comments to various civic committees. Attends various committees in representation of written comments for the department.
• Witnesses and certifies test of life support systems including fire alarms, sprinklers, etc.
• Performs site inspections to assess or determine unsafe conditions.
• Prepares site inspection reports and recommendations.
• Provides verbal and written technical advice to public and staff on site conditions.
• Assists the building inspection and plans examination staff in interpreting regulatory requirements.
• Works in accordance with the provisions of all applicable Health and Safety legislation and all City of Hamilton corporate and departmental policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety.
• Performs other duties as assigned which are directly related to the responsibilities of the position.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bachelor of Engineering from a recognized university and registered as a Professional Engineer in the Province of Ontario, and relevant work experience related to the duties described.
2. Qualified under Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing qualification and registration program under the Ontario Building Code Act as a “Qualified Inspector” with the following categories:
   1. General Legal/Process
   2. Small Buildings
   3. Complex Buildings
   4. Building Services
   5. Building Structural
   6. Plumbing All Buildings
   7. On-Site Sewage Systems.

3. Significant knowledge of building regulations and construction procedures.

4. Must possess construction background in field techniques and modern construction practices and/or formal building design experience.

5. Frequent up-to-date training/seminars on an ongoing basis to maintain technical expertise in construction techniques.

6. Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize workloads.

7. Excellent written and verbal communication skills combined with the ability to work with diverse groups to reach solutions.

8. Must demonstrate a commitment to customer service and public safety.

9. Must be familiar with Microsoft suite of computer applications (Excel and Word) and the Windows Operating System.

10. Good knowledge of the City of Hamilton is an asset.

Disclaimer:

Be advised that Human Resources frequently audits resumes of internal/external applicants to ensure/validate information provided is consistent and trustworthy. Falsification of information provided at any time throughout the recruitment process may be grounds for disqualification, and for internal applicants, subject to discipline up to and including termination.

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The City is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Consistent with our Values and Corporate Culture Pillars, the City of Hamilton is committed to providing equitable treatment to all with respect to barrier-free employment and accommodation without discrimination. The City will provide accommodation for applicants in all aspects of the hiring process, up to the point of undue hardship. If you have an accommodation need, please contact Human Resources as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangements.