Careers: Join The Tacoma Team!
Tacoma strives to be the company that employees come to because of the way they are treated, listened to, and looked after. We offer a dynamic, open office environment, with independent work supported by a collaborative design approach. We stress the importance of a work-life balance for everyone.
Employees are provided with a competitive salary and benefit package, as well as continuing education and personal development opportunities. Team development at Tacoma is ongoing, and involves group learning and sharing gatherings, weekly lunches, and 360 accountability sessions. Many employees also choose to participate in company extracurricular events such as the Tour de Guelph, Royal City Mission meal preparation, and Habitat for Humanity build
Do you find yourself reflecting on your career goals? Do you aspire to develop a career path leading to meaningful contributions with a growing consulting firm? If you are interested in working with Tacoma full-time, looking for a co-op or experience or summer employment, we’d love to hear from you!
Future and Current opportunities within Tacoma include:
Structural Designers and Engineers who are responsible for carrying out complete engineering design for various building projects with a wide variety of construction materials. As a new employee, you will be exposed to Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Agricultural, Institutional, Heritage, Multi-Storey, and many other types of buildings. The successful candidates will be involved with all facets of projects, including initial client meetings, building design, shop drawing and construction review.
Structural Designer (Engineer in Training)
- A structural designer will have an engineering degree from a recognized university program with a structural focus (bachelors).
Structural Engineer (P.Eng.)
- In addition to a recognized engineering degree, a structural engineer will have met the requirements for registration with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) and have their professional engineer (P.Eng.) designation.
Please forward resumes with cover letter.
Architectural / Engineering Technologists
Architectural / Engineering Technologists positions at Tacoma will involve project management, preparing detailed drawings for building structures using Autocad and Revit, building code review, building design, and on-site construction review.
- Graduate of a three-year technology program
- Strong attention to detail
- Advanced skills using Revit and CAD Software
- Experience in building design and drafting
- Working knowledge of the Ontario Building Code and building science
Please forward resumes with cover letter to Jonathan Hiller, Director of Technical Services.
Building Code Consulting / Plans Examiner:
Building Code Consulting / Plans Examiners perform detailed plans review of various construction projects with a focus on residential, industrial, commercial, institutional (ICI) buildings, for compliance with the architectural, structural, life safety and fire protection requirements of the Ontario Building Code and standards referenced therein. The role will liaison with design professionals, contractors, developers, and owners throughout the plans review process and will be responsible for preparing technical reports as required.
- Graduate of a three-year technology program
- Advanced understanding and application of the Ontario Building Code
- Advanced communication skills (verbal and written) with an emphasis on customer service
- Strong attention to detail
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite / Revit / CAD
- Successful completion of the provincial qualification examination for: Legal Processes, House, Small Buildings, Large Buildings, Building Structural, Complex Buildings and Building Services are an asset, but not mandatory.
Please forward resumes with cover letter to Rob Riel, Building Code Team Lead.
For all positions at Tacoma, a valid driver’s license is mandatory and personal vehicle encouraged as we expect all employees to complete the construction review for their designs. An estimated 5% of an employee’s time could be anticipated as being on site.
We require working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Communication skills, the desire for personal growth, and the commitment to provide exceptional customer service are the personal assets we are looking for.
- Tacoma Engineers is committed to fostering an accessible work environment, where our employees are valued, respected and supported. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking parts in all aspects of the selection process. If you are contacted to arrange for an interview, please advise us if you require accommodation.
- In creating an inclusive and diverse work environment, we welcome, value and thrive on perspectives and contributions from different backgrounds. We invite and encourage applications from all qualified individuals who may contribute to the further diversification of our company.
