WHAT'S THE JOB?
We are seeking a highly qualified Intermediate Structural Engineer to join our Bern team as a critical cross-continental engineering bridge. This specialized role requires structural engineering, compliance verification, and review of mass timber and timber-hybrid structures destined for the United States market, as well as guiding European partners expanding into North America. This role is based in Bern, Switzerland.
Start Date: August 1, 2026
A BIT ABOUT THE PERSON WHO WILL EXCEL IN THIS ROLE:
We are looking for someone with project and technical experience with all major materials, who is familiar with US building practices, permitting, and industry standards.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

• Perform detailed structural design under the mentorship of the principal-in-charge and/or senior engineers.
• Participate in delivering medium to large-sized projects, throughout all design and construction phases.
• Act as project manager for small to medium-sized projects, throughout all design and construction phases.
• Be involved in ongoing communication and coordination with other design consultants, contractors, and suppliers.
• Have sound knowledge of US codes and standards – IBC, ASCE 7, NDS, AISC 303, ACI 318 and associated seismic design requirements.
• Deliver project deliverables on time and on budget.
• Build positive relationships with clients and help promote our core values.
• Contribute to the team’s technical knowledge resources.
• Be creative and innovative in problem-solving.
• Act as a role model and technical mentor to junior engineers and BIM technicians.
• Work with a team that is passionate, focused, and dedicated in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Contribute to a fun and welcoming work environment.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, with a minimum of 5+ years of local or international experience designing buildings in the residential, commercial, municipal, and institutional sectors;
• You must be a P.E. ideally registered in CA, OR or WA or eligible for accreditation within 6 months of your start date;
• Ability to work autonomously in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to use programs such as RFEM, S-Concrete, Sizer, or other similar structural analysis software.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

EXTRA AWESOME:

• Well-rounded knowledge and experience designing with timber, steel, and concrete is an asset.
• Understanding and experience with seismic analysis and design.
• Suitable experience in commercial, residential, and/or institutional projects.
• Master’s degree in structural engineering.
• Working knowledge of performance-based design under the American codes and standards.

A BIT MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ASPECT:
ASPECT Structural Engineers is a globally acclaimed, full-service structural engineering firm and mass timber consultancy that made it to "Canada’s Top Small & Medium Employers” list in 2024, 2025, and 2026 by Mediacorp Canada Inc. ASPECT was also recognized as a Top 100 BC Employer in 2026.
Founded in 2016, we are now a cohesive team of more than 60 engineers, technicians, and support staff. Through thoughtful yet pragmatic design practices and rigorous training, the engineers at ASPECT understand not only their role in contributing to a project but also how to support the roles of others.Many members of the ASPECT team started their careers in other disciplines, pulling from their experience working with carpenters, contractors, suppliers, or architects to contribute to a wider understanding of the value that structural engineers can bring to a project. Our team-based approach focuses on better design, improved constructability, and unwavering accountability.
From the beginning, ASPECT has been driven by the importance of true sustainability, underscoring our commitment to understanding and educating others on the benefits of mass timber. Beyond producing award-winning structural engineering work for everything from office buildings to bridges to custom homes, we also dedicate a substantial amount of time to working with other industry leaders – including suppliers, architects, and clients – to work through new ways to design and build for the future using mass timber. Our diverse team is active in markets around the world, with dedicated offices in Canada (Vancouver and Toronto) and Switzerland (Bern).
The Bern office is ASPECT’s first European outpost, positioned strategically near the global epicentre of advanced mass timber construction. It allows the firm to service clients directly across Europe and North America, operating as a critical cross-continental engineering bridge.Because ASPECT delivers mass timber projects globally, the Bern office frequently engineers structures destined for the United States or collaborates with European companies trying to expand to the North American market. This local presence eliminates time-zone bottlenecks and allows for real-time peer reviews of US projects from Europe.
More about us: https://aspectengineers.com/
COMPENSATION PACKAGE:

• Base Salary CHF 85,000 – 90,000 (will be commensurate with skillset and experience).
• Professional fees coverage.
• Travel allowance.
• Yearly bonus opportunities.
• Phone stipend.
• Flex hours.
• Generous paid time off.

OTHER PERKS:

• A healthy workplace culture that encourages you to thrive inside and outside of the office.
• Company values that actually mean something to us: diversity, drive, accountability, quality, and collaboration (these are not just buzzwords, they are part of everything we do!).
• The opportunity to work on innovative, inspiring, and iconic projects, making an impact on local communities and worldwide.
• Significant career development progression opportunities, with knowledge transfer and mentorship opportunities at every level.
• Collaboration with team members across all of our offices.
• The ability to see the impact of your work and make a significant contribution to the growth of the company.
• Virtual and in-person team-building events.

This position is office-based. Diversity is one of our core values, and we believe having a team with different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives is what makes us thrive. We welcome all applicants regardless of race, gender, orientation, sexual identity, economic class, ability, disability, age, religious beliefs or disbeliefs, or status.We use AI-powered tools to support parts of our recruitment process, such as résumé screening and candidate matching. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by our hiring team. ASPECT does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies.