Designer, Structural / Civil

K+S; Bethune; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Structural / Civil Designer to lead design efforts and ensure compliance with industry standards in a heavy industrial setting. The ideal candidate will have a diploma in CAD/CAM Engineering Technology and over 10 years of relevant experience, particularly in mining, focusing on structural designs and project execution. This role requires strong leadership skills and a thorough understanding of Canadian building codes, aimed at fostering innovative infrastructure solutions.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in structural/civil design in heavy industrial or mining environments.
• Advanced knowledge of Canadian building codes.
• Experience reviewing and managing deliverables from EPCs and consultants.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support structural designs for heavy industrial projects.
• Manage third-party design resources and ensure compliance with standards.
• Conduct detailed design reviews and produce accurate drawings.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Proficiency in AVEVA E3D

Proficiency in Autodesk Civil 3D

Proficiency in Revit

Proficiency in Plant 3D

Proficiency in Navisworks

Knowledge of Canadian building codes

Education

Diploma or technical program in CAD/CAM Engineering Technology

Job description

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

The Structural / Civil Designer serves as a subject matter expert and design lead responsible for developing and supporting structural designs for KSPC. The role involves collaborating with Engineering, Production, and Project teams to create detailed design solutions, ensure compliance with industry standards, and support project execution. This position manages third-party design resources, overseeing external contractors and consultants to ensure alignment with company standards, project requirements, and regulatory guidelines. The designer coordinates between internal teams and external technical resources, reviews third-party designs, and provides technical oversight to ensure seamless project execution. Additionally, the Structural / Civil Designer plays a key role in maintaining and improving infrastructure by producing accurate drawings, assisting with design reviews, and supporting standardized design and maintenance practices for structural assets.

• Lead structural design reviews with internal stakeholders and external engineering firms to ensure constructability, compliance with KSPC standards, and cost-effectiveness.

• Champion standardization and continuous improvement of structural detailing, drafting libraries, and drawing quality.

• Drive technical alignment across external engineering partners to ensure clarity in scope and minimize rework.

• Mentor junior designers or drafters and support knowledge transfer across the team.

• Interface with Project Engineering teams to support structural scope development and evaluation of third-party bids.

• Conduct constructability, maintainability, and operability reviews based on site experience and field input.

• Develop and prepare detailed structural steel and concrete designs and drawings using AutoCAD, AVEVA E3D, or other relevant software.

• Work closely with engineers and project teams to create structural layouts, models, and technical documentation.

• Review and interpret engineering specifications, design standards, and project requirements.

• Ensure all designs comply with applicable building codes, mining safety regulations, and KSPC internal standards.

• Coordinate with internal teams and external consultants to ensure design accuracy and project alignment.

• Manage third-party design resources by reviewing deliverables, providing feedback, and enforcing compliance with project objectives and quality expectations.

• Assist with structural assessments, inspections, and design modifications for existing infrastructure, integrating findings into updated drawings and standards.

• Support the management-of-change (MOC) process by delivering timely structural design solutions for maintenance and brownfield project work.

• Participate in multidiscipline design reviews and provide recommendations for safety, reliability, and cost optimization.

• Perform detailed drafting and design tasks across multiple disciplines when required to ensure cohesive, clash-free brownfield integration.

• Conduct periodic site visits to verify existing conditions, validate designs, engage stakeholders, and document field findings for continuous improvement.

YOUR PROFILE

Our company values and recognizes the diversity of the workforce and encourages individuals with the equivalent combination of education and work experience. The ideal candidate will have:

• Diploma or technical program in CAD/CAM Engineering Technology, Engineering Design and Drafting Technology, or a related field.

• 10+ years of progressive experience in structural/civil design in heavy industrial or mining environments (potash preferred).

• Advanced knowledge of Canadian building codes (NBC, CSA S16, A23.3) and structural detailing standards.

• Proficiency in AVEVA E3D, Autodesk Civil 3D, Revit, Plant 3D, Navisworks, and related modeling software.

• Experience reviewing and managing deliverables from EPCs, consultants, or third-party design service providers.

• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to lead design reviews, influence external stakeholders, and uphold owner engineering interests.

Employment is subject to successfully completing KSPC’s pre-employment checks which may include criminal record check, education verification, functional fitness evaluation, and drug and alcohol testing.

To ensure consideration for this role, please apply by July 7, 2025.

We support a diverse and inclusive work environment, fostering growth, innovation, and community engagement, aligned with K+S values and commitment to sustainability.