Designer, Structural / Civil

K+S; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading resource company in Canada is looking for a Structural / Civil Designer to lead structural designs and collaborate with Engineering and Project teams. Candidates should have significant experience in structural design within industrial environments and strong knowledge of Canadian codes. The position offers comprehensive benefits and a supportive culture focused on collaboration and professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits program

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in structural/civil design in heavy industrial or mining environments.
• Advanced knowledge of Canadian building codes (NBC, CSA S16, A23.3).
• Proficiency in related modeling software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support structural designs, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Review and oversee third-party designs to meet company standards.
• Conduct constructability and operability reviews based on site experience.

Skills

CAD/CAM Engineering Technology

Structural/Civil Design

Knowledge of AVCI E3D

Leadership skills

Education

Diploma in CAD/CAM Engineering Technology

Tools

AVEVA E3D

Autodesk Civil 3D

Revit

Plant 3D

Navisworks

Job description

Job Description

The Structural / Civil Designer serves as a subject matter expert and design lead responsible for developing and supporting structural designs for KSPC, collaborating with Engineering, Production, and Project teams to create detailed design solutions, ensure compliance with industry standards, and support project execution. This role 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, 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.

Requirements

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

What We Offer

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.

We are committed to being a company where every employee can contribute, grow and thrive, and where we reflect the diverse communities in which we live and work. We are working toward a truly inclusive environment, because we know that the amazing array of differences in our backgrounds, competencies, experiences, race, gender, age, beliefs, sexual orientation, identity, and their intersections is key to the longevity, sustainability, and growth of our organization.

In a career with K+S Potash Canada (KSPC), you can look forward to:

• Good People and Great Culture: Be part of a team committed to building an innovative and diverse culture.
• Challenge and Growth: We support your growth and potential through professional development, training, and a robust performance recognition program.
• Valuable Compensation: Our total target compensation is competitive and benchmarked to the market.
• Supporting Benefits: Our comprehensive, employer-paid benefits program includes Life, Disability, Health and Dental, as well as competitive Retirement benefits, Employee and Family Assistance Program, paid work time to help out in your community, and more!

To ensure consideration for this role, please apply by October 23, 2025.