Junior Civil Structural Designer

Equinox Engineering Ltd.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Equinox Engineering Ltd. seeks a Junior Civil Structural Designer in Calgary to join our Drafting and Design department.

You will develop 3D models and detailed drawings for energy facilities, support project deliverables, and collaborate with engineers and designers across oil & gas, carbon capture, and emerging energy projects. Ideally you have a Diploma in Engineering Design and Drafting, 2+ years EPCM experience, and proficiency with CADWorx/Advance Steel.

Qualifications

• Engineering Design and Drafting Diploma or Civil Engineering Technology Diploma.
• Minimum 2 years EPCM experience in civil and structural design.
• Registered member, or eligible for membership, with ASET.
• Experience preparing civil and structural drawings and 3D models for industrial facilities.
• Familiarity with CADWorx, Advance Steel, and related design software.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare 3D models using CADWorx and Advance Steel software.
• Develop detailed civil and structural design drawings, including structural steel, concrete foundations, piling systems, ladders, platforms, and supporting structures.
• Generate bills of materials and assist with project deliverables.
• Review drawings and models for accuracy, completeness, and consistency with project requirements and company standards.
• Maintain proficiency with current design software and drafting practices.
• Participate in multidisciplinary project teams supporting oil and gas, carbon capture, and emerging energy projects.
• Attend and contribute to internal and external 30/60/90 model reviews.
• Work closely with Civil Structural Design Leads and engineers to ensure project objectives and deliverables are achieved.
• Communicate design updates, task status, and project changes effectively with team members and stakeholders.
• Build positive working relationships with project personnel, clients, and colleagues.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

Engineering or Civil Engineering Diploma

Tools

CADWorx

Advance Steel

Job description

Junior Civil Structural Designer

Department: Drafting and Design

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Calgary, AB, Canada

Description

Equinox Engineering is an international EPCM leader known for innovative facility design and engineering across natural gas, oil, heavy oil, carbon capture, power generation, emerging energy, and brownfield projects around the globe. We work with top energy producers in the USA, Canada, and internationally. We are committed to identifying and retaining the most talented employees to deliver high-quality projects of all sizes and complexities that exceed client expectations.

We are seeking a Junior Civil Structural Designer with 2+ years of EPCM experience who is eager to grow their technical skills, contribute to multidisciplinary project teams, and support the design and development of energy facilities. This role offers hands-on learning, exposure to diverse projects, and strong mentorship from experienced designers and engineers.

Why Join Equinox?

• Meaningful work on a wide range of energy and processing facility projects.
• Strong, people-focused culture emphasizing mentorship, collaboration, and technical growth.
• Flexible and supportive work environment with long-term career development opportunities.
• Entrepreneurial culture that fosters creative and commercially minded leaders.

What You'll Do

Technical Design & Drafting

• Prepare 3D models using CADWorx and Advance Steel software.
• Develop detailed civil and structural design drawings, including structural steel, concrete foundations, piling systems, ladders, platforms, and supporting structures.
• Generate bills of materials and assist with project deliverables.
• Review drawings and models for accuracy, completeness, and consistency with project requirements and company standards.
• Maintain proficiency with current design software and drafting practices.

Collaboration & Project Execution

• Participate in multidisciplinary project teams supporting oil and gas, carbon capture, and emerging energy projects.
• Attend and contribute to internal and external 30/60/90 model reviews.
• Work closely with Civil Structural Design Leads and engineers to ensure project objectives and deliverables are achieved.
• Communicate design updates, task status, and project changes effectively with team members and stakeholders.
• Build positive working relationships with project personnel, clients, and colleagues.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Ensure all design work complies with applicable codes, standards, client requirements and Equinox procedures.
• Adhere to established electronic filing systems, document control practices, and file management protocols.
• Support quality assurance and quality control processes throughout project execution.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality and continuous improvement.

Technical Exposure & Professional Growth

• Gain experience designing structural systems for complex energy facilities.
• Develop expertise in 3D modeling, drafting, and design coordination within an EPCM environment.
• Learn from experienced designers and engineers while contributing to projects across multiple energy sectors.
• Expand knowledge of structural steel design, foundation systems and industrial facility layouts.

About You

• Engineering Design and Drafting Diploma or Civil Engineering Technology Diploma.
• Minimum 2 years of EPCM experience in civil and structural design.
• Registered member, or eligible for membership, with ASET.
• Experience preparing civil and structural drawings and 3D models for industrial facilities.
• Familiarity with CADWorx, Advance Steel, and related design software.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.