Principal Structural Designer: Lead Large-Scale, Constructible Designs

Worley; Calgary; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Worley in Calgary, Alberta, is seeking a Principal Structural Designer to lead structural design activities on large industrial projects. You will act as a technical authority and guide designers, ensuring high-quality, constructible solutions across multidisciplinary teams.

The role emphasizes safety, code compliance (CSA/AISC/ACI), and continuous improvement while collaborating with clients, construction teams, and project leadership. This is a full-time, on-site position based in Calgary.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Engineering Design Technology, Civil/Structural Technology, or a related discipline.
• Extensive, progressive experience in structural design within engineering, EPC/EPCM, or industrial project environments.
• Recognized subject matter expertise in steel and concrete structural design and detailing for industrial facilities.

Responsibilities

• Act as the principal technical authority for structural design on large and complex projects, providing expert guidance on layout and constructability.
• Lead the development and oversight of complex structural design deliverables, including structural general arrangements and layouts, structural steel and concrete detailing, foundations and pipe rack structures.
• Establish and uphold structural design philosophies, standards, and best practices across projects and portfolios.
• Provide advanced technical input into design challenges related to constructability, access, maintainability, modularization, transportation, lifting and erection methodologies.
• Serve as the escalation point for complex structural design issues and high-risk technical decisions.
• Mentor and coach Lead and Senior Structural Designers, supporting professional development and capability building.

Skills

AutoCAD

Tekla Structures

AVEVA E3D

Revit

SmartPlant

Structural detailing

CSA/AISC/ACI knowledge

Education

Engineering/Structural Technology degree

Job description

Worley in Calgary, Alberta, is seeking a Principal Structural Designer to lead structural design activities on large industrial projects. You will act as a technical authority and guide designers, ensuring high-quality, constructible solutions across multidisciplinary teams.

The role emphasizes safety, code compliance (CSA/AISC/ACI), and continuous improvement while collaborating with clients, construction teams, and project leadership. This is a full-time, on-site position based in Calgary.