The Intermediate Earthworks Engineer will develop design packages, perform calculations, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on energy facility projects, ensuring compliance with standards.
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 delivering high quality projects of all sizes and complexities that exceed client expectations.
We are seeking an Intermediate Earthworks Engineer with 5–10 years of experience who is eager to further develop their technical expertise, take ownership of key design components, and contribute to multidisciplinary project teams supporting the design and optimization of energy facilities. This role offers increased responsibility, exposure to complex projects, and mentorship opportunities both as a learner and contributor.
Why Join Equinox?
We are seeking an Intermediate Earthworks Engineer with 5–10 years of experience who is eager to further develop their technical expertise, take ownership of key design components, and contribute to multidisciplinary project teams supporting the design and optimization of energy facilities. This role offers increased responsibility, exposure to complex projects, and mentorship opportunities both as a learner and contributor.
Why Join Equinox?
- Meaningful work on a wide range of energy and processing 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 Support
- Lead the development of earthworks design packages including grading plans, cut/fill analysis, and drainage design
- Prepare Survey and Geotechnical Investigation Scopes of Work, including associated coordination, review and commenting
- Perform detailed design calculations related to site development, slopes, and surface stormwater management
- Prepare and review engineering drawings, reports, and technical specifications
- Prepare detailed engineering redlines
- Provide guidance to Civil 3D Designer (Drafting Department) with respect to modeling and drafting
- Produce accurate MTO’s of earthworks quantities
Collaboration & Project Execution
- Collaborate with civil, structural, geotechnical, and environmental disciplines to deliver integrated design solutions
- Coordinate with project teams to support planning, scheduling, and execution of deliverables
- Interface with clients, vendors, and contractors to address technical questions and support project delivery
- Provide support during construction including responding to RFIs and reviewing field changes
Safety, Quality & Compliance
- Ensure designs meet applicable codes, standards, and client requirements
- Promote a strong safety culture through safe design practices and participation in risk assessments
- Participate in design reviews, HAZOPs, and quality assurance processes
Technical Exposure
- Work on complex site development projects including large-scale grading, access roads, drainage systems, and earthworks optimization
- Gain exposure to both greenfield and brownfield energy projects
- Contribute to continuous improvement of design standards, tools, and workflows
About You
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline
- 5–10 years of relevant experience in earthworks, site development, and/or civil engineering design
- P.Eng designation (or actively working toward) is preferred
- Strong organization skills and proficiency in calculation spreadsheet development using MS Excel.
- Solid understanding of grading, drainage design, and geotechnical principles Competence to work independently on grading engineering for projects.
- Proven ability to manage priorities and deliver high-quality work within project timelines
- Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams and with external stakeholders
- Underground storm system engineering experience considered an asset
- Proficiency in Civil3D and AutoCAD considered an asset
Ready to Apply?
If you're looking to take the next step in your civil engineering career, contribute to impactful energy projects, and work alongside industry-leading engineers, we’d love to hear from you.
If you're looking to take the next step in your civil engineering career, contribute to impactful energy projects, and work alongside industry-leading engineers, we’d love to hear from you.
About
Established in 1997, Equinox is a distinguished EPCM service provider globally. Our wide-ranging portfolio includes Sweet and Sour Gas Processing Facilities, Heavy and Conventional Oil Production, Steam Pipeline Systems, and an increasing focus on sustainable energy solutions like Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) facilities and pipelines, Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) projects, and Landfill Gas (LFG) initiatives.
Equinox Engineering Ltd. Calgary, Alberta, CAN Office
Calgary, Canada
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