Lead Civil / Structural Design Engineer

Ready to build a rewarding career in an industry that is transforming the future?

Who We Are

We are Vale Base Metals – a global supplier of the critical minerals transforming the future.

With industry-leading reserves of copper and nickel in Canada, Brazil, and Indonesia, and state-of-the-art infrastructure in the U.K., Canada, and Japan, VBM delivers a secure and responsible supply of high-quality products to customers across Europe, the Americas, and Asia.

Global demand for critical minerals is growing exponentially. From energy to aerospace, batteries to magnets, robotics to artificial intelligence, a secure and responsible supply of critical minerals is fundamental to power modern technologies. And at Vale Base Metals, we are transforming our business to provide a secure and responsible supply of these minerals.

Join our diverse team of 13,000 talented individuals committed to providing mineral security to a world in transition. We invite you to put your skills to work, driving meaningful and enduring change while enjoying a rewarding career.

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Lead Civil / Structural Design Engineer, to join our Central Engineering team in Sudbury. This is a permanent onsite position. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

As a Lead Civil / Structural Design Engineer, you will be responsible to provide engineering services to the various mines and plants within our Ontario Operations. The position involves regular trips to underground mines and to the various surface plants.

In this position you will:

• Be responsible for integrity of designs produced under your technical direction and legally approves and seals designs and drawings as per the Professional Engineers Act.
• Provide technical direction for complex engineering designs within your area of expertise and assists and guides other design personnel.
• Conduct complex engineering studies, conducts field inspections and prepare relevant reports
• Have the ability to use structural software for structural analysis.
• Participate in the review of construction and commissioning and start-up functions.
• Apply mature engineering knowledge and exercises leadership, mentoring and training to other design personnel.
• Manage the work of design personnel, when assigned, to ensure adherence to scope, schedule, budget, codes and standards.
• Conduct reviews of engineering consultant's engineering designs, drawings and specifications on assigned projects.
• Be familiar with latest codes, acts and regulations and keeps abreast of technology and latest developments in his/her design field.

What We Offer You

• Competitive compensation including a variable annual incentive plan
• Participation in a competitive Defined Contribution Pension package
• Comprehensive benefits package (company paid core coverage, health and dental coverage, flex accounts, disability plans and optional insurances)
• Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation, personal, sick, parental)
• Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Virtual Healthcare online
• Online training and career development opportunities

About You

Education:

• Undergraduate degree in Civil/Structural Engineering.
• Professional Engineer Designation (P.Eng.) required.

Experience:

• The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years of experience in the Structural Engineering field.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of structural design and analysis for various types of structures.
• Strong knowledge of steel, concrete, masonry and timber design.
• Strong knowledge of various mining, smelting and refining, structures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of programs (Excel, Word and Power Point).

Why Sudbury

Greater Sudbury is a vibrant city in northeastern Ontario, renowned for its rich mining history and significant role in Canada's mineral production. The city sits atop one of the world's largest and oldest meteorite impact sites, the Sudbury Basin, which is exceptionally rich in nickel, copper, and other critical minerals that are required for modern technologies such as AI and defence. The mining sector is a cornerstone of Sudbury's economy, driving both employment and economic growth, and Vale Base Metals plays a pivotal role in this regard. Our commitment to the community is as deep as our mines.

Include to Transform

At Vale Base Metals, we are committed to ensuring an inclusive work environment where people can act like owners, being their authentic selves and empowering them to deliver results. Vale Base Metals encourages everyone to express their ideas and opinions and values the plurality of individual profiles. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are critical to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or any other personal consideration that makes us different.

Vale is an equal opportunity employer seeking to increase diversity across our operations and improve equal opportunity at Vale and in the mining industry.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.

Vale uses artificial intelligence to screen, assess, and/or select applicants for this position.

Pay Grade: F4T

Minimum Starting Salary: $115,000

Apply by: November 24, 2026

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