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Civil Engineer
- Oxford, NS, Canada
Full-time
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- Full-time
- Closing date
- Experience
- Minimum of 5 years of civil or structural engineering experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
- Posting language
- English
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4881 Main Street, Oxford, NS, B0M 1P0
Located in Oxford, NS
Application Deadline: October 28, 2026
Oxford Frozen Foods Ltd, a member of the Bragg Group of Companies, is a family-owned international business that has over 1,200 employees, eight manufacturing facilities and two large farming operations within Atlantic Canada and the United States. Oxford Frozen Foods is the world's largest provider of Wild Blueberries, one of North America's largest producers of premium frozen carrots and one of Canada's premier manufacturers of onion rings and battered appetizers.
Benefits Of Being An Oxford Frozen Foods Employee
We are seeking an experienced and solutions-driven Civil Engineer to oversee the structural integrity, facility expansion, and site infrastructure of our food processing operations. In this critical role, you will bridge the gap between heavy civil infrastructure and strict food safety standards. You will manage capital construction projects, oversee wastewater treatment systems, and ensure our facilities are engineered to support cutting-edge processing equipment while maintaining compliance with environmental and hygienic design regulations.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate demonstrates a strong commitment to safety, maintains organized and clean work areas, and effectively manages time in a fast-paced environment. They possess solid organizational skills, a strong sense of urgency, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Oxford Frozen Foods is committed to providing a safe, respectful, inclusive workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and workplace violence and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.
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Located in Oxford, NS
Application Deadline: October 28, 2026
Oxford Frozen Foods Ltd, a member of the Bragg Group of Companies, is a family-owned international business that has over 1,200 employees, eight manufacturing facilities and two large farming operations within Atlantic Canada and the United States. Oxford Frozen Foods is the world's largest provider of Wild Blueberries, one of North America's largest producers of premium frozen carrots and one of Canada's premier manufacturers of onion rings and battered appetizers.
Benefits Of Being An Oxford Frozen Foods Employee
- Comprehensive benefit package including a matching contribution pension plan.
- Employee Housing Loan program provides a forgivable loan up to $40,000.
- Vacation PLUS we offer a vacation purchase plan allowing for additional time off.
- Employee Discount Program offering discounts at various businesses and industries.
We are seeking an experienced and solutions-driven Civil Engineer to oversee the structural integrity, facility expansion, and site infrastructure of our food processing operations. In this critical role, you will bridge the gap between heavy civil infrastructure and strict food safety standards. You will manage capital construction projects, oversee wastewater treatment systems, and ensure our facilities are engineered to support cutting-edge processing equipment while maintaining compliance with environmental and hygienic design regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead civil and structural design efforts for plant expansions, retrofits, and new facility construction, managing projects from conceptual design through commissioning.
- Design and oversee the installation of critical plant infrastructure, including sanitary flooring, drainage systems, utility piping, and structural supports for heavy processing equipment and silos.
- Manage and upgrade site wastewater treatment facilities, ensuring optimal capacity and strict compliance with local, provincial/state, and federal environmental regulations.
- Prepare bid documents, select contractors, and oversee on-site construction to ensure work is completed safely, on time, within budget, and without disrupting ongoing plant production.
- Work closely with Process Engineers, Quality Assurance, and Maintenance teams to ensure all structural and civil modifications align with Lean manufacturing principles and food safety standards (GMP, HACCP, SQF).
- Conduct regular structural assessments of the plant, roof systems, and site grounds (paving, storm water management) to identify and address maintenance needs proactively.
- On-site in a manufacturing environment with exposure to plant operations.
- Exposure to external climate conditions.
- Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline.
- Professional Engineer (P.Eng. / PE) designation is highly preferred (or eligible for registration).
- Minimum of 5 years of civil or structural engineering experience in an industrial manufacturing environment. Direct experience in the food and beverage processing industry is highly desirable.
- Strong understanding of industrial wastewater management, hygienic facility design, structural load analysis, and construction management.
- Knowledge of building codes, environmental regulations, and food safety standards (CFIA, FDA, HACCP) as they pertain to facility design.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Revit, or similar drafting and design software.
- Criminal Record Checks are required for successful applicants.
- Valid Driver’s License is required.
The successful candidate demonstrates a strong commitment to safety, maintains organized and clean work areas, and effectively manages time in a fast-paced environment. They possess solid organizational skills, a strong sense of urgency, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Oxford Frozen Foods is committed to providing a safe, respectful, inclusive workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and workplace violence and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.
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Responsibilities
Lead civil and structural design and construction for facility expansions, retrofits, and new builds, including plant infrastructure and wastewater treatment systems. Manage contractors and project delivery, assess facility and site conditions, and coordinate with engineering, quality, and maintenance teams to meet safety, environmental, production, and food safety requirements.
Requirements
A bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related discipline is required, and a professional engineering designation is highly preferred or the candidate must be eligible for registration. Candidates need at least five years of civil or structural engineering experience in industrial manufacturing, with strong knowledge of wastewater management, hygienic facility design, structural analysis, construction management, relevant regulations, and design software.
Skills
- Civil Engineering
- Structural Engineering
- Capital Project Management
- Facility Expansion
- Wastewater Treatment
- Industrial Wastewater Management
- Hygienic Facility Design
- Structural Load Analysis
- Construction Management
- Environmental Compliance
- Food Safety Standards
- AutoCAD
- Civil 3D
- Revit
- Contractor Selection
- Stormwater Management
Benefits
- Matching Contribution Pension Plan
- Employee Housing Loan Program
- Vacation Purchase Plan
- Employee Discount Program
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Engineering
- Manufacturing
- Construction
- Environmental & Sustainability
- Food & Beverage
Keywords
- Civil Engineering
- Structural Engineering
- Plant Expansion
- Facility Retrofits
- Capital Construction Projects
- Wastewater Treatment
- Sanitary Flooring
- Drainage Systems
- Utility Piping
- Structural Supports
- Heavy Processing Equipment
- Silos
- Environmental Regulations
- Construction Management
- Contractor Selection
- Commissioning
- Lean Manufacturing
- GMP
- HACCP
- SQF
- CFIA
- FDA
- Building Codes
- Structural Load Analysis
- Stormwater Management
- AutoCAD
- Civil 3D
- Revit
- Food Processing