Suncor Energy

Contact Engineer

Suncor Energy$100K — $130K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience as a Chemical/Process Engineer in heavy oil or refining
  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering
  • Registered Professional Engineer with APEGA
  • Familiarity with P&IDs and process documentation
  • Experience in risk assessment and HAZOP studies
  • Knowledge of fluid hydraulic calculations and HYSYS
  • Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

Responsibilities

  • Support projects and ensure operational targets are met
  • Conduct technical investigations and root cause analyses for process upsets
  • Facilitate risk assessments and support technical reviews
  • Perform studies and calculations for plant optimization
  • Develop monitoring tools for process and equipment performance
  • Evaluate process conditions and production losses with calculations
  • Conduct field verifications and in-field tasks as needed
  • Provide technical support for regulatory and operational procedures

Benefits

  • Strong compensation with competitive salary and bonuses
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
  • Generous paid vacation and personal time-off
  • Talent development programs for career growth
  • Relocation assistance for transition to the site
Full Job Description
We9re hiring a Contact Engineer at our Fort Hills site to support plant performance, troubleshoot process issues, and drive optimization in our operations. If you9re an Engineer with operating plant experience and strong process engineering expertise, we want to hear from you!

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE PROVIDED!

What we offer:

We recognize your contribution and offer a range of rewards and development opportunities designed to support your success. Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Suncor and the region where you work.
  • Strong compensation: we offer competitive compensation, regional-based uplifts, annual bonuses, and long-term financial rewards. We also help you save for your future by offering pension programs, and savings plans with company matching
  • Benefits: utilize an employee assistance program and comprehensive company-paid health, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family to support your mental, physical, and financial well-being
  • Generous time-off: enjoy generous paid vacation time and personal time-off to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance
  • Talent development programs: Internal mobility, succession planning, and employee training and development programs are just a few ways we9re dedicated to your development
  • Relocation assistance: We provide support with lease cancellation or home sale, temporary accommodations, rental home search, moving and storage costs, spousal assistance and more


Minimum Requirements:
  • Five years of experience as a Chemical/Process Engineer supporting an operating plant in heavy oil or refining
  • Bachelor9s degree in Chemical Engineering
  • Registered as a Professional Engineer with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA)
  • Familiar with P&ID9s, process flow diagrams, and other process related documentation
  • Experience facilitating risk assessment, and participating in hazard and operability studies (HAZOP)
  • Knowledge of fluid hydraulic calculations, HYSYS and computer-based hydraulic packages
  • Experience in Paraffinic Froth Treatment is an asset
  • Possess a valid driver9s license and a clean driving record


Don9t have all the qualifications listed? That9s ok! Apply anyway. We acknowledge the value of transferrable skills.

Responsibilities:
  • Support expense projects and process changes, monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide support to ensure that operational targets are met, required corrective actions are communicated and perform effective follow ups
  • Perform technical investigations and root cause analysis and provide technical feedback and recommendations to return the plant to normal operation after upsets
  • Facilitate risk assessments and provide technical support for risk reviews
  • Perform required studies, problem definitions, and calculations for plant optimization
  • Develop tools to improve both process and equipment monitoring and performance projection
  • Perform calculations to evaluate process conditions, production losses, emissions, spills and chemical forecasts
  • Perform walk downs, field verifications, as built mark ups, and in-field tasks as required
  • Provide technical support for tasks such as regulatory reporting, operational procedure reviews, management of change (MOC) execution, bottleneck identification and plant turnarounds
  • Handle development and maintenance of process engineering documents and tools such as; piping and instrumentation diagrams ((P&ID), specs and targets, safe operating limits, and heat and material balance
  • Collaborate and communicate with the Calgary based team, cross shift, and Fort Hills stakeholders to ensure success of the FIFO operating model


Location and Other Key Details:
  • You will work out of our camp-based Fort Hills mining site, located in Alberta9s Athabasca region, 90 kilometers9 north of Fort McMurray, Alberta
  • This is a Fly-in/Fly-out (FIFO) camp-based position; you will FIFO

    (Fly-in Fly-out) from Calgary or Edmonton, or BIBO (Bus-in-Bus-out) for Fort McMurray residents
  • The shift schedule is a 7 days on / 7 days off rotation ; 12 hour shifts
  • This position is safety sensitive


Think we are a fit? Apply now!

About Suncor Energy

Suncor pioneered commercial development of Canada's Athabasca oil sands — one of the world's largest petroleum resource basins. Since then, Suncor has grown to become a globally-competitive, Canadian-based integrated energy company with a balanced portfolio of high quality assets, a strong balance sheet and significant growth prospects.

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Join the dynamic team at Suncor Energy, a leader in energy innovation and sustainability. As a company committed to responsible development, Suncor offers unparalleled job opportunities in the energy sector, fostering a culture of leadership, diversity, and continuous growth.

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At Suncor Energy, you will engage in meaningful work that pushes the boundaries of traditional energy sources towards cleaner, sustainable alternatives. Our team at Suncor is dedicated to excellence and innovation, working together to master the challenges of energy transformation.

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Step into a role that harnesses your skills for impactful changes. Suncor Energy is not just a company; it's a community of professionals driving forward with leadership and innovative solutions. Here, your career will be future-proofed through diverse opportunities in a variety of disciplines from engineering to environmental management.

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Suncor Energy is deeply invested in the professional growth of its employees. With comprehensive training programs and robust diversity initiatives, we ensure that every team member has the resources and opportunities to flourish professionally. Our leadership is committed to nurturing talents through hands-on projects, leadership roles, and continuous learning environments.

Join Our Inclusive Team

Diversity and inclusion are at the core of our employment philosophy. At Suncor, every employee, from interns to senior professionals, brings unique perspectives that are vital for our innovative endeavors. We believe in building a workplace where everyone can thrive, supported by a culture that fosters acceptance and teamwork.

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Whether you’re starting your career or looking to take it to the next level, Suncor Energy offers a range of positions across multiple fields. Explore job opportunities and internships that align with your career aspirations and skills. Our hiring process is transparent and thorough to ensure that all candidates are given a fair chance to succeed.

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Choosing a career at Suncor means more than just employment. It’s about having access to a variety of benefits that support your professional and personal life. From health and wellness programs to competitive retirement plans, we prioritize the well-being of our team members.

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