Operations Engineer

Keyera

$135K — $165K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemical or Petroleum Engineering (preferred) and Registered Professional Engineer (PEO).
  • 10+ years of facility/operations/project experience in the oil and gas industry.
  • Proficient in Aspen HYSYS modeling, mass & energy balancing, thermodynamics, and transport phenomena.
  • Adept in PSV sizing calculations and control valve design.
  • Knowledgeable in project management processes and industry codes.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and recommend project scopes for performance improvements in reliability, safety, and efficiency.
  • Provide engineering support to maximize benefits from process changes without compromising safety.
  • Troubleshoot process and operational issues, providing innovative and cost-effective solutions.
  • Lead and manage process improvement initiatives, including regulatory management and energy conservation projects.
  • Assist in plant piping and equipment projects, ensuring compliance with applicable codes and specifications.
  • Collaborate with project managers on large expansion projects from design to start-up activities.
  • Perform economic analyses of projects, recognizing key business drivers for value creation.

Benefits

  • Permanent position at Keyera's Sarnia Processing Facility.
  • Travel opportunities to various facilities and terminals within the Great Lakes District.
  • Potential for professional growth and development through diverse project involvement.
  • Safety-focused work environment with a commitment to regulatory compliance.
  • Inclusive hiring process with decisions made by people, not AI.
Full Job Description
Job Type:
Permanent

THE POSITION

As an Operations Engineer you will be responsible for: Providing Operations and Maintenance technical support, delivering maintenance projects, and optimization/troubleshooting activities at the Sarnia Fractionation Facility along with other facilities and terminals in Great Lakes District such as Windsor Storage Terminal, St. Clair Terminal, Rapid River Fractionation Plant, Superior Fractionation Facility and Cordova Terminal.

Your expertise will ensure the smooth operation of our infrastructure, which is vital for the transportation, processing and storage of natural gas liquids (NGLs). We are looking for candidates who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are confident in their ability to work on multiple initiatives and projects simultaneously.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Develop and recommend project scopes to improve performance in terms of reliability, safety, environmental performance, efficiency, and net revenue;
  • Provide Engineering support to ensure that maximum benefit is obtained from process or operational changes without negatively impacting the safety or operability of production facilities.
  • Provide technical support to troubleshoot process and operations related issues and optimize operations at the Sarnia Fractionation Facility along with other facilities and terminals in Great Lakes District such as Windsor Storage Terminal, St. Clair Terminal, Rapid River Fractionation Plant, Superior Fractionation Facility and Cordova Terminal. Provide innovative, cost-effective solutions to these issues.
  • Lead or assist projects related to process efficiency, process troubleshooting, assist day-to-day facility operations and provide technical guidance, Lead and manage process improvement initiatives including (but not limited to) SSOP updates, PSV regulatory management, energy management and energy conservation etc.
  • Assist projects related to plant piping, rotating equipment, storage, pipelines, and rail/truck loading (Review of applicable piping codes - ASME B31.3 / CSA Z662 and PMC piping specifications, development of construction drawings, QA/QC requirements, as-built drawing updates). Provide project management services (procurement, contractor evaluations, pre-job meetings) and authenticate IFC documents (e.g., P&IDs, PFDs, Piping Isometrics) as required to successfully complete these projects.
  • Assist large expansion projects by collaborating with Calgary project managers, EPC contract engineers, and other Engineering team members related to project design, construction, and start-up activities.
  • Ensure compliance to standards and regulatory requirements applicable to project activities (manage license to operate, facility upgrade, and HSE projects ensuring that engineering meets regulatory requirements, engineering specifications, and environmental and safety risk management).
  • Perform simple and more detailed economic analysis of projects. Recognize the key business drivers which generate value (low operating costs, flexibility, importance of reacting to outside business influences).
  • Lead and participate in Process Safety related evaluations/analysis (HAZOP, LOPA, MOC checklists, etc.) of facility assets and new projects.
  • Perform detailed facility and equipment performance tests including analysis of results; and participate in incident investigations, process and equipment failure analysis, emergency response drills and actual events as required.


QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemical or Petroleum Engineering is preferred and Registered Professional Engineer (PEO).
  • Proficient in Aspen HYSYS modeling, Mass & Energy Balancing, Thermodynamics and Transport phenomena etc.
  • Adept in PSV sizing calculations, control valve design and sizing, regulator sizing calculations etc.
  • Minimum 10 years facility/operations/project experience in a similar role within the oil and gas industry.
  • Working knowledge of industry codes and regulatory requirements.
  • Knowledgeable in project management processes.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Safety certifications relevant to the industry are an asset.


WORKING CONDITIONS

  • This position will be based at the Keyera Sarnia Fractionation Facility but may require travel to other field office locations as needed (Windsor Terminal, St. Clair Terminal, Rapid River Fractionation Plant, Superior Fractionation Facility, Cordova Terminal) using a company vehicle.
  • Candidate should have ability to travel to United States of America without restrictions.


This posting is for an existing permanent vacancy at Keyera's Sarnia Processing Facility.

Salary: $ 135,000 - 165,000 depending on qualifications.

At Keyera, hiring decisions are made by people. Artificial intelligence is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position.

Posting Expiry Date:
Jul 9, 2026

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