Position SummaryThe Project Engineer is responsible for leading capital projects from concept through commissioning and close-out. Working closely with Operations, Maintenance, contractors, and consultants, the role ensures projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
Key ResponsibilitiesProject Management- Lead multiple capital projects through all phases, including scope development, engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, startup, and close-out.
- Develop project scopes, cost estimates, schedules, budgets, and business cases.
- Monitor project scope, schedule, budget, and risks, and implement corrective actions as required.
- Support annual capital planning and budget development.
- Provide regular project status updates to management and stakeholders.
Engineering & Technical Leadership- Lead multidisciplinary project teams, including Operations, Maintenance, contractors, consultants, and suppliers.
- Develop, prepare, and maintain engineering documentation, including PFDs, P&IDs, equipment specifications, construction work packages, and technical reports.
- Coordinate and review engineering deliverables prepared by consultants and contractors.
- Provide technical leadership for plant modifications, reliability improvements, and process optimization initiatives.
- Identify and resolve technical issues during project execution.
Safety & Compliance- Promote and lead safe project execution in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.
- Lead or participate in MOCs, HAZOPs, PSSRs, and other process safety activities.
- Ensure compliance with applicable environmental, safety, engineering, and site standards.
Construction & Commissioning- Manage contractors and oversee construction activities within an operating facility.
- Coordinate installation, commissioning, startup, and project handover activities.
- Monitor contractor performance, quality, safety, and schedule compliance.
- Ensure successful transfer of completed projects to Operations and Maintenance.
QualificationsRequired- Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or a related Engineering discipline.
- Minimum 5 years of project engineering experience in a chemical, petrochemical, manufacturing, refinery, or other industrial environment.
- Demonstrated experience delivering capital projects from concept through commissioning and startup, including industrial process equipment, piping systems, utilities, and plant infrastructure.
- Strong understanding of Process Safety Management (PSM), including MOC, HAZOP, and PSSR processes.
- Strong project management, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred- P.Eng. designation in Ontario or eligibility for registration.
- PMP certification or equivalent project management training.
- Experience with SAP, AutoCAD, and project management software.
- Experience in chemical, petrochemical, or other continuous process manufacturing environments.
