SAGD / Heavy Oil - Aboveground Pipelines and Well Pads Process EngineerDepartment: Process Engineering
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Calgary, AB, Canada
DescriptionWe are seeking a Process Engineer for our SAGD/ Heavy Oil Aboveground Pipeline and Well Pads group. We are looking for this individual to provide technical leadership and oversight on complex SAGD / Heavy oil developments. This role is ideal for an experienced process engineer who enjoys leading teams, solving challenging engineering problems, and shaping high-quality designs.
Key ResponsibilitiesWhat You'll DoAs the SAGD / Heavy Oil Aboveground Pipeline and Well Pads Process Engineer, you will play a critical role in delivering safe, efficient, and compliant heavy oil infrastructure.
Technical Leadership- Support and lead process engineering activities across all phases: feasibility and process studies, conceptual design, DBMs, FEED, and detailed engineering
- Develop, validate, and review process simulations and models for aboveground pipeline systems and well pads.
- Author, review, and stamp key process deliverables including H&MBs, PFDs, P&IDs, line lists, shutdown keys, control narratives, calculations and engineering reports.
Team Leadership & Collaboration- Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and leadership to intermediate, junior, and global workshare process engineers.
- Manage discipline budgets, schedules, and risk in alignment with project and client expectations.
- Collaborate closely with PMPEs, discipline leads, vendors, and clients to resolve complex engineering challenges.
Safety, Quality & Compliance- Lead and participate in P&ID reviews and PHA/HAZOPs to ensure safe and operable designs.
- Ensure compliance with API, ASME, ISO, and applicable Canadian codes and standards.
Project Execution & Operational Support- Perform and review line hydraulics, transient analysis, and pipeline calculations.
- Validate line sizing, PSV sizing, and provide input to equipment and instrumentation datasheets.
- Support commissioning, start-up, troubleshooting, and operational optimization activities.
Skills, Knowledge and ExpertiseAbout YouYou are a process engineer who thrives in a technical leadership role and enjoys working across multidisciplinary teams. You bring:
- Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation with APEGA.
- Chemical Engineering degree from an accredited institution.
- 10+ years of industry experience in SAGD / Heavy Oil process engineering specific to aboveground pipeline systems and well pads.
- Proficiency with HYSYS and related software such as PipeFlo, PipeSim, PipeSys, DNV Synergi, and UniSim. Knowledge of Olga software is considered an asset.
- Strong understanding of process safety, risk management, and regulatory requirements.
- Proven experience leading process engineering teams and delivering complex projects.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- A client-focused, solutions-oriented mindset.
Preferred:- EPCM project experience.
- Additional P.Eng. registration with EGBC.
Ready to Apply?If you're passionate about technical excellence, enjoy leading teams, and are looking for a place where you can grow your career while shaping innovative energy projects, we'd love to hear from you.
