Process Engineer

This position reports to the Lead Engineer, Process Engineering & Process Safety within the Technical Services group. The Process Engineer is responsible for supporting operations and projects with process engineering support for feasibility studies, troubleshooting process operational issues, sustaining capital projects and major projects. Additional activities include supporting Management of Change (MOCs) as required, and interaction with external and internal customers at various levels and leading/participating in Process Hazard Analysis activities such as HAZOPs.

This position is based in Calgary and may require occasional travel to field sites.

KEY RESPONSIBLITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES

Responsibility Area #1 – Operations

Provide technical support to operations by troubleshooting performance issues and presenting recommendations.

Identify, evaluate, and select innovative and optimal technologies and solutions to meet customer needs.

Support Management of Change (MOC), debottlenecking, and optimization initiatives through technical evaluations, modeling and oversight.

Develop and maintain accurate process models for operating assets and assist in development of performance metrics and process engineering KPIs.

Responsibility Area #2 – Projects

Identify, evaluate, and select innovative and optimal technologies and solutions to meet customer needs for both green- and brown-field projects.

Interface with project managers/engineers and internal and external parties to provide process engineering oversight to ensure specifications and standards are met.

Support business development as the process engineering SME.

Provide guidance to meet ATCO internal specifications and standards as it relates to process engineering.

Provide guidance on process equipment sizing.

Responsibility Area #3 – Regulatory and Compliance

Ensure compliance with regulations and codes specifically related, but not limited to, overpressure protection, flare and vent systems, as well as atmospheric tank emissions.

Monitor and evaluate process system operations and recommend remediation plans as necessary.

Prepare technical deliverables for internal and external stakeholders as required.

Responsibility Area #4 – Leadership

Provide technical leadership and mentoring to other teams with respect to process engineering.

Ensure alignment with business plan by implementing cost management strategies when providing input to Operations and Sustaining Capital projects.

Provide recommendations to management for process improvement.

Support audits, both internal and external, across ATCO EnPower’s Assets.

Responsibility Area #5 – Health and Safety (H&S)

Ensure safety and environmental considerations are incorporated in day-to-day activities and early-stage development projects.

Work with H&S to ensure that ATCO standards and OH&S requirements are met.

Contribute actively to safety meetings.

Participate in corporate Emergency Response Planning exercises.

Promote an inclusive and safe work culture with internal and external project participants.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering is required

Professional Engineer (P.Eng) designation or eligibility for registration with APEGA

5-10 years’ experience with knowledge of operations in natural gas processing, natural gas storage, and natural gas liquids storage

Knowledge of hydrogen applications such as generation, storage, electrolysis and refueling stations are considered an asset

Proficiency in the use of software such as HYSYS is required

Proficiency in dynamic process modelling is considered an asset

Ability to perform duties & responsibilities independently, with engagement, and initiative

Ability to work effectively in a team environment with strong cross-functional relationships

Demonstrated ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and influence stakeholders

Strong computer, analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent organizational skills

Highest level of integrity and ethics

High level of energy and enthusiasm

Ability to prioritize conflicting demands and meet deadlines

Comprehensive understanding of how safety and regulatory requirements influence facility development