Control Systems Engineer

Suncor; Sarnia; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the energy sector, Suncor is seeking a Control Systems Engineer for its Sarnia refinery. This role focuses on enhancing Advanced Process Control applications to boost refinery performance and ensure safe operations. The ideal candidate will have a chemical engineering degree and relevant experience, contributing to root-cause problem solving and cross-functional teamwork.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in Advanced Process Control (APC).
• Registered or eligible for registration with the Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO).

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, maintain, and enhance Advanced Process Control applications.
• Provide timely technical support to ensure safe, reliable unit operation.
• Collaborate to solve problems and improve process efficiency.

Skills

Problem Solving

Technical Support

Collaboration

Process Control

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering with a Process Control specialization

Job description

Joining Suncor means you will work for one of the best companies in Canada, providing tremendous future potential where talented people thrive and lead. As our business evolves, so do our employment opportunities. Our work culture includes a dynamic mix of professionals, with a diversity of skills and expertise.

Are you ready to join the Automation Engineering team at our Sarnia refinery? We’re hiring a Control Systems Engineer who is accountable for developing, implementing, maintaining, and enhancing Advanced Process Control (APC) applications to improve refinery gross margin while supporting, or enhancing, safe, reliable unit operation.

Minimum Requirements:

• 5-7 years of work experience in Advanced Process Control (APC) involving control technologies
• A bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering with a Process Control specialization
• Registered or immediately eligible for registration with the Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO) or equivalent
• Able to identify complex problems and review related information to develop, evaluate, and implement solutions

Key Accountabilities:

• Provide timely technical support to the Operations Manager through the cross-functional team by working with the Production Engineer, Reliability Specialist, and Operations personnel to resolve issues affecting safe, reliable unit operation in their assigned area.
• Participate in or lead HAZOPs, PHAs, and KT sessions within their assigned zone or as requested.
• Collaborate with other disciplines (Process Systems, DCS Specialists, Process & Project design, lab, environmental, and maintenance) to solve problems and improve process and offsite units, including Alarm Management.
• Work closely with other Automation Engineers to ensure consistency of APC implementation across the refinery.
• Steward APC performance (uptime & quality of control performance) within their assigned zone.
• Support APC improvement initiatives across the complex within their zone.
• Provide front-line support for Real-Time Optimization.

Location & Other Details:

• Work out of our Sarnia refinery in Ontario, located at 1900 St. Clair Parkway.
• Engineering roles follow internal compensation guidelines; pay bands are generally based on years of experience and scope of work.

Why Suncor?

Suncor's operations include oil sands development, production and upgrading; offshore oil and gas; petroleum refining in Canada and the U.S.; and Petro-Canada retail and wholesale distribution networks, including Canada's Electric Highway, a coast-to-coast network of fast-charging electric vehicle stations.

With a strong growth strategy and a long-standing approach to sustainability, operational excellence, capital discipline, and innovation, Suncor offers a solid foundation for your career. We provide opportunities to learn, contribute, and grow in various positions, offering tremendous potential for your future. We are committed to inclusion and diversity, fostering a respectful workplace through employee networks and initiatives like the Journey of Reconciliation, to build trust and mutual respect with Indigenous Peoples in Canada.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. Accessibility accommodations are available upon request.