Facilities Engineer

Strathcona Resources Ltd.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Strathcona Resources Ltd. in Calgary, Alberta is seeking an experienced Facilities Engineer to join the Lloydminster Thermal Facilities team.

The role focuses on the design, engineering, construction, commissioning, and startup of SAGD facilities and related infrastructure, working with multidisciplinary teams to safely deliver capital projects. You will ensure regulatory compliance, lead technical reviews, prepare design basis documents, and monitor HSSE requirements while coordinating with

Qualifications

• 7+ years in a Project Engineer or related role in Oil & Gas.
• Strong knowledge of Saskatchewan regulatory requirements related to SAGD and water infrastructure projects.
• Experience designing and constructing SAGD facilities and associated infrastructure, including steel and HDPE pipeline systems.
• Experience with procurement, contractor management, and construction contract execution.

Responsibilities

• Design and construction of SAGD Thermal Facilities.
• Design and construction of pipelines.
• Prepare cost estimates, forecasts and schedules.
• Prepare design basis memorandums and project execution plans.
• Review construction and safety plans and ensure HSSE compliance.
• Coordinate with engineering contractors and vendors to meet project goals.

Skills

Project management

Team coordination

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Education

P.Eng. designation

PMP certification (asset)

Job description

Headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, Strathcona Resources Ltd. is one of North America’s fastest growing pure play heavy oil producers with operations focused on thermal oil and enhanced oil recovery near the Cold Lake and Lloydminster regions of Alberta and Saskatchewan. Strathcona is committed to doing business the right way, guided by our core values: Integrity, Energy, and Intelligence. These values define who we are as a company, how we work together, and how we make decisions: We prioritize respect, accountability, and collaboration. That means everyone can shape and strengthen our culture and drive results in meaningful ways. Our people bring energy and curiosity to solve problems and deliver results. Be part of a team where performance, collaboration, and innovation come together to drive success.

We are seeking an experienced Facilities Engineer to join our Llodyminster Thermal Facilities team. Reporting to the Manager, Facilities – Lloydminster Thermal, this Calgary-based role is responsible for supporting the design, engineering, construction, commissioning, and startup of SAGD facilities and related infrastructure. The successful candidate will work closely with multidisciplinary teams and engineering contractors to safely deliver capital projects from concept through execution while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and engineering standards.

Essential Functions

• Design and construction of SAGD Thermal Facilities
• Design and construction of various types of pipelines
• Development of cost estimates, cost forecasts and schedules
• Preparation of weekly, monthly reports and various project presentations
• Facilitation of various technical meetings (technical reviews, information sharing, and planning)
• Preparation of Design Basis Memorandums, Project Execution Plans, and other technical documents
• Review construction execution and safety plans
• Monitor and enforce the corporate Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) requirements
• Review pipeline survey plans for constructability
• Participate in model reviews and HAZOPs
• Ensure compliance of engineering deliverables with project specifications and all applicable codes, standards, and industry best practices
• Ensure engineering contractors prepare all construction documents, and review for completeness and accuracy
• Facilitate and participate in shop fabrication walkdowns and pre-commissioning
• Review shop inspection and field construction reports, and liaise with the engineering contractor for timely resolution of requests for information, non-conformances, and preventative and corrective actions
• Facilitate and participate in system walkdowns and handover
• Assist in the development and execution, inclusive of monitoring and surveillance, of pre-commissioning and commissioning activities
• Provide technical support for commissioning and operations

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in a Project Engineer or related role in the Oil and Gas industry
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation required or eligible for registration; PMP certification is considered an asset
• Strong knowledge of Saskatchewan regulatory requirements related to SAGD and water infrastructure projects
• Demonstrated experience designing and constructing SAGD facilities and associated infrastructure, including steel and HDPE pipeline systems
• Experience with material procurement, contractor management, and construction contract execution
• Knowledge of brownfield facility construction and modification projects
• Proven ability to manage engineering consultants and construction contractors while delivering projects safely, on schedule, and within budget

Great things aren’t done by one person, they’re done by a team. We believe meaningful results come from people with unwavering commitment to integrity, energy, and intelligence – how we show up matters just as much as what we deliver. We value our work, our communities, and our commitments – but most of all, we value the team of people who make what we do possible.

Value-Driven, Growth-Oriented and Long-Term Focused.

Headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, Strathcona Resources Ltd. is one of North America’s fastest growing oil and gas producers. Spanning Alberta and Saskatchewan, operations are concentrated in the Cold Lake and Lloydminster areas. Each operating area is characterized by a long reserve life which will facilitate future growth and high margin current production.

At Strathcona, we pride ourselves on maintaining our high standard of safety, strong operational and environmental performance, and positive involvement in the communities where we live and work. Our people are the key to the success of Strathcona. Every employee, contractor and vendor are essential to our performance and culture.