Facilities Engineer

Airswift; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Oil and Gas company is seeking a Facilities Engineer for a 1-year contract in Fort McMurray, AB. The role involves managing engineering support needs, project completion, and compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have an engineering degree and relevant experience in operational facilities.

Qualifications

• Preferred Engineering Degree in Mechanical, Civil, Materials, or Metallurgical Engineering.
• Registration or eligibility for registration as a Professional Engineer in Alberta.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with the Business Unit Team to identify engineering support needs.
• Manage schedules and budgets for sustaining capital projects.
• Ensure project completion aligns with the Project Execution Manual.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Analytical

Problem Solving

Education

Engineering Degree

Project Management Certification

Job description

Facilities Engineer - Oil & Gas (Fort McMurray, AB)

Our client, a major Oil and Gas company, is seeking a Facilities Engineer for a 1-year contract in Fort McMurray, AB. Fly-in/fly-out options available from Calgary/Edmonton.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities:

• Communicate regularly with the Business Unit Team to identify engineering support needs.
• Understand project statuses; collaborate with the Small Projects Coordinator to prioritize Engineering Work Orders (WOs).
• Ensure project completion aligns with the Project Execution Manual.
• Assist in project scoping with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering for clear scope justifications.
• Obtain approvals for Authorization for Expenditures (AFE).
• Coordinate with engineers, designers, and third-party firms to create error-free Construction Work Packages (CWPs).
• Review engineering deliverables with Maintenance and Construction to ensure practicality and constructibility.
• Complete risk assessments and change management for each project.
• Manage schedules and budgets for sustaining capital projects.
• Support procurement and construction phases of sustaining capital projects.
• Develop budgets, forecasts, and long-term plans for projects.
• Ensure proper project closure upon completion.

Health, Safety & Environment:

• Comply with all company health and safety standards.
• Adhere to Alberta's Occupational Health and Safety Act and environmental regulations.
• Follow safe work procedures and ensure PPE usage.
• Report injuries, illnesses, unsafe acts, and conditions immediately.

Qualifications:

Education & Certifications:

• Preferred Engineering Degree, ideally in Mechanical, Civil, Materials, or Metallurgical Engineering.
• Technologist Degree with piping design experience will be considered.
• Registration or eligibility for registration as a Professional Engineer in Alberta (APEGA).
• Project Management Certification (PMI or equivalent) is an asset.

Experience:

• At least 4 years of relevant experience; 5-10 years in operational oil and gas facilities with PE designation preferred.
• Experience working directly with Operations and Maintenance personnel.
• Experience managing small to mid-sized capital projects is an asset.
• Familiarity with WCB and Alberta OH&S regulations.

Competencies:

• Strong communication, documentation, leadership, and work ethic.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to facilitate issue resolution within multidisciplinary teams.
• Self-motivated and dependable, with timely delivery.
• Experience with facilities process safety reviews (MOC, PHA, HAZOP, etc.).