Mechanical Engineer

Oil Authority; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Pension plans

Health benefits for family

Vacation & PTO

Relocation assistance

Career development

Job summary

Suncor is seeking an intermediate to experienced Mechanical Engineer to join our Fort McMurray Base Plant. In this hands-on role you will restore equipment, troubleshoot field failures, and deliver timely work scopes to support safe, reliable operations.

As a registered Professional Engineer with APEGA and with at least four years of relevant experience, you will collaborate with maintenance and operations in an industrial setting, contribute to integrity assessments, and lead minor plant

Qualifications

• 4 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.
• Must be a registered Professional Engineer with APEGA.
• Field experience supporting Maintenance and Operations in an industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide front‑line support by troubleshooting equipment issues and preparing cost‑effective repair scopes for onsite and offsite maintenance within the Production Unit.
• Use risk reviews, HAZOPs, management of change processes, and other safety checks to improve equipment safety and reliability performance.
• Support major events and turnarounds with technical oversight, plan reviews, repair scopes, scope deviation guidance, and prompt responses to information requests.
• Investigate failures, perform root‑cause analysis, and lead minor plant and equipment modifications.
• Develop technical evaluations for major equipment changes and projects using management of change and risk assessment.
• Complete fitness‑for‑service assessments and recommend repair, replacement, or return to service.

Skills

Field experience

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineer (APEGA)

Job description

At Suncor, we produce and provide energy.

When you join Suncor, you become part of a company that has built a solid foundation for both business and employee success. We are a place where talented people thrive. As part of our team, you play a vital role in delivering energy we all rely on, and you'll make a meaningful impact in the communities where we live and work.

Overview

Our Baseplant Engineering team has an exciting opportunity if you are an intermediate - experienced Mechanical Engineer! In this hands‑on role, you’ll restore equipment, troubleshoot field failures, deliver timely work scopes, and support safe, reliable operations through integrity assessments and practical recommendations

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE PROVIDED!

What we offer

We recognize your contribution and offer a range of rewards and development opportunities designed to support your success. Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Suncor and the region where you work.

• Strong compensation: we offer competitive compensation, regional‑based uplifts, annual bonuses, and long‑term financial rewards. We also help you save for your future by offering pension programs, and savings plans with company matching
• Benefits: utilize an employee assistance program and comprehensive company‑paid health, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family to support your mental, physical, and financial well‑being
• Generous time‑off: enjoy generous paid vacation time and personal time‑off to recharge and maintain a healthy work‑life balance
• Talent development programs: Internal mobility, succession planning, and employee training and development programs are just a few ways we’re dedicated to your development
• Relocation assistance: We provide support with lease cancellation or home sale, temporary accommodations, rental home search, moving and storage costs, spousal assistance and more

Minimum Requirements

• 4 years of relevant engineering experience
• A bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
• Must be a registered Profession Engineer with APEGA
• Field experience supporting Maintenance and Operations in an industrial environment
• Technical strength and strong collaboration with client groups
• Alberta Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Provide front‑line support by troubleshooting equipment issues and preparing cost‑effective repair scopes for onsite and offsite maintenance within the Production Unit
• Use risk reviews, HAZOPs, management of change processes, and other safety checks to improve equipment safety and reliability performance
• Support major events and turnarounds with technical oversight, plan reviews, repair scopes, scope deviation guidance, and prompt responses to information requests
• Investigate failures, perform root‑cause analysis, and lead minor plant and equipment modifications
• Develop technical evaluations for major equipment changes and projects using management of change and risk assessment
• Complete fitness‑for‑service assessments and recommend repair, replacement, or return to service

Location and other Key details

• You will work out of our Suncor Base Plant located in Fort McMurray, AB
• Your shift will be Monday to Friday
• This position is safety sensitive
• To learn more about living and working in Fort McMurray, click here

Suncor is committed to providing equal opportunities for employment and building an inclusive, results‑oriented and high‑performance culture where all members of our team feel safe, valued and respected.