Process Control Engineer

Parkland Refining BC Ltd.; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading oil and gas company located in Metro Vancouver is seeking a skilled professional to develop and maintain control applications in a refinery. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering and possess knowledge of multi-variable control technologies. Key responsibilities include providing process control support, troubleshooting DMC controllers, and improving operational reliability. This role offers a competitive salary between $100,000 - $150,000 and performance-based incentives.

Benefits

Performance-based annual incentive plan

Employee share purchase plan

Flexible group benefit plan

In-house learning and development opportunities

Discount programs and educational scholarships

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in an oil and gas industrial plant environment preferred.
• Demonstrates strong analytical and critical thinking with focus on safety.
• Knowledge of multi-variable control technology and refinery processes required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain advanced control applications using DMC3 software.
• Provide daily process control support to console operators.
• Troubleshoot and optimize DMC controllers and regulatory control applications.

Skills

Knowledge of multi-variable control technology

Strong interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering

Tools

Bailey DCS

Job description

Overview

As of November 1, 2025, Sunoco LP has successfully completed its acquisition of Parkland Corporation. For more information, please visit www.sunocolp.com.

Benefits. Meaningful Extras. Unmatched Value.

Starting Salary

$100,000 - $150,000/annum

The Opportunity

The primary focus of this position is to develop and maintain advanced control applications using DMC3 software on refinery units to improve reliability and profitability. Work will also include: day to day technical, operating, troubleshooting and optimization advice on DMC and regulatory control applications; implementation of various control projects as required by operational or maintenance; alarm management (include facilitate/participate in Alarm Objective Analysis); involvement in DCS reliability; provide process control related operator training.

Responsibilities

• Working inside and outside in a complex hydrocarbon refining environment.
• Implement and maintain multivariable process control applications (DMC) on refinery units to meet short-term and long-term refinery operating plans.
• Provide daily process control support to console operators.
• Troubleshoot and optimize DMC controllers and regulatory control applications; implement various control projects as per operations and maintenance requests.
• Identify and capture opportunities for improving the safety, reliability, operability and profitability of the operating area through process control improvements.
• Facilitate/participate in Alarm Objective Analysis; lead alarm management effort; perform worst actors reduction.
• Train refinery personnel on the effective use of process control applications and systems.

Requirements

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering; Process Control specialization preferred.
• Knowledge of multi-variable control technology and refinery processes is required.
• Strong team-player with excellent interpersonal skills.
• An effective problem solver with a proven ability to manage and execute multiple tasks/projects simultaneously in a dynamic plant environment.
• Demonstrates strong analytical and critical thinking skills with focus on safety and risk management.
• 1 - 10 year experience in an oil and gas industrial plant environment is preferred. We will consider all levels of experience.
• Knowledge of/Exposure to Bailey DCS is preferred.

We Offer

• Our Performance-based Annual Incentive Plan, an annual bonus awarding your performance.
• A share in our success through the Employee Share Purchase Plan and 100% company matching.
• A flexible group benefit plan that offers health and dental coverage choices to meet the needs of each unique employee. Inclusive of life and disability insurances, Health Care and Lifestyle Spending options, and a supportive Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Participation in Parkland Pledge, an employee-driven charitable giving program.
• An employee referral program – earn up to $750 for your referral.
• In-house learning and development opportunities, leadership training, international opportunities.
• Discount Programs and Educational Scholarship Programs for family members.
• A safety focused work environment and ongoing safety training.

Belonging and Culture

Humble. Hungry. Smart. Does this sound like you? Do others describe you as being a down-to-earth achiever who thinks outside the box and strives to do more than what is required?

We Want You To Shine

We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants. If you require accommodation due to a disability, you will have an opportunity to notify us when scheduling your interview.

Belonging Matters

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Our ability to work as one team across Canada, the United States and the Caribbean is foundational to our success. We show up as our authentic selves each day and create space for one another’s unique contributions. We respect the diverse cultures, traditions and perspectives of Indigenous Peoples and seek to achieve equitable partnerships and opportunities with Indigenous communities.

The Fine Print

Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the country in which they applied. Regrettably, we are unable to sponsor employment visas at this time.

Please note that final candidates for this position will be required to undergo a confidential pre-employment background check, including but not limited to educational, criminal, credit, drug and alcohol, and/or fitness for duty testing.