Process Engineer – Biofuels and Energy Transition

bba; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Chemical Engineer, where you will leverage your expertise in the Oil, Gas, and Biofuels sectors. This role offers the chance to engage in exciting projects, develop process designs, and strengthen client relationships. With a commitment to innovation and a collaborative work environment, you will be part of a team that values your contributions and supports your professional growth. Enjoy a competitive salary and numerous benefits as you help shape the future of energy and environmental solutions.

Benefits

Annual Base Salary between $85,000 to $150,000

Long-term hiring opportunities

Growth opportunities

Participation in innovation projects

Collaborative team environment

Custom training and development plans

Access to leadership program

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in Oil, Gas, and Biofuels industry.
• Registered engineer with strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement projects in Oil, Gas, and Biofuels sectors.
• Supervise engineering teams and produce technical reports.
• Prepare process flow diagrams and participate in risk studies.

Skills

Fluid Mechanics

Heat Transfer

Thermodynamics

Statistical Analysis

Project Management

Client Relationship Management

Process Simulation Software (Aspen Plus, Aspen HYSYS)

Hydraulic Calculations Software (Fathom, PIPE-FLO)

Technical Report Writing

Bilingual Communication (English and French)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

Aspen HYSYS

Fathom

PIPE-FLO

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Working for BBA means being part of a team of talented people who have the passion to succeed and the drive to excel in order to provide first-class service to clients.

Recognized for its extensive field experience and cutting-edge expertise, BBA has been delivering a comprehensive range of consulting engineering services for 40 years, from studies and design to commissioning and operational support. Our firm is supported by a network of offices across Canada to carry out mandates at the local, national and international levels.

BBA provides a stimulating and friendly working atmosphere. We focus on building teams with complementary talents and provide employees with a work environment conducive to developing their skills.

BBA is a Canada's Best Employer recipient from Kincentric and is part of the prestigious Platinum Club of the Best Managed Companies, which unites companies that have held onto their title for over six consecutive years. For BBA, making the list speaks to the rigour of our practices and our unique approach to employee and client relations.

To find out more about BBA, follow us on LinkedIn and connect with our talent acquisition specialists.

Type of position: Regular

Your future role on our team

BBA is currently seeking a chemical engineer to join a team that offers high-quality expertise and consulting services. As an engineer, you will be required to implement projects in the Oil, Gas and Biofuels sector as well as build and strengthen client relationships.

With us, you’ll get the opportunity to...

• Develop process design basics and criteria
• Apply established calculation and design methods
• Produce mass and energy balances using simulation software
• Design and determine specifications for process equipment
• Supervise a team of engineers, where required
• Help with project cost estimates
• Perform equipment commissioning and performance testing
• Perform inspections or technical surveys
• Prepare process flow diagrams (PFD) and piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs)
• Prepare technical reports
• Participate in risk studies (HAZID, HAZOP, LOPA, What-if)
• Participate in technical and economic feasibility studies
• Review and verify process engineering deliverables produced by other team members
• Prepare proposals and client presentations
• Participate in developing and growing the capabilities of the process team and the firm

Do your qualities and values match our corporate culture?

• Entrepreneurial spirit
  
• Results-driven
• Thirst to learn and excel
  
• Inspirational leadership
• Desire to be in the thick of the action
• Rigour and ethical
  

Overview of certifications and job requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering
• From 5 to 10 years of relevant experience in the Oil, Gas and Biofuels industry
• Registered engineer from a Canadian engineering association
• Solid statistical and analytical knowledge
• Excellent knowledge of fluid mechanics, heat transfer and thermodynamics
• Interest in the environment and energy transition
• Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite
• Proficient with Aspen Plus and Aspen HYSYS process simulation software
• Proficient with Fathom and PIPE-FLO simulation software for hydraulic calculations
• Excellent written and spoken communication (English and French)
• Asset: experience in consulting and established clientele
• Asset: experience with methanation, LNG, pyrolysis, gasification and other processes involving hydrocarbons, biofuels and bioplastics

At BBA, you get many benefits

• Annual base salary, based on 37.5 hours weekly, between $85 000 to $150 000
• Long-term hiring (not just project-based)
  
• Interesting growth opportunities to match your ambitions
• Participation in innovation projects
  
• A collaborative team that shares its ideas and knowledge
  
• Custom training and development plans
  
• Access to a leadership program

BBA considers many factors to determine the annual base salary such as, but no limited to:
Market, education, relevant and demonstrated work experience, technical assessment, qualifications, certifications, and other relevant competencies.

BBA is committed to promoting diversity and employment equity. We thank you for your interest in our firm. Please note that only those candidates selected will be contacted.