Process Engineer – Froth Treatment / Refining

Acero Engineering; Calgary; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing engineering firm in Calgary is seeking a Senior Process Engineer specialized in froth treatment and refining to join their team. The ideal candidate will have at least ten years of experience in the heavy oil or refinery sector and must possess a Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Process Engineering. Responsibilities include performing simulations, writing reports, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Strong problem-solving and communication skills are essential. This is an opportunity to work on challenging projects in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum ten (10) years of directly related heavy oil or refinery experience.
• Registered as a professional engineer in Alberta (APEGA) is required.
• Experience with High Temp Froth or Downstream oil & gas is essential.

Responsibilities

• Work with froth treatment units and diluent blending.
• Perform process simulations using specialized software.
• Writing process datasheets for equipment and instrumentation.

Skills

Expert in equipment sizing

Strong written and verbal communication

Solid process fundamentals understanding

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Process Engineering

Tools

Aspen HYSYS

Flare System Analyzer

Job description

Acero Engineering Inc. (“Acero”), a growing oil & gas facilities engineering company providing engineering, procurement and construction management expertise is currently seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to fill one role as an: Senior Process Engineer (Froth Treatment / Refining).

Acero is focused on facility and pipeline engineering, procurement and construction management services; from concept evaluation to plant start-up. Our core service offering is in‑house project management, process, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation and control engineering, project engineering, procurement, regulatory services, civil and structural engineering, and construction management.

Responsibilities

• The project will include working with froth treatment units, diluent blending, tailings solvent recovery units, gas / vapor recovery, etc.
• Performing Process simulations using different software (incl. Aspen HYSYS and Flare System Analyzer) and in‑house spreadsheets
• Proficient in gas processing, PSV's Sizing, line sizing and flare systems analysis
• Performing sizing calculations on typical equipment and pipeline/piping flow
• Writing process DBMs and reports – essentially independent of supervisor; comfortably communicating on technical and process matters
• Preparing process datasheets for process equipment and instrumentation for RFQs
• Keeping well informed of all codes and standards and having a good understanding of API, ASME standards, PHA techniques, Alberta directives and company standards
• Possessing the ability to design small projects virtually independently from a Senior Process Engineer; understanding how to represent Acero to the client; meeting and beating project timelines and cost estimates
• Developing PFDs, P&IDs and navigating isometrics and plot plans with full understanding of all the components on the drawings
• Working on problems in which analysis of situations and /or data requires an in‑depth evaluation of various factors
• Other tasks/responsibilities, as required

Preferred Education, Experience And Skills

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Process Engineering and registered as a professional engineer in the province of Alberta (APEGA).
• Minimum of ten (10) years of directly related heavy oil or refinery experience is required
• Must have experience with High Temp Froth or Downstream oil & gas, including distillation and diluent recovery units.
• Expert in equipment sizing, simulation and hydraulic calculations
• While this role is specifically targeting, as a preference, experience with heavy oil froth treatment, similar related work in the downstream industry (ie. refining) would be acceptable
• Solid process fundamentals understanding – heavy oil or refining experience is a must
• Strong ability to work independently
• Strong written, verbal, analytical and interpersonal skills
• Ability and willingness to work under pressure and tight timelines as occasionally demanded by our clients
• Ability to utilize Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint