Project Coordinator (EIT) Temporary

Air Liquide; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial gas company in Calgary is seeking a Project Coordinator (EIT) for a 1-year term. This role involves analyzing filling processes, managing projects for operational improvements, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering and 1-2 years of relevant experience. The position is ideal for detail-oriented individuals with strong analytical skills and effective project management abilities.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of engineering experience in a process manufacturing environment.
• Direct experience in compressed gas, cryogenics or chemical processing.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and enhance plant filling processes and workflows.
• Support project timelines and manage resources effectively.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using methodologies like Lean or Six Sigma.

Skills

Project Management

Analytical Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Decision-Making

Team Collaboration

Technical Abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Registered as an EIT in Canada

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Job description

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW

Air Liquide Canada is seeking a Project Coordinator (EIT) for a 1‑year term to join the Calgary Plant Operations Team. Based in Calgary this is a critical role focused on analyzing and enhancing our plants filling processes and operational workflows. You will be the driving force behind our continuous improvement initiatives responsible for identifying inefficiencies, designing innovative solutions, and managing projects that boost productivity, ensure compliance and reduce costs. This role is ideal for a detail‑oriented individual with a strong analytical mindset.

Process Optimization

Review existing gas filling handling and distribution processes to identify bottlenecks and opportunities for improvement. Develop and implement data‑driven strategies to increase throughput, reduce cycle times, and minimize product loss.

Project Coordination

Work with engineering projects from concept to completion. This includes supporting budgets, managing timelines, and participating in the installation and commissioning of new equipment or modified systems.

Prepare the issuance of POs/PRs, write MOCs, execute PSSR, and work with on‑site contractors.

Liaise with Air Liquide teams within Canada and the USA in relation to the project.

Technical Design & Analysis

Prepare engineering designs, drawings, and specifications for process modifications. Perform calculations and simulations to validate proposed changes and ensure they meet performance and safety standards.

Safety & Compliance

Champion a world‑class safety culture. Ensure all process improvements and plant operations adhere to provincial regulations (e.g., ABSA OHS), industry codes (e.g., CSA standards), and internal safety protocols. Conduct Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs) and contribute to risk assessments.

Continuous Improvement

Implement and sustain methodologies like Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Kaizen. Develop Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to monitor process performance and effectively report on project outcomes to the leadership team.

Collaboration

Work closely with plant operators, maintenance teams, and management to gather insights, build consensus, and successfully implement changes on the plant floor.

Are you a MATCH?

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Registered as an EIT in progress towards a license in Canada.
• 1–2 years of engineering experience in a process manufacturing, industrial plant, or production environment.
• Direct experience in compressed gas, cryogenics, chemical processing, or oil and gas is a strong asset.
• Demonstrated success in leading process improvement projects with measurable results in efficiency, safety, or cost savings.
• Strong knowledge of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, pressure vessels, and piping systems.
• Proficiency with engineering software such as AutoCAD or similar CAD programs; experience with process simulation software is a plus.
• Excellent analytical problem‑solving and project management skills.

ESSENTIALS – Be Act Engage

• Commitment to Air Liquide’s performance and responsibility.
• Innovative thinking.
• Anticipation and adaptation to change.
• Solution‑focused.
• Caring about customers and patients.
• Communicating with impact.
• Managing personal efficiency and competing priorities.

Other Competencies

• Problem‑Solving: Identifies problems, develops alternative solutions, analyzes situations, highlights important issues, and suggests valuable and feasible solutions.
• Technical Abilities: Mastery of concepts, tools, and methods related to the job; keeps abreast of progress in the field.
• Decision‑Making: Considers all factors, makes quick decisions when necessary, and accepts consequences and risks.
• Team Player: Shares knowledge, cooperates, listens, gathers information, and considers the needs and opinions of others.
• Leadership: Positively influences others, obtains cooperation, and is concerned with people and results.

Our Differences Make Our Performance

Air Liquide is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants regardless of background. We believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent individually and collectively and helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success, and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.

Key Skills

• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Word
• Visio
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Project Management
• SharePoint
• Project Management Software
• Microsoft Project
• Administrative Experience
• Project Coordination