Reliability Engineer

Adecco Portugal; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 166,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco Portugal is hiring a full-time Reliability Engineer - Fixed Equipment & Asset Integrity for Fort McMurray, Alberta. The role focuses on maintaining asset reliability for critical fixed equipment, leading RCM and RBI efforts, and improving safety and performance.

Relocation or local residency is required for a site-based position. The position demands a PE with APEGA, 5–10 years in relevant oil sands or petrochemical environments, and strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Materials Engineering.
• Must be a Professional Engineer (PEng) with APEGA.
• Experience with fixed equipment reliability, RCM and RBI strategy development.
• 5–10 years in refining, upgrading, petrochemical or oil sands operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and sustain fixed equipment reliability strategies for critical assets.
• Review and analyze operating histories, inspection reports, failure data, and maintenance records.
• Facilitate Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) and RBI assessments.
• Evaluate degradation and asset risk; assess probability and consequences of failure using API 581 principles.
• Develop risk-based inspection, maintenance, monitoring, and mitigation plans to improve reliability.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to asset reliability and risk management.
• Provide technical recommendations to enhance safe, reliable operations.

Skills

Fixed equipment reliability

RCM

RBI

Asset integrity

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Team collaboration

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Materials Engineering

Professional Engineer (PEng) with APEGA

Job description

Adecco is currently hiring a full-time experienced Reliability Engineer - Fixed Equipment & Asset Integrity to join our client's team in Fort McMurray, Alberta. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled engineering professional with expertise in fixed equipment reliability, inspections, risk assessments, and asset integrity within heavy industrial operations.

In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the development and sustainment of asset strategies for critical fixed equipment while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to optimize reliability, manage risk, and improve operational performance. You will have experience facilitating Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) and Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) assessments and be passionate about maintaining safe, reliable, and efficient operations.

• Pay Rate: $80- $95/hr (based on experience)
• Location: Fort McMurray, AB
• Shift: Monday to Friday | 8 hours per day | 40 hours per week
• Job type: Temporary Contract | Full-time
• This is a site-based position in Fort McMurray, AB. Candidates must currently reside in the area or be willing to relocate. This is not a camp-based or FIFO (Fly-In/Fly-Out) role.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and sustain fixed equipment reliability strategies for critical assets.
• Collect, review, and analyze equipment operating histories, inspection reports, failure data, and maintenance records.
• Facilitate and support Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) and Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) assessments.
• Evaluate equipment degradation mechanisms, damage mechanisms, and asset integrity risks.
• Assess probability of failure and consequences of failure using industry-recognized methodologies, including API 581 principles.
• Develop risk-based inspection, maintenance, monitoring, and mitigation strategies to improve asset performance and reliability.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to asset reliability and risk management.
• Provide technical recommendations to support safe, reliable, and cost-effective operations.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Candidates must currently reside in the fort McMurray area or be willing to relocate. This is not a camp-based or FIFO (Fly-In/Fly-Out) role.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Materials Engineering.
• Must be a Professional Engineer (PEng) with APEGA
• Alternative engineering disciplines may be considered with demonstrated experience in fixed equipment reliability, RCM, and RBI strategy development.
• Minimum 5-10 years of experience in refining, upgrading, petrochemical or oil sands operations.
• Proven experience facilitating and leading RCM and RBI assessments for fixed equipment.
• Strong understanding of equipment integrity management and asset reliability practices.
• Experience applying API 581 methodology is considered a strong asset.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong facilitation and presentation skills.
• Ability to interpret technical data and translate findings into actionable strategies.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Results-oriented with a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Must be legally eligible to work, and reside in Canada

At Adecco our purpose is simple: to make the future work for everyone. We live our values, Passion, Collaboration, Inclusion, Courage, and Customers at Heart, by fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated and every voice matters. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities. Together, we’re making the future work for everyone.