SAGD / Heavy Oil - Aboveground Pipelines and Well Pads Process Engineer

Equinox Engineering Ltd.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative culture

Opportunities for mentorship

Long-term career growth

Job summary

A leading EPCM firm in Calgary, Canada, is seeking a Process Engineer for their SAGD/Heavy Oil group. The role involves providing technical leadership in complex pipeline projects, developing process simulations, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a Chemical Engineering degree, a Professional Engineer designation, and over 10 years of experience in the relevant field. Join a collaborative culture that values mentorship and career growth in innovative energy solutions.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of industry experience in SAGD / Heavy Oil process engineering.
• Strong understanding of process safety, risk management, and regulatory requirements.
• Proven experience leading process engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead process engineering activities across all project phases.
• Develop and review process simulations and models.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.

Skills

Process engineering leadership

SAGD / Heavy Oil expertise

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Chemical Engineering degree

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation

Tools

HYSYS

PipeFlo

UniSim

Olga software

Job description

SAGD / Heavy Oil - Aboveground Pipelines and Well Pads Process Engineer

Department: Process Engineering

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Calgary, AB, Canada

Description

Equinox Engineering Ltd. is a leading Calgary‑based EPCM firm known for delivering innovative facility design and engineering solutions across heavy oil, natural gas, carbon capture, and emerging energy sectors. We work with major energy producers across Canada and internationally, supporting projects from early concept through execution and operations.

We are seeking a Process Engineer for our SAGD/ Heavy Oil Aboveground Pipeline and Well Pads group. We are looking for this individual to provide technical leadership and oversight on complex SAGD / Heavy oil developments. This role is ideal for an experienced process engineer who enjoys leading teams, solving challenging engineering problems, and shaping high‑quality designs.

Why Join Equinox?

• Meaningful work on a variety of SAGD / Heavy Oil above ground pipelines and well pads
• A collaborative, people‑focused culture that values technical excellence and mentorship
• Opportunity to lead multidisciplinary teams and influence major project decisions
• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of brownfield and greenfield developments
• A flexible and supportive work environment focused on long‑term career growth

Key Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

As the SAGD / Heavy Oil Aboveground Pipeline and Well Pads Process Engineer, you will play a critical role in delivering safe, efficient, and compliant heavy oil infrastructure.

Technical Leadership

• Support and lead process engineering activities across all phases: feasibility and process studies, conceptual design, DBMs, FEED, and detailed engineering
• Develop, validate, and review process simulations and models for aboveground pipeline systems and well pads.
• Author, review, and stamp key process deliverables including H&MBs, PFDs, P&IDs, line lists, shutdown keys, control narratives, calculations and engineering reports.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and leadership to intermediate, junior, and global workshare process engineers.
• Manage discipline budgets, schedules, and risk in alignment with project and client expectations.
• Collaborate closely with PMPEs, discipline leads, vendors, and clients to resolve complex engineering challenges.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Lead and participate in P&ID reviews and PHA/HAZOPs to ensure safe and operable designs.
• Ensure compliance with API, ASME, ISO, and applicable Canadian codes and standards.

Project Execution & Operational Support

• Perform and review line hydraulics, transient analysis, and pipeline calculations.
• Validate line sizing, PSV sizing, and provide input to equipment and instrumentation datasheets.
• Support commissioning, start‑up, troubleshooting, and operational optimization activities.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

About You

You are a process engineer who thrives in a technical leadership role and enjoys working across multidisciplinary teams. You bring:

• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation with APEGA.
• Chemical Engineering degree from an accredited institution.
• 10+ years of industry experience in SAGD / Heavy Oil process engineering specific to aboveground pipeline systems and well pads.
• Proficiency with HYSYS and related software such as PipeFlo, PipeSim, PipeSys, DNV Synergi, and UniSim. Knowledge of Olga software is considered an asset.
• Strong understanding of process safety, risk management, and regulatory requirements.
• Proven experience leading process engineering teams and delivering complex projects.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• A client‑focused, solutions‑oriented mindset.

Preferred:

• EPCM project experience.
• Additional P.Eng. registration with EGBC.

Ready to Apply?

If you’re passionate about technical excellence, enjoy leading teams, and are looking for a place where you can grow your career while shaping innovative energy projects, we’d love to hear from you.