Senior Process Engineer

Brunel; Calgary; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the energy sector is seeking a Senior Process Engineer for its Calgary office. The role involves leading process design and development activities while ensuring high-quality deliverables. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership and communication skills, alongside extensive experience in process engineering. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact within a multidisciplinary team and support project execution phases.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in process engineering within heavy industrial sectors.
• Demonstrated experience in front-end engineering design (FEED).
• Strong understanding of engineering documentation and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams in creating process design deliverables.
• Oversee engineering contractors' work for compliance.
• Conduct optimization and feasibility studies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen HYSYS

ProMax

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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We are seeking a Senior Process Engineer to lead and oversee process design and development activities for complex projects in the energy, chemical, or manufacturing sectors. This role is pivotal in ensuring high-quality technical deliverables, supporting project execution phases, and mentoring junior engineers. The ideal candidate will possess a solid background in process engineering, strong project leadership capabilities, and a commitment to engineering excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary teams in the creation of process design deliverables, including:
• Heat and material balances
• Process flow diagrams (PFDs)
• Process equipment sizing and specifications
• Preliminary hydraulic and utility balances
• Basic instrumentation and control strategies
• Materials of construction and safety system requirements
• Oversee and review the work of engineering contractors to ensure compliance with company standards, project specifications, and applicable regulations.
• Conduct and guide process optimization and feasibility studies to evaluate cost savings, design alternatives, and performance improvements.
• Support and participate in HAZOP (Hazard and Operability) studies and risk assessments for both new and modified facilities.
• Provide field support during construction, commissioning, and startup of new or modified systems and equipment.
• Assist in defining project scopes, resource planning, and team organization.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline
• 10+ years of experience in process engineering within the refining, petrochemical, chemical, or related heavy industrial sectors
• Demonstrated experience in front-end engineering design (FEED) and detailed engineering phases of capital projects
• Strong understanding of engineering documentation and industry standards
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and process engineering software (e.g., Aspen HYSYS, ProMax, or equivalent)
• Excellent communication skills, with fluency in English (verbal and written)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or eligibility
• Experience working directly with or for engineering contractors
• Familiarity with international codes and standards (e.g., API, ASME, IEC)
• Prior experience leading commissioning/startup efforts

If you're ready to drive innovation and excellence in process engineering while mentoring the next generation of engineers, we encourage you to apply.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Industries

  Oil and Gas

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