Specialist Materials Engineer

Joining Suncor means you will work for one of the best companies in Canada, providing tremendous future potential where talented people thrive and lead. As our business evolves, so do our employment opportunities. Our work culture includes a dynamic mix of professionals, with a diversity of skills and expertise.

Do you have a robust background in Material Engineering and are looking for a new opportunity to share your expertise? We have an incredible opportunity for a Specialist Materials Engineer at our Syncrude Mildred Lake location.

In this role, the Specialist Materials Engineer is the Subject Matter Expert in the field of wear resistance improvement using metallic hard facing & non-metallics, failure analysis, water corrosion, and welding for various Syncrude assets. This role will also oversee advanced metallurgical analysis & developmental work done by external contractors to support asset integrity initiatives and provide the Business Units with technical support to ensure safe and reliable plant operations.

Minimum Requirements:

• Undergraduate degree or Master’s degree in Material / Metallurgical Engineering. Master’s degree preferred.
• Registered with APEGA as a Professional Engineer (P. Eng.) / APEGA Responsible Member (RM).
• 15+ Years experience working in the field of Corrosion Engineering, Materials Engineering, or Metallurgical Engineering in Extraction / Tailing applications.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to consult with colleagues, regulatory bodies, and networks to solve technical issues.

Key Accountabilities:

• Support Production Units in managing threats by identifying applicable damage mechanisms, likelihood of failure, metallurgical controls needed for successful repairs, repair/replacement decisions, and risk mitigation support through advanced analysis.
• Identify, support, and recommend/adopt technological advancements in application of:
• Advanced metallics and non-metallics for wear resistance in dry and wet slurry circuits,
• Additive manufacturing for critical parts,
• Welding and hard facing for wear applications,
• Field inspection of equipment/piping in wear applications,
• Advanced welding techniques for repair of critical equipment (Steam Methane Reformers, SRU Waste Heat Boilers, Mine Mobile equipment),
• Improved reliability and weld repairs of shovels and trucks.
• Lead failure analysis of failed components. Past experience in failure analysis of components in slurry applications would be an asset.
• Act as a specialist within a specific technical area requiring presentation of reports, recommendations, and interpretations of findings.
• Complete technical assignments, provide sound recommendations, and make decisions.
• Present original ideas and viewpoints—demonstrating innovative thinking and solutions.
• Assist in training and coaching less experienced employees and often assume mentorship roles for other engineers.
• Develop and deliver technical mentoring sessions and knowledge sharing.
• Advise on technical problems, review work for technical accuracy and adequacy.
• Demonstrate application of mature engineering knowledge in planning and conducting projects with scope for independent accomplishment and coordination of complex assignments.
• Provide oversight for work outsourced to third-party contractors and ensure technical deliverables meet company requirements.
• Participate in identifying risk scenarios to drive technical decisions related to Materials Engineering.
• Participate in Joint Industry Projects (JIP), external technical committees, and conferences as needed.
• Act as Syncrude’s Technical Authority for Metallurgical Engineering aspects in welding & wear applications, and authorize technical deviations.

Location & other key details:

• You will work out of our Syncrude Mildred Lake/Aurora location in Fort McMurray.
• Hours of work are a regular 40-hour work week, Monday to Friday, with potential for extended hours based on business needs.
• Our engineering roles follow internal compensation guidelines; the pay band will be based on years of experience and scope of work.
• If residing outside Fort McMurray, relocation of your primary residence to within 60 km of Fort McMurray is mandatory. Relocation support and housing assistance will be provided for eligible individuals.

Why Suncor?

Suncor's operations include oil sands development, production and upgrading; offshore oil and gas; petroleum refining in Canada and the U.S.; and retail and wholesale distribution networks, including Canada's Electric Highway for electric vehicle charging.

With a strong growth strategy and a focus on sustainability, operational excellence, technology, and innovation, Suncor offers a solid foundation for your career development. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, fostering a respectful workplace through various employee networks and initiatives, including reconciliation efforts with Indigenous Peoples in Canada.

We are an equal opportunity employer and will consider accessibility accommodations upon request.