Senior Discipline Lead Process Engineer – SAGD / Heavy Oil
Job Description
Description
Senior Discipline Lead Process Engineer – SAGD / Heavy Oil
Department: Process Engineering
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Calgary, AB, Canada
Description
Equinox Engineering Ltd., a leading EPCM firm headquartered in Calgary, specializes in oil and gas processing, providing comprehensive services in facilities design, implementation, and operational support for natural gas, conventional and heavy oil, carbon capture, and new energy projects. Our clientele includes major oil and gas producers across Canada and internationally. We are actively engaged in a diverse range of projects, including sweet and sour gas processing, conventional and heavy oil facilities, carbon capture and new energy initiatives, and pipeline developments.
Job Overview:
Equinox Engineering is seeking an accomplished Senior Discipline Lead Process Engineer with extensive experience in SAGD and heavy oil processing to join our team in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. This senior technical role involves overseeing the design, execution, and optimization of SAGD / heavy oil infrastructure for clients, including below ground pipelines, above ground pipelines, well pads, and Central Processing Facilities. The successful candidate will provide expert technical guidance, lead teams of Process Engineers, and ensure that projects comply with safety, regulatory, and performance standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to intermediate and junior process engineers and global workshare resources.
- Lead the design, review, and execution of SAGD and heavy oil projects across all engineering phases, including Feasibility and Process Studies, Conceptual Design, DBM Development, FEED, and Detailed Engineering Design.
- Develop and validate process simulations and modeling for SAGD and heavy oil infrastructure.
- Author, review, and stamp critical design documents, including material balances, PFDs, P&IDs, shutdown keys, control narratives and Process Engineering reports.
- Perform line hydraulics, transient analysis, and other related pipeline calculations.
- Supervise and validate line sizing, PSV sizing, and the development of equipment process data sheets.
- Oversee and participate in P&ID and PHA (HAZOP) reviews and ensure compliance with safety and operational requirements.
- Provide expert-level guidance on below ground pipelines, above ground pipelines, well pads, and Central Processing Facilities.
- Ensure regulatory compliance by adhering to API, ASME, ISO, and other industry standards.
- Manage project discipline budgets, schedules, and risk assessments, ensuring alignment with client expectations.
- Collaborate effectively with PMPE, technical disciplines, vendors, clients, and other stakeholders to advance project deliverables and resolve complex engineering challenges.
- Offer technical support during facility commissioning, start-up, and operational troubleshooting and optimization.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Extensive expertise in SAGD and heavy oil pipeline and facility design, including below-ground pipelines, above-ground pipelines, well pads, and Central Processing Facilities.
- Strong knowledge of process safety, risk management, and regulatory compliance within the SAGD and heavy oil sector.
- Proficiency in HYSYS and other relevant simulation software, such as PipeFlo, PipeSim, PipeSys, and UniSim.
- Exceptional technical leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
- Proven capability to manage multiple projects while maintaining attention to detail and operational efficiency.
- Commitment to mentorship and the professional development of junior engineers and global workshare staff, fostering technical growth and knowledge
Company
Equinox Engineering Ltd
Location
Calgary
Country
Canada
Salary
100.000
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