Specialist Process 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.

At Suncor, as the Specialist Process Engineer, you will be responsible for identifying, evaluating, and recommending solutions to medium/long-term issues for facilities optimization in the oil, gas, and water streams on the Terra Nova FPSO. In this role, you will support the day-to-day Operations for complex processes relating to troubleshooting and production optimization as supplemental Process Engineering support to the Integrated Operations Center (IOC). You will support development and reporting implementation of Terra Nova Operating Envelopes and performance monitoring strategies.

Minimum Requirements:

• Degree in Engineering and Professional Engineering designation
• Minimum 5 years related experience in the petro-chemical/oil and gas business
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in process engineering, troubleshooting, debottle-necking, process modeling
• Strong understanding of oil and gas production system processes and economics
• Knowledge and experience in environmental, safety and loss prevention process and practices
• Demonstrated knowledge of industry practices, standards, rules and regulations
• Computer fluent in HYSYS process modeling tool or other process modeling tool

Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support on process/production issues as required to Terra Nova Offshore team
• Provide support to Operations and Production Engineering team to assist in troubleshooting and optimization of production volumes
• Maintain Terra Nova FPSO process discipline documents and drawings (PFDs and P&IDs)
• Carry out sensitivity and optimization studies utilizing Process Simulation tools such as HYSYS Process to determine best operating strategy and inherent flexibility in the plant design
• Provide technical support and input to project teams on process/production issues, including project design reviews, technical specifications, and equipment selection
• Review plant shutdowns with instrument and control systems engineers to ensure system performance (e.g., blowdown pressures, depressurization, ETC.).
• Support Regulatory and Certifying Authority queries/observations
• Resolve production/process related Technical Queries (TECHs)
• Develop Change Requests, Lead and support Management of Change ensuring adherence to the MOC process

Location and other key details:

• You will work out of our St. John’s office, located at 130 Kelsey Drive
• Typical working hours are Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; however, support to operations will be required outside of regular business hours
• Qualified residents of the province of Newfoundland and Labrador will be given first consideration in the staffing of this position

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 the company's Petro-Canada retail and wholesale distribution networks (including Canada's Electric Highway, a coast-to-coast network of fast-charging electric vehicle stations).

With a strong strategy for growth and our long-standing approach to sustainability, operational excellence, capital discipline and technology and innovation, Suncor offers a solid foundation for you to continue building your career. We offer rewarding opportunities for you to learn, contribute and grow in a variety of career-building positions – all of which means tremendous potential for your future. We are focused on deepening our commitment to inclusion and diversity and creating a respectful workplace.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels valued and respected. We have numerous employee inclusion networks to help foster an inclusive and respectful culture and drive positive change within Suncor. Current networks include both workplace inclusion networks (focusing on inclusion and respect for all), and identity-focused networks (focusing on building community and a sense of belonging and allyship). Through the Journey of Reconciliation, we are progressing the way we think and act to build greater mutual trust and respect with the Indigenous Peoples in Canada. Please note we will consider accessibility accommodations to applicants upon request.