Field Operations Engineer

Pembina Pipeline Corporation is a dynamic energy transportation and midstream provider, serving customers for more than 65 years. We own pipelines that transport hydrocarbon liquids and natural gas products produced primarily in Western Canada. Our operations along the hydrocarbon value chain allow us to offer a full state of midstream and marketing services to our customers in the energy industry.

We value the safety of our communities, customers, contractors and employees, and believe that all incidents are preventable. Compliance with all policies, procedures and regulations is a requirement, and our Life Saving Rules are basic rules that everyone should know and live by. Working for Pembina means working safely.

Overview:

Pembina Pipeline’s Conventional and Oilsands Business Unit (COBU) is hiring a Field Operations Engineer to join the team. Reporting to the Supervisor, Field Operations Engineering, the individual would be located in the Sherwood Park Alberta Office. They will employ their technical expertise, business knowledge, and problem-solving skills to start, guide, and assist in providing safe, reliable, and cost-efficient operational solutions.

This role requires collaboration with Operations, Calgary-based Operations Engineering, COBU Project Engineering, other internal teams, vendors, and external engineering resources. There will be travel expected (25%) with this position away from home office (Sherwood Park).

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• First point of contact for core operational engineering activities, including troubleshooting and optimizing performance of equipment, vibration analysis/resolution, reliability assessments, and failure analysis.
• Evaluating technical aspects of operational deviations, including THA reviews and ORAs.
• Leading screening, prioritization, and up-front scoping of operations engineering notifications/change requests.
• Delivering MOC Opex Projects, from establishing scope and delivery of EWPs, through to participation in commissioning/handover, and closeout processes.
• Support pipeline/facility integrity programs.
• Participate in system reviews, optimization, and development engineering activities.
• Lead significant process safety incident investigations and mitigation resolution.
• Lead MOC process Continuous Improvement efforts.
• Participating in JHSC/JOSH/CER Safety Inspections.
• Participate in Emergency Response Plan creation and exercises.
• Fill field emergency response roles as required: planning, technical support, etc.
• Support operations regulatory compliance and reporting including participation in audits and area “fresh eyes” inspections.
• Provide technical leadership to field operations while assisting the team in identifying opportunities for improving operations within budgeted operating costs.
• Developing and implementing rate tests of requested assets.
• Foster an area culture of continuous improvement.
• Support Pembina’s safety culture of "Zero by Choice" and the “Life Saving Rules”.
• Participate and support an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (ideally Chemical/Mechanical/Electrical).
• Progressive years of related industry work experience.
• Preference toward candidates with field-related experience.
• Strong leadership skills.
• A self-starter, driven to seek out and identify opportunities.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• A demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to set priorities, multi-task, and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of the role of health, safety, environmental and quality management systems in the oil and gas industry.
• Thorough knowledge of project management, project execution and project engineering processes.
• Working knowledge of ASME, ABSA, AER, CSA and regulatory codes related to the operation of oil and gas facilities considered an asset.

This position is considered “Safety Sensitive” and will require Pre-Employment Drug & Alcohol Testing which includes testing for marijuana metabolites. You may also be required to provide a Driver’s Abstract.

Pembina’s Flexible Work Standard provides the option for eligible employees to work remotely on Fridays.

The successful candidate must be legally able to work in the country of the position. Final candidate will be required to undergo Pre-Employment Background Checks including a Criminal Record Check.

This position is scheduled to be posted until end of day: 04/16/2025.

We recognize that diverse perspectives and experiences fuel innovation and enrich our workplace culture. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.