Operations Engineer, Wapiti

Keyera Career Opportunity

Job Type:Permanent

THE POSITION

Keyera is looking for an Operations Engineer to join our gathering and processing engineering organization (Wapiti). You would be working at our Wapiti Gas Plant which is located near Grande Prairie, Alberta. The Wapiti plant includes acid gas injection facilities; the most reliable and environmentally responsible method to deal with sour gas, virtually eliminating carbon emissions as compared to other acid gas handling processes. Reporting to the Team Lead, Operations Engineering, you would play a critical role in supporting our facility operations and maintenance teams, while monitoring and optimizing facility performance. The position involves a combination of site-based and office-based work (approximately 50/50 split) and candidates can be based out of the Grande Prairie or Calgary area with frequent trips to site.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide day-to-day engineering support to operations and maintenance (O&M) teams

• Monitor facility performance and provide technical recommendations to improve performance

• Troubleshoot operating issues and incidents

• Lead small plant modifications through the management of change (MOC) process and prepare engineering work packages (EWPs) for process, mechanical, instrumentation and electrical work scopes

• Provide technical input to projects and O&M activities. Provide support to preventative maintenance and reliability strategies and initiatives

• Research, develop and implement improvements for process optimization.

• Plan and lead equipment and process performance tests

• Lead and participate in process hazard assessments (PHAs) and what-if analyses for MOCs

• Provide technical support to larger projects by assisting in data collection, design reviews, risk assessments/PHAs and stakeholders coordination

• Manage small field-based projects including development of framing documents, design coordination, cost estimating, execution planning & coordination and cost control   

• Select suppliers for facility work and tagged equipment

• Provide technical information and support to Business Development and Marketing

• Continuous improvement of technical skills through training

• A technical mentor to others

• Focus on safety, reliability, and cost reduction

QUALIFICATIONS

• University Degree in Engineering from an accredited university

• Preference for those registered as a Professional Engineer in Alberta, or eligible to apply for registration, although consideration will be given for an Engineer-In-Training with relevant experience

• Maintaining APEGA membership status in good standing is a requirement

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in the oil and gas and industry

• Demonstrated experience in managing multiple projects / priorities to meet deliverables

• Valid driver’s license with the ability to drive a company vehicle

• Must be able to provide a 5-year standard driver abstract with zero demerit points (clean driver’s abstract)

• Process modeling experience with HYSYS or equivalent software would be an asset

Posting Expiry Date:Apr 10, 2025

Keyera embraces diversity and inclusion and we’re working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We support and provide an environment that allows every person to bring their whole self to work.

If you are interested in an opportunity to join a winning culture that fosters innovative thinking, open communication, integrity, and mutual respect then you'll enjoy your career with us!

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.