Operations Engineer

Operations Engineer| Contract | Alberta (On-Site)

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We’re working with a major oil & gas client on an upcoming turnaround and are looking to bring on an experienced Operations Engineer to support the team.

This is a hands-on role where you’ll be working closely with planners, coordinators, and site teams to manage and drive the schedule through execution.

Start date: ASAP, with 40-hour work week.

Duration: 6 months contract (Independent contractor).

Location: Empress 6 gas plant

Schedule: 9/80 or 4/10

• Monday–Thursday: At site
• Friday: WFH

• This role is a hands‑on Operations (Mechanical) Engineer position supporting Turnarounds (TA) primarily, with additional support across ongoing operations and capital/projects as needed. The engineer will work closely with field teams in an aging but stable gas processing facility.

Responsibilities:

• Provide mechanical engineering support to plant operations and TA activities
• Support field‑based MOCs, process improvements, and operational troubleshooting
  • Work with mechanical systems including, Piping systems, Pressure equipment, Rotary equipment, Materials and corrosion considerations
• Assist in preparing work packages for execution
• Engage daily with operators, maintenance personnel, and TA teams to solve field issues
• Take full ownership of deliverables with a focus on quality, timeliness, and accountability

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
• P.Eng. (APEGA): Ideally within a couple of months of obtaining
• 4–10 years of experience (ideal target ~5 years)
  • Not entry‑level; candidate must be able to operate independently
• Operations Engineering experience required
• Strong field experience in oil & gas or industrial facilities
• Working knowledge of ABSA, AER, ASME Codes
• Experience working in Gas plants and or Fractionation facilities is an asset
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trust with operations, maintenance, and TA teams
• Strong cultural fit is essential,  team values ownership, diligence, and a positive attitude
• Turnaround (TA) experience is an asset
• Resourceful and comfortable working with limited drawings or incomplete information
• Strong ownership mentality, delivers work on time and to a high standard
• Eager to learn and grow long-term
• Enjoys problem‑solving and working closely with field personnel
• Team‑oriented and a cultural fit for a small, tight‑knit, community‑driven site
• Willing to put in extra effort when required (straight‑time OT)