Employer description
At Imperial, we work every day to responsibly develop Canada’s energy resources – applying technology and innovation to supply affordable, accessible and reliable energy while reducing emissions in support of a net‑zero future. Imperial recognizes the important role we can play by advancing climate solutions within our operations and by providing lower life‑cycle emission products to our customers. This effort is powered by a unique and diverse workforce fueled by a pride in what we do and what we stand for. The success of our upstream, downstream and chemical, and corporate divisions is the result of the talent, curiosity and drive of our people. They bring solutions every day to optimize our strategy in energy, chemicals, lubricants and lower-emissions technologies. Imperial honours diverse backgrounds so we can be a place where people can bring their full selves to work, no matter their identity, race, gender, sexual orientation, age, or ability. At Imperial, we want you to come for the position and stay for the career. As an integrated company, we are uniquely positioned to offer you a wide range of career prospects and growth opportunities through the course of your career with us. We invite you to bring your ideas and help create sustainable solutions that improve quality of life and meet society’s evolving needs.

What role you will play in our team
Join our team as a Sr. Tailings Engineer and shape the future of sustainable mining and water management. We have openings in both our Mid-Range and Long-Range Planning teams. Step into a high impact role where your expertise drives safe, innovative, and environmentally responsible mine operations. As a Sr. Tailings Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining tailings deposition plans, ensuring alignment with mine production schedules, geotechnical requirements,



and regulatory frameworks. Working closely with Mine Planning, Geotechnical, Operations, and Closure teams, the Sr. Tailings Engineer evaluates scenarios, prepares detailed deposition schematics, and provides technical guidance to ensure operational execution matches planning intent. If you are energized by solving complex challenges, influencing major asset decisions, and contributing to a world class oil sands operation, this is the chance to make a real impact.

What you will do

Be a safety leader – support and adhere by all standards and producers and operate with safety as a value

Develop tailings plans, ensuring alignment with mine production, dyke construction, and regulatory requirements

Integrate tailings deposition strategies with mine sequencing, water management needs, and available storage capacity

Prepare presentations, schedules, and visualizations for management and stakeholders

Provide leadership, coaching and mentoring to junior staff

Provide technical support to field operations and contributes to continuous improvement of tailings planning processes, tools, and standards.

About you Skills and Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mining, Civil or Geological Engineering

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility with APEGA is required

8+ years of experience in tailings engineering, planning, or operations

Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, communication and coordination skills





Highly motivated individual with ability to work collaboratively in multi‑disciplinary teams

Preferred Qualifications / Experience

Oil sands tailings planning experience

Experience with Deswik and Muk3D would be an asset

Location: Calgary, AB or Edmonton, AB. As part of Imperial’s long‑term business strategy, certain Calgary‑based roles are expected to transition to Edmonton in or around 2028. Applicants should be aware that this position is expected to relocate to Edmonton at that time. Relocation support will be provided for employees impacted by this change.

Your benefits

Competitive salary

Training and mentorship

Relocation assistance as required

Flexible work hours and work from home policy

Employee resource groups (ERG’s) – opportunity to participate in volunteer groups that support furthering the company’s inclusion objectives

Other considerations

We thank all those who apply; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

For applicants selected to be interviewed, pre‑employment background screening will be required.

To be considered for employment, your most recent unofficial transcript(s) must be submitted.

In certain situations, Imperial may use your application to consider your suitability for other positions in the company and may also provide the information to its affiliates, including affiliates of ExxonMobil Corporation, in connection with possible opportunities at those affiliates.

Functional Skills
Tailings Planning, Scheduling, Design, & Surveillance | Mineral Extraction | Geotechnical Engineering for Mining | Mine Management Systems | Mine Reclamation & Closure | Tailings Fines Treatment & Processing

Alternate Location: Canada : Edmonton, AB

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