SAGD / Heavy Oil - Aboveground Pipelines and Well Pads Process Engineer
Department: Process Engineering
Employment Type: Full Time
Equinox Engineering Ltd. is a leading Calgary‑based EPCM firm known for delivering innovative facility design and engineering solutions across heavy oil, natural gas, carbon capture, and emerging energy sectors. We work with major energy producers across Canada and internationally, supporting projects from early concept through execution and operations.
We are seeking a Process Engineer for our SAGD/ Heavy Oil Aboveground Pipeline and Well Pads group. We are looking for this individual to provide technical leadership and oversight on complex SAGD / Heavy oil developments. This role is ideal for an experienced process engineer who enjoys leading teams, solving challenging engineering problems, and shaping high‑quality designs.
Meaningful work on a variety of SAGD / Heavy Oil above ground pipelines and well pads
A collaborative, people‑focused culture that values technical excellence and mentorship
Chance to lead multidisciplinary teams and influence major project decisions
A flexible and supportive work environment focused on long‑term career growth
As the SAGD / Heavy Oil Aboveground Pipeline and Well Pads Process Engineer, you will play a critical role in delivering safe, efficient, and compliant heavy oil infrastructure.
Technical Leadership

Support and lead process engineering activities across all phases: feasibility and process studies, conceptual design, DBMs, FEED, and detailed engineering
Develop, validate, and review process simulations and models for aboveground pipeline systems and well pads.
Author, review,



and stamp key process deliverables including H&MBs;, PFDs, P&IDs;, line lists, shutdown keys, control narratives, calculations and engineering reports.
Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and leadership to intermediate, junior, and global workshare process engineers.
Manage discipline budgets, schedules, and risk in alignment with project and client expectations.
Collaborate closely with PMPEs, discipline leads, vendors, and clients to resolve complex engineering challenges.
Safety, Quality & Compliance

Project Execution & Operational Support

Perform and review line hydraulics, transient analysis, and pipeline calculations.
Validate line sizing, PSV sizing, and provide input to equipment and instrumentation datasheets.
Support commissioning, start‑up, troubleshooting, and operational optimization activities.
You are a process engineer who thrives in a technical leadership role and enjoys working across multidisciplinary teams. Chemical Engineering degree from an accredited institution.
~10+ years of industry experience in SAGD / Heavy Oil process engineering specific to aboveground pipeline systems and well pads.
~ Proficiency with HYSYS and related software such as PipeFlo, PipeSim, PipeSys, DNV Synergi, and UniSim. Knowledge of Olga software is considered an asset.
~ Strong understanding of process safety, risk management, and regulatory requirements.
~ Proven experience leading process engineering teams and delivering complex projects.
~ EPCM project experience.
If you’re passionate about technical excellence, enjoy leading teams, and are looking for a place where you can grow your career while shaping innovative energy projects, we’d love to hear from you.
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📌 SAGD / Heavy Oil - Aboveground Pipelines and Well Pads Process Engineer (Alberta)
🏢 Equinox Engineering
📍 Alberta