Job details
Posted 24 September 2026

Start date 02 November 2026

Location Calgary

Job type Contract

Discipline Engineering and Project Management

Reference 169156

Job Function Lead Process Engineer

Senior Process Engineer - Oil Refining & Process Facilities
Location: Alberta (Hybrid/Office-Based)

Employment Type: Permanent or Contract

A leading engineering and manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Lead/Senior Process Engineer to join its Engineering & Design team. This role offers the opportunity to lead the process design and execution of complex oil refining, heavy oil, and energy infrastructure projects while mentoring junior engineers and contributing to strategic technical decisions.

The successful candidate will play a key role throughout project lifecycles, from concept development and FEED studies through detailed engineering, fabrication support, commissioning, and client engagement. This position is ideal for a technically strong engineer looking to expand leadership responsibilities while working on a diverse portfolio of domestic and international projects.

What You'll Be Doing

Lead process engineering activities for oil refining, oil processing, heavy oil, and utility system projects.

Develop process design packages including process calculations, simulations, equipment specifications, and engineering deliverables.

Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and quality review for junior and intermediate engineers.

Support proposal preparation, project planning, and client presentations.

Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management teams.

Participate in technical reviews, design optimization, and key project decision-making.

Build and maintain strong client relationships throughout project execution.

Support fabrication, construction, commissioning,



and startup activities as required.

Travel occasionally within Canada and internationally to support project execution and commissioning efforts.

Career Growth Opportunities
This role provides exposure to a broad range of projects, including:

Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) studies

Modular process facilities

EPC and turnkey projects

Oil refining and upgrading facilities

Heavy oil processing operations

Utility and water treatment systems

Successful candidates will have the opportunity to deepen their technical expertise, develop leadership capabilities, and gain hands-on experience supporting fabrication and project delivery from concept to completion.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from an accredited institution.

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility for registration with APEGA or another Canadian engineering association.

Minimum 10 years of relevant experience within oil refining, upgrading, recycling, or hydrocarbon processing.

Strong knowledge in one or more of the following areas:

Desalters and Electrostatic Treaters

Atmospheric and Vacuum Distillation

Thermal and Catalytic Cracking

Hydrotreating and Hydrofining

Reforming and Isomerization

Steam Methane Reforming

Delayed Coking

Sulphur Recovery Systems

Preferred Experience
Experience in any of the following areas would be considered an asset:

Glycol dehydration and gas sweetening





Mechanical refrigeration systems

Oil processing facilities

SAGD and heavy oil developments

Produced water treatment systems

Oil treater design

Materials selection and corrosion management

Compression systems and rotating equipment

EPC or fabrication environments

Technical Skills

Proficiency with process simulation software such as:

Aspen HYSYS

ProMax

VMGSim Symmetry

FLARENET

Experience preparing and reviewing:

Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs)

Heat & Material Balances (HMBs)

Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs;)

Design Basis Memoranda

Equipment Datasheets

Line Lists

Hydraulic Calculations

Process Control Narratives

Cause & Effect Diagrams

Experience with process equipment sizing and specification, including:

Separators

Treaters and FWKOs

Heat Exchangers

Pressure Safety Valves (PSVs)

Flare Systems

Control Valves

Pumps

Reciprocating, Rotary Screw, and Centrifugal Compressors

What We're Looking For

Strong technical problem-solving abilities.

Demonstrated leadership and mentoring experience.

Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a rapid-paced project environment.

Client-focused mindset with a commitment to quality, safety, and engineering excellence.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. TRS is an equal opportunity company.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; age; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; religion; national origin; disability; veteran status; genetic information; or any other criteria protected by governing law.

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📌 Lead/Senior Process Engineer - Oil Refining (Alberta)
🏢 fluor-corporation
📍 Alberta