Qa automation engineer Jobs in Okotoks, AB

Job Information

Job Title : MCASPHALT | Process Engineer

Status : Full-Time, Permanent

Expected Start Date : As soon as possible

Location : Okotoks Head Office - 21 Elizabeth Street, Okotoks, AB, T1S 1B5 (in future, moving to Calgary)

Reporting to : Engineering Manager

About McAsphalt

McAsphalt is the industry leader in Canada specializing in asphalt products and services. Founded in 1970 by Leo McArthur and John Carrick, the company has since grown to over 500 employees spanning 26 terminals across Canada. McAsphalt offers a wide range of asphalt products, including emulsions, cutbacks, polymer-modified, performance-graded and roofing, and specialized transportation of those products by rail, land and water. Additionally, McAsphalt provides comprehensive services and technology solutions, encompassing paving, testing, research and development, engineering, and consulting.

Position Summary

A process engineer is an engineering professional who is responsible for designing, optimizing, and supporting processing systems across the entire McAsphalt operations. This role involves providing technical leadership, performing complex engineering analyses, and contributing to the multidisciplinary project teams to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient facility operation.

A process engineer is also responsible for the technical and managerial aspects of specific engineering projects as well as providing engineering support to the company’s plants and departments.

Reports To

The Process Engineer exercises authority and supervision over all engineering and project tasks assigned. The Process Engineer reports to the Engineering Manager.

Main Duties & Responsibilites

• Perform process design, heat & material balances, and equipment sizing.
• Develop and update PFDs, P&IDs, hydraulic calculations and control narratives.
• Lead or support FEED, FEL, detailed engineering, debottlenecking studies, and process optimization initiatives.
• Review hazard identification (HAZID), HAZOP, and ensure compliance with applicable codes (API, ASME, CSA, ISO).
• Analyze operational data to troubleshoot process issues and recommend improvements.
• Prepare technical reports, engineering documentation, design basis memoranda, and project deliverables.
• Mentor junior engineers and support knowledge-sharing within the team.
• Provide timely plant support during peak operating season to minimize down time (e.g. troubleshooting, coordinating contractors and suppliers, arranging for replacement equipment and recommending alternate operating procedures to maintain production).
• Provide general engineering support to plant managers, maintenance and the cross functional team as required.
• Devise methods for improving performance at various plants.
• Travel to plants is required to fulfill duties regarding Capital Projects and Support.
• Continue developing applicable engineering standards design templates and tools.

Project Management Responsibilities

Qualifications

MCA Advantage

SAFETY is not a priority, it's a VALUE at McAsphalt. Priorities can change by the minute; our values are set in stone! All of our employees are living the Goal Zero when it comes to safety. Not only do we provide you with the right PPE, we train you on all aspects of your job so you go home safe EVERYDAY! We have a full suite of health and dental BENEFITS and we match 100% of your contribution to your PENSION! We are present coast-to-coast in Canada and are part of the Colas Company family worldwide. We have exponential growth OPPORTUNITIES – just tell us where you want to go. We SUPPORT our employees and their families, in good and bad times, with our Employee Family Assistance Program. Accessible 24 / 7! Free and confidential – counselling for mental health, financial support, legal consultation, and more. We love to have FUN at work and work together to get the job done.

www.mcasphalt.com

How to Apply

Interested candidates are asked to apply immediately by responding directly to this job posting by sending a copy of your resume and cover letter for this position.

Recruiter

Leah McCallum

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.

Application Deadline

This position will remain open until suitable candidate found.

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