MCASPHALT | Process Engineer
Company : MCASPHALT INDUSTRIES - CORPORATE
Location : Okotoks, AB, Canada
Contract : Regular / Permanent
Start : As soon as possible
Position Summary
Process Engineer responsible for designing, optimizing, and supporting processing systems across McAsphalt operations. Provides technical leadership, performs complex engineering analyses, and contributes to multidisciplinary project teams to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient facility operation.
Key Responsibilities
- 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 downtime (e.g. troubleshooting, coordinating contractors and suppliers, arranging 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
Define project scopes, Budgeting and schedulingCoordination of contractors and Construction ManagementProcurement Specifications and Technical Bid EvaluationWork with local, provincial or federal officials to acquire permits required to proceed with projects requiring formal approvalInspection during and after projectTraining of plant personnel and assisting updating operating procedures as it pertains to aspects of project installations.Project Progress ReportingQualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in chemical engineering.Professional Engineer (P.Eng).
10-15 years of relevant experience in Oil & Gas (upstream, midstream, or downstream).Strong understanding of codes, safety standards and regulatory requirements.Full Proficiency in Process Design, PFD and P&ID development.Full Proficiency in equipment sizing, hydraulic calculations and process control.Experience in Project and Construction Management.Knowledge of Microsoft products such as Microsoft Project, Excel, Word, Access.Exposure to Autodesk, AutoCAD, or other computer aided design software.Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Benefits & Culture
McAsphalt offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and a pension match 100% of your contribution. We support our employees and families with an Employee Family Assistance Program that is accessible 24 / 7 – free and confidential counselling for mental health, financial support, legal consultation, and more. Safety is a core value; all employees work in a collaborative environment that celebrates diversity and encourages continuous improvement. We love to have fun at work and work together to get the job done.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send resume and cover letter directly to Leah McCallum. The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
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