Facilities Engineer

Headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, Strathcona Resources Ltd. is one of North America’s fastest growing pure play heavy oil producers with operations focused on thermal oil and enhanced oil recovery near the Cold Lake and Lloydminster regions of Alberta and Saskatchewan. Strathcona is committed to doing business the right way, guided by our core values: Integrity, Energy, and Intelligence. These values define who we are as a company, how we work together, and how we make decisions: We prioritize respect, accountability, and collaboration. That means everyone can shape and strengthen our culture and drive results in meaningful ways. Our people bring energy and curiosity to solve problems and deliver results. Be part of a team where performance, collaboration, and innovation come together to drive success. We are seeking an experienced Facilities Engineer to join our Llodyminster Thermal Facilities team. Reporting to the Manager, Facilities – Lloydminster Thermal, this Calgary-based role is responsible for supporting the design, engineering, construction, commissioning, and startup of SAGD facilities and related infrastructure. The successful candidate will work closely with multidisciplinary teams and engineering contractors to safely deliver capital projects from concept through execution while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and engineering standards. Essential Functions Design and construction of SAGD Thermal Facilities Design and construction of various types of pipelines Development of cost estimates, cost forecasts and schedules Preparation of weekly, monthly reports and various project presentations Facilitation of various technical meetings (technical reviews, information sharing, and planning) Preparation of Design Basis Memorandums, Project Execution Plans, and other technical documents Review construction execution and safety plans Monitor and enforce the corporate Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) requirements Review pipeline survey plans for constructability Participate in model reviews and HAZOPs Ensure compliance of engineering deliverables with project specifications and all applicable codes, standards, and industry best practices Ensure engineering contractors prepare all construction documents, and review for completeness and accuracy Facilitate and participate in shop fabrication walkdowns and pre-commissioning Review shop inspection and field construction reports, and liaise with the engineering contractor for timely resolution of requests for information, non-conformances, and preventative and corrective actions Facilitate and participate in system walkdowns and handover Assist in the development and execution, inclusive of monitoring and surveillance, of pre-commissioning and commissioning activities Provide technical support for commissioning and operations Qualifications: Minimum of 7 years’ experience in a Project Engineer or related role in the Oil and Gas industry Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation required or eligible for registration; PMP certification is considered an asset Strong knowledge of Saskatchewan regulatory requirements related to SAGD and water infrastructure projects Demonstrated experience designing and constructing SAGD facilities and associated infrastructure, including steel and HDPE pipeline systems Experience with material procurement, contractor management, and construction contract execution Knowledge of brownfield facility construction and modification projects Proven ability to manage engineering consultants and construction contractors while delivering projects safely, on schedule, and within budget Great things aren’t done by one person, they’re done by a team. We believe meaningful results come from people with unwavering commitment to integrity, energy, and intelligence – how we show up matters just as much as what we deliver. We value our work, our communities, and our commitments – but most of all, we value the team of people who make what we do possible. Apply to Strathcona If you have what it takes to be a great Strathcona team member, we want to hear from you. We appreciate all interest in this opportunity but only those selected to advance through the process will be contacted.

The Facilities Engineer is responsible for the design, engineering, construction, and commissioning of SAGD facilities and related infrastructure. They will manage multidisciplinary teams and contractors to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and in compliance with regulatory standards.

Candidates must have a minimum of 7 years of experience in a project engineering role within the oil and gas industry. A Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation is required, along with specific knowledge of Saskatchewan regulatory requirements for thermal oil projects.

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• Facilities Engineering
• SAGD
• Project Engineering
• Pipeline Design
• Construction Management
• Commissioning
• Cost Estimation
• Regulatory Compliance
• HAZOP
• Contractor Management
• Procurement
• Technical Documentation
• Safety Planning
• Engineering Standards
• Thermal Oil Recovery
• Pipeline Survey
• Pipelines
• Accountability
• Curiosity
• Project Implementation
• Planning
• Construction
• Constructability
• Forecasting
• Oil and Gas
• Innovation
• Information Sharing
• Operations
• Project Management Professional Certification
• Presentations
• Software Technical Review
• Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR)

• Engineering
• Energy
• Construction
• Management & Leadership
• Facilities Engineer
• Mechanical Engineers
• Facilities Managers

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Sep 26, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week