Project Engineer

• Long Lake is a joint venture between  two industry leading partners Nexen Inc. and OPTI Canada Inc., to combine Steam Assisted Gravity Drainage (SAGD) with proprietary OrCrudeT technology, Hydro-cracking and Gasification to produce a premium synthetic crude oil;
• With more than two billion barrels of recoverable reserves and resources, Long Lake has an estimated reserve life of approximately 40 years, with no exploration risks or declines;
• Utilizing Shell Gasification technology and the largest "Liquids Gasifiers" in the world, it will produce an initial planned production of 60,000 b/d of premium synthetic crude oil; with regulatory approval in place for an additional 70,000 b/d of upgrading capacity;
• Utilizing this unique configuration of conventional and proprietary technologies, Long Lake will reliably produce a superior crude oil at the Oil Sands industry's lowest cost. Website:    www.longlake.ca   

The Role:

• Employed by Nexen and seconded/reporting to the OPTI Upgrader Technical Services Manager, the Project Engineer will function as an "internal staff specialist" focused on the proactive provision of timely advice, counsel, guidance and project(s) development and delivery services to all concerned parties involved in the Commissioning, Start-up and Safe ongoing Operations and Maintenance of the Upgrader and related systems;
• The selected individual takes a "lead role" in establishing appropriate project delivery parameters/protocols and practices, ensuring their integrity and utility in support of the ongoing operation and optimization of the Upgrader and related processes, currently under commissioning and start up operations;
• Additionally, the identification and implementation of those initiatives/projects which will tangibly contribute to Safe, Regulatorily compliant and cost effective sustainable operations of the Upgrader is critical and an ongoing core responsibility;
• Will directly contribute to the migration of project(s) technical knowledge and expertise throughout the organization both formally and informally;
• Assists in the identification and development of qualified individuals to meet ongoing organizational and succession planning requirements;
• Directly contributes to the reliability, planning, preparations and all planned Shut Downs and to the execution of Phases II and III Pre-Commissioning, Commissioning and Start-up activities.

The Candidate:

• A relevant degree in engineering; APPEGA registration or eligibility for registration is highly desired
• A Certified Engineering Technologist with education, equivalent experience and supplemental training will be considered;
• A minimum of ten(10) years of verifiably successful relevant experience with a minimum of seven (7) years of "hands on" Project(s) development and delivery experience;
• Solid working familiarity with advanced project(s) development and execution technologies and practices, as well as  Productivity Improvement tools such as Six Sigma, CIP etc., are desired;
• Superior analytical, planning and competent project(s) execution capabilities and the ability to develop timely/effective solutions are critical, as is a practical ability at a field construction level;
• Solid technical/trouble shooting skills, along with the ability to effectively communicate with all concerned Operations, Maintenance and Engineering personnel;
• Computer literate, including Excel/Word, is a must, SAP familiarity is preferred;
• Experience with Upgrader operations/projects is a definite asset and is preferred;
• "Hands on" experience with Pre-Commissioning, Commissioning and Start-up a definite advantage. 

Compensation:

• An attractive six figure Base Salary,  Performance Incentive Bonus, Fort McMurray Allowance, eligibility for Stock Appreciation Rights (STARS), Housing/Mortgage Assistance and a comprehensive "market competitive" Benefits package including attractive Savings, Pension Plans and Vacation provisions;
• Four (4) day Work Week and company provided transportation;
• Full relocation provisions, including initial "Look/see trip to plant/Fort McMurray, AB, Canada, for selected finalist(s) and spouse, if applicable;
• Exceptional career opportunities and support for ongoing professional development

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