Job Description

This position assists Senior Mechanical Engineers, as well as guide Mechanical Engineers-in-training in the coordination of project execution in accordance with client requirements and objectives, within cost and schedule constraints, and in quality procedures and practices. Mechanical Engineers assist more senior engineers in the preparation of plans, calculations, and reports.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Apply principals of Mechanical Engineering to specifications and design of process equipment;
• Work independently and with teams to manage small and intermediate size projects in the design of oil and gas processing equipment or heavy oil plant facilities;
• Analyze piping and equipment due to force, thermal, vibration, and impact/shock loads using theory, Code defined procedures and finite element analysis;
• Apply practical knowledge and develop a broad base of skills, while contributing to the overall success of Propak’s operations through interaction with a cross-functional team;
• Review and approve fabrication drawings;
• Participate in 3D model reviews and construction planning meetings;
• Participate in Piping and Instrumentation Drawing (P&ID) reviews and Hazardous Operability Studies (HAZOPs);
• Check vessel, piping spooling, and assembly drawings;
• Perform shop inspections and resolve technical issues;
• Assist with resolutions of field Requests for Information (RFIs);
• Respond to queries and issues pertaining to mechanical engineering;
• Supervises, trains, coaches, and mentors junior engineers on a temporary, task level basis;

Prerequisites

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university
• Professional Engineer registered and in good standing with Alberta Professional Engineers, and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) or eligible for membership

Experience

• 5+ years’ of directly related experience in mechanical design of oil and gas processing equipment or heavy oil plant facilities in the Canadian context
• Demonstrated competency in applying principles of mechanical engineering to specifications and design of process equipment is considered an asset
• Experienced with ASME and CSA pressure vessel and piping codes, NBC and ASCE building codes and API codes
• Knowledge of FEA, vibration analysis, and impact/shock related problems

• Experience working with Caesar II, FE/Pipe, and ANSYS is required.

• Experience working with Creo engineering software and scripting languages such as Python is considered an asset
• Familiarity with conducting Piping and Instrumentation Drawing (P&ID) reviews
• Experience with design, installation, and operation of refineries or oil and gas processing equipment including refrigeration, turbo-expander, or amine treating plants is an asset
• Experience in a fabrication environment is an asset
• Experience within an EPC and EPCM work environment is an asset
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite

Other

• As a condition of employment, employees are required upon hire to sign a Drug-Free Workplace Agreement, a Conflict of Interest Agreement, and Confidentiality and Invention Agreement

Required Skills and Abilities

• Ability to apply appropriate theoretical and practical engineering principles to solve problems

• Ability to meet objectives while working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and strict deadlines
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously

• Ability to anticipate the effects of changes and plan accordingly

• Excellent organizational, time management, and planning skills

• Strong verbal and written communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
• Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully

• Ability to interpret and utilize complex information
• Solid reading, research, and analytical skills
• Ability to understand complex, technical verbal and written instructions
• Ability to interpret and utilize complex information, computer-based designs, drawings, specialized technical manuals, and specifications

• Ability to visualize three-dimensional objects from two-dimensional drawings

• Strong detail orientation
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to take independent action to accomplish objectives

• Ability to monitor the quality of own work and create systems for checking accuracy

• Positive attitude

• Willingness to learn new skills, systems, and procedures

• Highly motivated to excel in a competitive environment

• Strong command of the English language

Relationships

Internal

• Works in a team environment
• Interacts professionally with all levels of staff and management
• Required to attend meetings and liaise with direct supervisor and co-workers
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary Engineers, Designers, Trades, Managers, and other department personnel to ensure project execution and timelines are met
• Answers inquiries and explains processes
• May be required to prepare internal reports

External

• Interacts with clients/vendors as requested
• Interacts professionally with all external parties

Authority Level

• Has the latitude to apply judgment to resolve problems/issues related to work area and projects and make independent decisions within the scope of the position, however, work is supervised and reviewed by a professional engineer.
• Issues of a more complex nature or beyond the scope of the position are referred to more senior engineers
• Manager is readily available for assistance and guidance

Work Environment

Specific Work Conditions

• Work is performed in an office setting with usual weekday office hours

• Overtime may be required to meet project deadlines

• Requires the ability to deal with a diversity of people when responding to interdepartmental inquiries

• Coping with frequent interruption and changing priorities

• Required to attend meetings at other buildings

• May involve occasional travel to meet vendors, suppliers, and customers or visit project sites, often with little notice

Physical Requirements

• Requires ability to sit at a workstation for extended periods using a computer, reading manuals, etc…
• Occasional ability to lift, carry, and put away file boxes weighing up to 25 lbs
• Manual dexterity for data input, paperwork and use of standard office equipment
• Climbing, kneeling, crouching, and crawling when examining equipment

• Must wear company-standard PPE when entering fabrication shops, yards, and project sites. Project site PPE includes CSA approved steel toed boots and long pants

• Walking on uneven ground is to be expected in yards and at project sites

Performance Measures

Time Management

• Undertakes effective daily planning to assure tasks are completed on time
• Maintains a professional attitude under time constraints and changing priorities

Accuracy

• The outcome of work is neat, complete, accurate, and error free
• Approaches work methodically and with precision
• Identifies proper standards and codes
• Consistently monitors the accuracy of work
• Contacts appropriate departments and personnel in order to resolve discrepancies
• Work processes are monitored and evaluated and new work procedures are developed if necessary
• Reports are error free and professionally presented within the scope of the position

Communication Skills

• Appropriately safeguards confidential information
• Communicates effectively and diplomatically with diverse individuals
• Communicates complex information and ideas and provides clear explanations to internal and external clients
• Ensures the flow of information in all necessary directions at the right time
• Reads, interprets, and utilizes complex materials, computer based designs, drawings, specialized technical manuals, and specifications

Quantity and Quality of Work

• Consistently produces error free work within appropriate timeframe
• Gathers information and makes independent decisions within the scope of the position
• Finds innovative solutions to problems through research, testing, and analysis by keeping abreast of new technology, systems, processes, and regulations

The duties and responsibilities outlined in this document are not meant to be an exhaustive list but rather an overview of the job. The employee is responsible for completing all duties necessary to help fulfill departmental goals