Job Description

Keyera Career Opportunity

Why Keyera?

It’s our purpose-driven culture, benefits, and people. From flexible, customizable benefits and an employer-funded pension plan to our Keyera Connects social investment program and paid employee volunteer days, we’re focused on empowering our people and communities.

Please note that compensation and benefits may be different based on the work location, position, and a candidate's experience and qualifications.

Job Type

Permanent

THE POSITION

Keyera is currently seeking an Operations Engineer to support the Empress I-V and Empress VI facilities, located approximately 100 km from Medicine Hat, Alberta. The Operations Engineer will serve as a key technical resource for the facilities, providing day-to-day engineering support and working closely with Operations, Maintenance, Integrity, Technical Services, Projects, and external engineering partners.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide technical and troubleshooting support to Maintenance, Operations, and Integrity.
• Actively participate in the management of change (MOC) process in conjunction with facility stakeholders.
• Collaborate with vendors, engineering firms, and subject matter experts to solve problems and resolve design issues.
• Utilize engineering skills to design Issue for Construction packages that address: HSE and reliability concerns, optimization/pay-out justification, project scheduling, cost control, tender/bid packages, and regulatory compliance.
• Prepare and authenticate technical drawings and documentation including: piping isometrics, line designation tables, and code calculations.
• Provide project management support for capital and OPEX projects from conception to completion (options identification & evaluation, process hazard analysis, funding request, detailed engineering, manage and report on cost and schedule during construction, resolve RFI’s).
• Utilize and oversee EPCs for detailed engineering as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• University Degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Professional Engineering Designation (P. Eng) in Alberta.
• Minimum of 5 years relevant engineering experience, preferably in an operating facility environment.
• Experience supporting natural gas processing, fractionation, natural gas liquids, compression, or other midstream facilities is preferred.
• Experience with Management of Change, process hazard analysis, risk assessment, engineering work-package development is preferred.
• Knowledge of pressure equipment, piping systems, rotating equipment, process systems, and facility reliability would be an asset.
• Familiarity with applicable Alberta legislation, regulations, engineering requirements, industry codes, and technical standards.
• Experience supporting facility turnarounds, outages, construction, commissioning, or start-up activities would be an asset.
• A strong background in facility and equipment reliability along with a mechanical aptitude would be an asset.
• Creativity in developing and evaluating alternate solutions to realize business opportunities within Keyera.
• Proven ability to solve problems and recommend the optimal solution.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organization and analytical skills.
• Is a self-starter who is able to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Has a demonstrated ability to perform successfully in a multi-disciplined work team environment.

Posting Expiry Date

Sept 18, 2026

At Keyera, we embrace collaboration, inclusion, and a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. Our values foster an environment for every person to bring their whole self to work.

We offer a well-rounded total compensation package and a comprehensive benefits program designed with the well-being and empowerment of our employees and their families in mind.

If you are interested in an opportunity to join a winning, purpose-driven culture then you’ll enjoy a career with us.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.