Mineral Processing / Facilities Engineer
Calgary, AB, AB, CA
At Imperial, we work every day to responsibly develop Canada’s energy resources – applying technology and innovation to supply affordable, accessible and reliable energy while reducing emissions in support of a net-zero future. Imperial recognizes the important role we can play by advancing climate solutions within our operations and by providing lower life-cycle emission products to our customers. This effort is powered by a unique and diverse workforce fueled by a pride in what we do and what we stand for.
The success of our upstream, downstream and chemical, and corporate divisions is the result of the talent, curiosity and drive of our people. They bring solutions every day to optimize our strategy in energy, chemicals, lubricants and lower-emissions technologies.
Imperial honours diverse backgrounds so we can be a place where people can bring their full selves to work, no matter their identity, race, gender, sexual orientation, age, or ability.
At Imperial, we want you to come for the position and stay for the career. As an integrated company, we are uniquely positioned to offer you a wide range of career prospects and growth opportunities through the course of your career with us. We invite you to bring your ideas and help create sustainable solutions that improve quality of life and meet society’s evolving needs.
Come be part of the Upstream Technical Department at Imperial which has more than 140 year history in Canada and a workforce of 5,500+ total employees. Our offices are located in Calgary, AB.
What role you will play in our team
The Oil Sands Mineral Processing / Facilities Engineer is responsible for providing technical expertise, maintenance and operational engineering support for surface facilities within oil sands operations.
This role focuses on optimizing the performance, reliability, and integrity of plant systems—which may include supporting extraction, froth treatment, utilities, tailings, and associated infrastructure.
The successful candidate will collaborate closely with Operations, Maintenance, Integrity, Projects, and other technical disciplines to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient facility performance.
What you will do
Key Responsibilities
Operations Support & Optimization
- Provide day‑to‑day engineering support to plant operations for extraction, utilities, and processing facilities.
- Identify opportunities to enhance production, reduce downtime, and improve energy efficiency.
- Review process deviations, conduct troubleshooting, and apply root-cause analysis to address equipment and operational issues.
Facility Integrity & Reliability
- Ensure facilities comply with regulatory, safety, and environmental requirements.
- Support implementation of reliability programs, including inspection recommendations, corrosion monitoring, and equipment lifecycle planning.
- Partner with Maintenance to develop corrective actions and long‑term improvement strategies.
Engineering Stewardship
- Maintain and update engineering documentation, process design data, P&IDs, and drawings.
- Provide technical review and approval for management-of-change (MOC) activities.
- Perform engineering calculations and assessments to validate safe operating limits and equipment fitness-for-service.
Project Development & Execution Support
- Identify and scope small-to-medium capital and sustainment projects to enhance facility performance or regulatory compliance.
- Collaborate with project engineering teams on design requirements, constructability reviews, commissioning, and startup support.
- Develop business cases, cost estimates, and technical justifications for project funding.
Safety & Regulatory Compliance
- Champion safe work practices, process safety management, and hazard identification.
- Ensure facilities adhere to company standards, Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) requirements, and applicable codes (e.g., ASME, API, CSA).
- Participate in HAZOPs, risk assessments, incident investigations, and safety audits.
- Proactive, safety-focused mindset.
About you
Skills and Qualifications
- Education & Certifications
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- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Petroleum, or related Engineering discipline.
- Eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with APEGA
- Experience Requirements
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- 3–5 years of experience in oil sands, upstream facilities, or heavy industrial operations.
- Strong understanding of plant processing systems such as:
- Extraction and froth treatment
- Utilities (steam, water treatment, power generation)
- Tailings transport and treatment systems
- Experience with plant troubleshooting, MOC, and reliability programs (RCFA, FMEA) is an asset.
Preferred Qualifications/ Experience
- Technical Skills
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- Proficiency with engineering software/tools (e.g., Aspen HYSYS, PI ProcessBook, AutoCAD).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Knowledge of applicable industry codes, standards, and regulatory frameworks.
- Soft Skills
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- Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder‑management skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced operations environment with competing priorities.
Location: Calgary, AB
As part of Imperial’s long‑term business strategy, certain Calgary‑based roles are expected to transition to Edmonton in or around 2028. Applicants should be aware that this position is expected to relocate to Edmonton at that time. Relocation support will be provided for employees impacted by this change.
Your Benefits
- A company committed to career growth - we recruit those who are interested in a career with Imperial and prefer to develop and promote people from within. Our career management process means that you will likely perform a number of unique, challenging roles during your career.
- Commitment to safety, ethics & continuous improvement - these standards are the reason Imperial is an industry leader. You will work for a company that upholds safety and ethics ideals and continues to seek out ways to improve.
- Exceptional benefits program - includes competitive salary plus savings, pension, and health care plans that you can customize to meet your individual needs. Educational and physical fitness financial assistance programs round out our benefits package.
- Competitive vacation package - provides you with three weeks of vacation (the first year is pro-rated based on your hiring date), one scheduled Friday off per month and 12 holidays.
- Flexibility looks different for everyone, which is why we have many programs to help employees balance their work and personal life. Programs include: Flex Your Day, childcare partnerships and part-time and job-sharing arrangements.
- Successful networking and mentoring programs - enables you to spend time with managers from across the organization to learn about other departments and opportunities. These programs also allow you to connect with peers at a similar experience level.
- Opporunity to participate in Employee Led Resource Groups: Women’s Interest Network (WIN), Indigenous Network (IN), Black Employee Success Team (BEST), Asian Connection for Excellence (ACE), Global Organization for the Advancement of Latinos (GOAL), PRIDE, and the Veterans Advocacy and Support Team (VAST).
- Early Professional Development Program - provides you with the opportunity to specialize in a specific area of expertise or develop skills in a variety of different areas. You will quickly be given large areas of responsibility and will be encouraged to take on stretch assignments as you progress.
Other Considerations
- We thank all those who apply; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
- For applicants selected to be interviewed, pre-employment background screening will be required.
- To be considered for employment, your most recent unofficial transcript(s) must be submitted.
- In certain situations, Imperial may use your application to consider your suitability for other positions in the company and may also provide the information to its affiliates, including affiliates of ExxonMobil Corporation, in connection with possible opportunities at those affiliates.
Application Deadline: March 15, 2026
Imperial is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Imperial is committed to providing equitable treatment and equal opportunity to all individuals and encourages all eligible applicants to apply.
Imperial conducts business in a manner that respects the land, environment, rights and cultures of Indigenous communities. In the areas where we explore, develop and operate, Imperial engages Indigenous communities in open and forthright consultation and strives to establish meaningful relationships built on mutual trust and respect. Please see here for more information on Imperial’s Indigenous Relations Guiding Principles and Guidelines.
Imperial is committed to supporting persons with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. We will work with qualified applicants to provide reasonable accommodation upon request at recruit.services.ca@exxonmobil.com.
Eligibility to work in Canada:
All applicants who receive an offer of employment must be eligible to work in Canada on a regular full-time basis without restrictions on their start date. Proof of eligibility shall be in the form of a Canadian birth certificate, Canadian passport, Canadian citizenship certificate, Canadian certificate of permanent residence, Canadian open work permit or receipt from Immigration Canada of an application for a post-graduate work permit.
Proof of eligibility must be current and valid (not expired, cancelled or voided). Proof of eligibility will be required if an offer of employment is made. Failure to provide proof of eligibility at least six (6) weeks prior to the start date may result in the offer of employment being rescinded.
Job ID: 83395
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