Process Engineer
Airswift is seeking an experienced Process Engineer to work on a contract basis with one of our major clients in Calgary, AB and to join a multidisciplinary team responsible for the development and execution of industrial facility projects.
This role provides technical process engineering support from concept development through startup, contributing to both brownfield and greenfield projects, operational improvements, and strategic growth initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Participate in facility projects ranging from operational support initiatives to large-scale capital projects.
- Provide technical process engineering guidance throughout the project lifecycle, from ideation and conceptual development to startup and commissioning.
- Support the development of both brownfield and greenfield facilities.
- Apply engineering and problem-solving expertise to evaluate and support business growth opportunities.
- Ensure projects are developed with a strong focus on safety, reliability, and operational excellence.
- Review engineering deliverables prepared by EPC contractors, consultants, suppliers, and vendors.
- Participate in engineering design reviews and process safety studies, including: HAZID, What-If Analysis, HAZOP, LOPA.
- Develop and manage: Project scopes, Engineering plans, Technical drawings and documentation, RFPs and RFIs, Equipment specifications, Technical narratives, Operating setpoint recommendations, Product composition calculations.
- Develop process simulations to support conceptual design studies and cost estimates.
- Assist operations teams in troubleshooting and resolving process-related issues at operating facilities.
- Collaborate closely with project teams, operations personnel, technical specialists, and other stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.
- Manage competing priorities while meeting critical project deadlines.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering.
- P.Eng designation with APEGA.
- Minimum 8 years of experience in one or more of the following industries: Midstream Gas Processing, NGL Fractionation, Refining.
- Strong proficiency with Aspen HYSYS.
- Demonstrated knowledge of process engineering principles related to facility design and construction.
- Experience participating in process safety reviews such as HAZOP, HAZID, and LOPA.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic project environment.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with BRE ProMax process simulation software.
- Experience supporting both brownfield and greenfield projects.
- Startup and commissioning experience.
- Hands-on collaboration with operations teams for troubleshooting and process optimization.
- Experience working in EPC environments and large capital projects.
Desired Attributes
- Results-driven with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
- Ability to simplify complex technical challenges and develop practical solutions.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships across teams.
- Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
- Committed to safety, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.
