Project Engineer

Grey Owl Engineering Ltd., headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, is a midsize Canadian firm delivering engineering, design, project management, and procurement services to the international upstream oil and gas industry. As a full-service EPCM, the company specializes in upstream facilities, gas plants, and pipeline integrity projects. Grey Owl Engineering is recognized for its strong safety culture and focus on efficient resource utilization. The organization prioritizes seamless and timely implementation of projects, offering team members exposure to complex, high-impact work in the energy sector. Individuals joining Grey Owl Engineering can expect a collaborative environment with clear standards for technical excellence and project delivery.

The Opportunity: The Project Engineer role is a full-time, on-site position based in Calgary, AB. Under the direction of the Senior Project Engineer or the Project Manager, the Project Engineer is responsible for the direction and coordination of various discipline’s activities for the successful completion of projects to the standard of both Grey Owl Engineering and our clients. This role maintains liaison between all disciplines assigned to projects to ensure mutual understanding is reached on all phases of work, as defined by the contract, and to ensure continuity of job progress and design.

What you will be doing while you are here:

Complete the following detailed engineering design activities:

o Preliminary estimations and details

o Design of facility and building layouts

o Design of piping systems and layouts

o Participation in HAZOP meetings and 3D model review meetings

o Address deviations and obtain appropriate approvals when necessary

Preparation and review of project engineering project deliverables including:

o Calculations

o Data sheets

o Engineering reports (PMP’s, DBM’s, Scoping Documents, technical reports)

o Project specifications

o Drawings (P&ID’s, Plot Plans, Isometrics, Piping Plans, etc.)

o Project capital cost estimates and man-hour estimates

o Project schedules

Support the Project Manager in completing the following tasks:

o Coordination of project activities

o Monitoring of project scope changes

o Cost tracking

o Schedule tracking

o Development of meeting agendas and participation in client meetings

o Manage third party contractors in the completion of assigned work

Support to the Procurement team in the requisitions of contractors, materials, and other services by:

o Completing technical sections of request for quotes (RFQs)

o Reviewing the technical components of received bids

o Reviewing the technical aspects of bid spreads

o Liaison between clients and vendors / contractors

o Reviewing vendor and contractor QC documentation following contract award

Support the ongoing operations:

o Assist in organizing and maintaining design guidelines

o Provide input in developing and maintaining company typical drawings

o Assist with reviewing proposed or existing codes and providing feedback

o Assist with the technical development and training of junior engineers and technologists

o Support company HSE initiatives

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of prior related work experience in the Canadian oil and gas industry, preferably in an EPCM environment
• Degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering from an accredited university
• Professional engineering registered or eligible for registry with APEGA
• Field or shop experience during the project scoping, fabrication and construction phases
• Solid technical background in the design of mechanical equipment and piping systems
• Knowledge and application of ASME, API and CSA codes
• Comprehensive working knowledge of Microsoft Office products
• General understanding of the applicable regulatory codes and standards
• Strong analytical thinking, negotiating and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational, planning and time management skills
• Strong communication skills: verbal, business writing, electronic communications and presentations
• Ability to work on-site in Calgary, manage multiple priorities, use engineering and project management software, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives is preferred.

What we bring to the table:

• Remote working options – Fridays flexible to work from home!
• Complete Employee Benefits package which includes Medical, Dental and Life/long-term disability insurance and supplemental health spending account
• Fast-paced, fun, and collaborative team building environment
• A team invested in you both personally and professionally – a collaborative environment where mentorship is encouraged. We help you be the best professional you can be in our services and industries
• Annual Bonus: At Management’s discretion and based on your performance and contribution to success and profitability for the completed fiscal year.
• New Business Incentive: At Management’s discretion, eligibility to receive an annual “New Business Incentive” of up to 3% of new client revenues, as defined by the Company
• Competitive compensation packages