Specialist Materials Engineer

Job title:

Specialist Materials Engineer

Company

Suncor

Job description

Joining Suncor means you will work for one of the best companies in Canada, providing tremendous future potential where talented people thrive and lead. As our business evolves, so do our employment opportunities. Our work culture includes a dynamic mix of professionals, with a diversity of skills and expertise.Do you have a robust background in Material Engineering and are looking for a new opportunity to share your expertise? We have an incredible opportunity for a Specialist Materials Engineer at our Syncrude Mildred Lake location.In this role, the Specialist Materials Engineer is the Subject Matter Expert in the field of wear resistance improvement using metallic hard facing & non metallics, failure analysis, water corrosion and welding for various Syncrude assets. This role will also oversee advanced metallurgical analysis & developmental work done by external contractors to support asset integrity initiatives and provide the Business Units technical support to ensure safe and reliable plant operations.Minimum Requirements:Undergraduate degree or Master’s degree in Material / Metallurgical Engineering. Master’s degree preferredRegistered with APEGA as a Professional Engineer (P. Eng.) / APEGA Responsible Member (RM)15+ Years experience working in the field of Corrosion Engineering, Materials Engineering, or Metallurgical Engineering in Extraction / Tailing applicationsStrong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to consult with colleagues, regulatory bodies and networks to solve technical issuesKey Accountabilities:Support Production Units in managing threats by identifying applicable damage mechanisms, likelihood of failure, metallurgical controls needed for successful repairs, repair/replacement decisions and risk mitigation support through advanced analysis.Identify, support and recommend/adopt technological advancements in application of:Advance metallics and non metallics for wear resistance in dry and wet slurry circuits,Welding and hard facing for wear applications,Field of inspection of equipment / piping in wear applications,Advanced welding techniques for repair of critical equipment (Steam Methane Reformers, SRU Waste Heat Boilers, Mine Mobile equipment)Lead failure analysis of failed components. Past experience in failure analysis of components in slurry applications would be an asset.Act as a specialist within a specific technical area requiring presentation of reports, recommendations and interpretations of findings.Completes technical assignments, provide sound recommendations and make decisions.Presents original ideas and viewpoints – regularly demonstrates innovative thinking and solutions.Assist in training/coaching less experienced employees and often assume mentorship role for other engineers in work group.Develop and deliver technical mentoring sessions and knowledge sharingAdvise on technical problems, review work for technical accuracy and adequacy.Demonstrates application of mature engineering knowledge in planning and conducting projects having scope for independent accomplishment and coordination of complex assignments.Provide oversight for the work outsourced to 3rd party contractors and ensure technical deliverables meet company requirementsInvolved in identifying risk scenarios to drive technical decisions related to Materials EngineeringParticipate in Joint Industry Project (JIP), external technical committees and conferences as neededAct as Syncrude’s Technical Authority for Metallurgical Engineering aspects in welding & wear applications, and authorize Technical Deviations.Location & other key detailsYou will work out of our Syncrude Mildred Lake/Aurora location in Fort McMurrayHours of work are a regular 40-hour work week, Monday to Friday, with the potential for extended work hours based on business needsOur engineering roles follow internal compensation guidelines and the pay band will be based years of experience and scope of workIf you reside outside of Fort McMurray, relocation of your primary residence to within 60 km of Fort McMurray is mandatory. Relocation support will be provided; we offer highly competitive housing assistance to eligible individualsWhy Suncor?Suncor’s operations include oil sands development, production and upgrading; offshore oil and gas; petroleum refining in Canada and the U.S.; and the company’s Petro-Canada retail and wholesale distribution networks (including Canada’s Electric Highway™, a coast-to-coast network of fast-charging electric vehicle stations).With a strong strategy for growth and our long-standing approach to sustainability, operational excellence, capital discipline and technology and innovation, Suncor offers a solid foundation for you to continue building your career. We offer rewarding opportunities for you to learn, contribute and grow in a variety of career-building positions – all of which means tremendous potential for your future. We are focused on deepening our commitment to inclusion and diversity and creating a respectful workplace.We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels valued and respected. We have numerous employee inclusion networks to help foster an inclusive and respectful culture and drive positive change within Suncor. Current networks include both workplace inclusion networks (focusing on inclusion and respect for all), and identity-focused networks (focusing on building community and a sense of belonging and allyship). Through the Journey of Reconciliation, we are progressing the way we think and act to build greater mutual trust and respect with the Indigenous Peoples in Canada. Please note we will consider accessibility accommodations to applicants upon request.

Expected salary

Location

Fort McMurray, AB

Job date

Sat, 08 Mar 2025 08:56:32 GMT

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