Facilities Engineer

at  Veren Energy

Bringing energy to our world, the right way. It’s our purpose statement that drives us to do the right thing, the right way, every day. We are a passionate team of high performers who challenge the status quo while staying focused on operational excellence and delivering results. Our culture is defined by our people and how we work together, and we are excited that you want to be a part of it.
Our energy is also represented by our people, what we bring to the communities we operate in and what we bring to each of our relationships.
Purpose:
The Facilities Engineer/Engineering Technologist will be responsible for providing technical support to the operations and maintenance groups regarding existing facilities optimizations, modifications and managing/executing the Management of Change process. The successful candidate will work closely with both the Calgary based engineering teams and the field-based development, operations, engineering & maintenance teams in the execution of capital projects.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and execute the management of change initiation.
• Lead facilities optimization activities including debottlenecking, modifications, rationalizing of consolidations, scoping of projects and other potential operating cost reduction initiatives.
• Liaise with Calgary based facilities engineers and field-based development teams in the project scoping, design and project management of various gas and oil field related facilities.
• Identify facility/pipeline requirements for current and future capital development, utilizing process/pipeline simulation software where applicable
• Participate in annual budgeting process and efficient execution of annual budget capital.
• Provide technical support by implementing best engineering practices and safe work practices.
• Provide technical support to facility construction supervisors (FCS) ensuring that fit for purpose designs are constructed and engineering design requirements are met.
• Provide technical support/guidance to the regulatory group ensuring that facilities and infrastructure is compliant and provide recommendations on non-compliant facilities.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or nationally accredited 2 year Engineering Technology diploma
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience is required.
• Experience in both oil and gas field operations and maintenance would be an asset.
• Experience in the Canadian upstream oil and gas industry including capital project planning and execution would be an asset.
• Experience of working with best operating practices would be an asset.
• Strong team player with excellent interpersonal, communication and supervisory skills
• Excellent computer skills with proficiency in: Microsoft Office applications and Bluebeam.
• Must be completely conversant and current with all regulatory requirements in each jurisdiction.
• Strong technical skills with the ability to work at both the field and corporate level.
• Ability to make sound analytical decisions and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Clean driving record with experience driving in rural environments and in inclement conditions.
• Team player who enjoys learning and contributing to team goals

Why Veren
Working at Veren means you are part of a highly engaged workforce who is supported, engaged, and connected. We provide employee wellness initiatives, that support the physical, financial, and psychological well-being of our workforce and flexible savings and benefits options to meet your specific needs.
We are committed to building an inclusive organization that harnesses diverse thinking to innovate and grow by creating an environment where diverse points of view and talent are supported and encouraged.
Veren is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes, and work environment. If you require accommodations at any stage in the hiring process, please let your Talent Management team know. This includes conducting interviews in person or virtually via Microsoft Teams. If you think you will be a great addition to the team, we encourage you to apply

• Coordinate and execute the management of change initiation.
• Lead facilities optimization activities including debottlenecking, modifications, rationalizing of consolidations, scoping of projects and other potential operating cost reduction initiatives.
• Liaise with Calgary based facilities engineers and field-based development teams in the project scoping, design and project management of various gas and oil field related facilities.
• Identify facility/pipeline requirements for current and future capital development, utilizing process/pipeline simulation software where applicable
• Participate in annual budgeting process and efficient execution of annual budget capital.
• Provide technical support by implementing best engineering practices and safe work practices.
• Provide technical support to facility construction supervisors (FCS) ensuring that fit for purpose designs are constructed and engineering design requirements are met.
• Provide technical support/guidance to the regulatory group ensuring that facilities and infrastructure is compliant and provide recommendations on non-compliant facilities