Unit Operations Engineer

Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL) is hiring a Unit Operations Engineer on a permanent basis at our Co-op Refinery Complex (CRC). This position requires on-site work and is based in Regina, SK.

We operate a world-class refinery that utilizes cutting-edge technology to produce 130,000 barrels of refined petroleum products per day and an annual production capacity of 6.8 billion liters. As one of Canada’s largest refineries we employee over 1,000 people. The Unit Operations Engineer will have the opportunity to monitor, advise and direct the operation of the refinery units.

What you’ll do:

Recommend, authorize, and direct the course of action to be taken during periods of upset, start-up and shutdown, emergency operations, and during any experimental operations that may be carried out.
Consult regularly on unit specific issues with process licensors and suppliers such as chemical and resin vendors to obtain detailed analysis.
Troubleshoot and optimize utility systems by issuing operating orders to Process Operators to ensure safe and efficient operation.
Perform routine thermodynamic, heat transfer, and hydraulic calculations to monitor and troubleshoot asset performance such as heat exchangers, pumps, and piping systems.
Co-ordinate with Engineering, Maintenance and Inspection on issues and repairs and assist with troubleshooting long term mechanical issues.
Provide input to design, develop, and deliver projects, programs, systems, process technologies, equipment, and products to meet customer needs.
Assist in completing process engineering calculations and process simulations to provide process specifications and other technical input as required for work orders and capital projects.
Participate in regular safety meetings and perform unit safety and safety related audits.
Who you’ll work with:

The Team: You will work closely with Unit Operations Advisors, Engineers, Process Operators, and our Chief Steam Engineer on a team that strives to cultivate a culture of autonomy, collaboration, and innovation.

Why it matters:

We fuel Western Canada. Our Refinery strives to be a recognized leader in safety, reliability and sustainability within the petroleum-refining industry.

Who you are:

You are looking for a career in Operations Engineering and:

Have a Bachelor of Science in Engineering.
Have 4+ years of experience in petroleum refining or a related industry (a combination of relevant education and experience may be considered).
Have 2+ years of experience in utility systems.
Are eligible for membership in the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Saskatchewan (APEGS) as a Professional Engineer.
What we offer:

Competitive salaries, short-term incentives, a comprehensive benefits package, and an employer-contributed pension plan.
Encouragement to take advantage of learning opportunities to grow and develop as a Team Member.
As a co-operative, we do business differently. We believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth. To learn more about who we are and what we offer, visit fcl.crs.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process to ensure an enjoyable candidate experience. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we invite you to submit your requests to us via fclhr@fcl.crs. All information received will be kept confidential.

If this opportunity speaks to you, we invite you to apply by June 16th, 2025.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.

As this position is considered to be safety sensitive and a position of trust, you may be required to undergo a pre-employment drug and ******* test and a criminal record check in accordance with CRC policies.

FCL embraces diversity and inclusion. We’re working to create a workforce that is as diverse as the communities we serve and an environment where every team member brings their whole self to work. We believe all candidates should feel at home with us and be given the opportunity to fully participate during the recruitment process.

 
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