Equinox Engineering Ltd. is a Calgary based EPCM firm and a market leader in oil and gas processing, specializing in the design and execution of facilities worldwide. Within our FLEX (Fast Lean Execution) team, we deliver small to mid‑scale projects with high agility, rapid turnaround, and lean execution. Our work spans Canada, the United States, and Australia, supporting clients with debottlenecking initiatives, MOCs, facility improvements, and other project needs.
The Process Engineer – FLEX Projects, will play a pivotal role in driving efficient, practical solutions across a portfolio of multiple small projects executed in parallel. This role requires someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, is highly adaptable, and can move quickly from concept to deliverables, while maintaining strong engineering quality.
Why Join Equinox?
- Meaningful work on a diverse portfolio of high-impact projects
- A people-focused culture that values technical excellence, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
- A flexible and supportive work environment designed for long-term career growth.
Technical Leadership
- Lead process engineering activities across multiple concurrent small projects, ensuring timely and high‑quality deliverables in a fast‑paced environment.
- Execute Feasibility Studies, Conceptual Designs, and Process Studies with a focus on lean execution and practical, fit‑for‑purpose solutions.
- Perform process simulations and modeling for oil & gas processing facilities, including debottlenecking assessments and MOC‑related changes.
- Develop and/or approve key design documents including Material Balances, PFDs, P&IDs, Shutdown Keys, and process datasheets.
- Complete line sizing, PSV sizing, and design calculations for quick‑turn projects.
- Participate in HAZOPs, P&ID reviews, and the development of control narratives and operating procedures.
Technical Leadership & Collaboration
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to enable efficient project transitions, fast turnaround on engineering inputs, and streamlined pathways to client approval.
- Manage process engineering deliverable schedules.
- Demonstrate a strong interest in mentoring and providing leadership to EIT Process Engineers.
- Provide technical guidance to ensure consistent quality across varying project types and locations (Canada, U.S., Australia).
- Interface with clients to clarify scopes, propose technical solutions, and support rapid decision-making.
- Review vendor data, technical bids, and engineering documentation as required.
- Contribute to the growth of the FLEX team as project demands increase, including close collaboration with U.S.-based counterparts
Safety, Quality & Compliance
- Lead P&ID and Process Hazard Assessments (PHA) reviews to ensure safe, operable, and regulatory-compliant designs.
- Ensure engineering outputs meet internal quality requirements, as well as applicable regulatory requirements and technical standards (CSA, AER, NEB, API, NFPA, ASME, ISO, etc.).
Project Execution
- Support commissioning, start-up, and operational optimization activities.
- Manage risk in relation to project schedule and delivery.
- Demonstrate a genuine passion for problem solving.
Technical Excellence
- Apply process design principles across various facility types and project scopes.
- Produce fit‑for‑purpose designs with a focus on operability, quality, and safety.
- Apply strong engineering judgment, creativity, and practical problem‑solving skills.
- Drive efficient outcomes with limited oversight, in a lean execution environment.
About You
You are an experienced engineer who thrives in multi‑disciplinary project environments, where you can directly influence project success, while contributing to the growth of the team. You bring:
- Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation required with APEGA.
- Degree in Chemical Engineering.
- Minimum 10+ years of oil & gas experience.
- Strong competency with HYSYS and other process simulation tools.
- A record of successfully supporting projects of differing scope, scale, and complexity.
- Highly dynamic, adaptable, and comfortable shifting between multiple rapid‑cycle projects.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to manage several project interfaces simultaneously.
- Previous EPCM, operational or manufacturing experience with direct exposure to equipment and processes is a strong asset.
Ready to Apply?
If you’re passionate about technical excellence, enjoy leading teams, and are looking for a place where you can grow your career while shaping innovative energy projects, we’d love to hear from you.
Established in 1997, Equinox is a distinguished EPCM service provider globally. Our wide-ranging portfolio includes Sweet and Sour Gas Processing Facilities, Heavy and Conventional Oil Production, Steam Pipeline Systems, and an increasing focus on sustainable energy solutions like Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) facilities and pipelines, Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) projects, and Landfill Gas (LFG) initiatives.
