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.

Are you looking for a job where you can have a direct and significant impact on your company's success? Join a dynamic and resourceful team where you can take on new challenges at a 100,000 barrel per day refinery that produces produces gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, liquified petroleum gas (LPG) and asphalt. If you have a strong aptitude and passion to provide technical support for the day-to-day operation of our refinery production units than we have the job for you!

We are looking for people with strong analytical and problem solving skills to be part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team! Each member of the team is primarily responsible for ensuring the strong performance and continuous improvement of our automation systems, which are of significant value to the our refinery. You will collaborate with operations, maintenance and other departments to meet exciting challenges in your role as an Automation Engineer. 

Minimum Requirements:

5 to 10 years of work experience, preferably in the oil and gas industry

Undergraduate degree in Engineering, Applied Science or equivalent

Knowledge of industrial automation and advanced process control technology

Allen Bradley programmable logic controller (PLC) programming experience

Ability to use the PLC to troubleshoot and determine problem source as well as understand how the PLC interacts with various field devices (relays, solenoids, valves etc)

Previous experience in startup/commissioning of new PLC based systems as well as ongoing maintenance and support of installed systems

Proficient in reading piping and instrumentation diagram (P&ID) drawings and various wiring diagrams

Comprehensive knowledge of industry codes, company standards and safety policies 

The ability to communicate effectively and work within a team, and the desire to continuously learn

Must be legally authorized to work in the USA for the duration of your employment

Responsibilities:

Assess the performance of existing control systems

Develop and implement control strategies to improve the performance and reliability of refinery operations

Develop control strategies to optimize the performance of the production units

Use advanced control software to implement unit optimization strategies

Participate in new automation initiatives, bringing added value in terms of reliability, energy efficiency and optimization

Ensure the performance and continuous improvement of automation systems for alarm management and data acquisition and analysis applications

Produce and present performance audits related to the process improvement and optimization strategies implemented

Collaborate with external consultants

Ensure the compliance of our activities with applicable laws and regulations, corporate norms and standards as well as industry best practices

Location and other Key Details:

You will work out of our Commerce City Business Center, located at 5455 Brighton Blvd.

Hours of work are a regular 40-hour work week, Monday to Friday, with the potential for extended work hours based on business needs

There is currently no deadline to apply; applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis, however if you are interested please apply now

This role is safety sensitive

In alignment with Suncor’s value of Safety Above All Else, we conduct pre-employment drug testing, employment verification, education verification, background checks, and other pre-employment assessments as a condition of employment

Salary and Compensation Details: 

$120,000 to $140,000 annual salary and an annual incentive (bonus) program

Our business professional roles follow internal compensation guidelines and the pay band will generally be based years of experience and scope of work

Great work/life balance, including a generous vacation program

Competitive benefits programs offering choice and flexibility

Generous pension and 401(k) savings plans

Why 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.