Lead Process Engineer

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

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reference
Job reference 1269940
location
Location Calgary, Alberta, Canada
sector
Sector Infrastructure
function
Function Engineering & Design
type
Employment type Contract
date
Date published February 27, 2026

Airswift is seeking a Lead Process Engineer to work on a long term assignment with a client of ours - a major EPC company - in Calgary, AB.

The Lead Process Engineer provides technical leadership and project delivery oversight for process engineering services to Client and its customers. This role combines hands-on technical expertise with strong team leadership, coordination across disciplines, and accountability for quality, schedule, and budget performance on assigned projects.



RESPONSIBILITIES

Project & Technical Leadership

  • Lead process engineering scope on assigned projects, ensuring deliverables meet Client, client, and regulatory requirements.

  • Own the process engineering scope, schedule, and quality for assigned projects or project areas.

  • Provide technical leadership and guidance throughout all project phases including feasibility, FEED, detailed design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.

  • Ensure project scope is clearly defined and manage changes in accordance with project change management procedures.

  • Participate in project meetings, design reviews, HAZIDs/HAZOPs, and client engagements.

  • Provide technical input during procurement, including requisitions, bid evaluations, and purchase order technical reviews.

  • Proactively identify technical risks and execution challenges, developing practical solutions in collaboration with the project team.

Team Leadership & Coordination

  • Lead, coordinate, and mentor process engineers and designers assigned to projects.

  • Define work packages, allocate resources, and manage workload distribution across the team, including promoting workshare where appropriate.

  • Provide coaching, technical oversight, and performance feedback to team members.

  • Support the professional development of junior and intermediate process engineers through mentoring and technical guidance.

  • Foster a collaborative, high-performance team environment focused on safety, quality, and delivery excellence.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

  • Ensure all process engineering deliverables comply with Client standards, client specifications, and applicable statutory and regulatory requirements.

  • Ensure compliance with project quality management and checking procedures.

  • Promote and uphold Client’s safety culture and values across all project activities.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

  • Act as a key technical interface with clients, project managers, and multidisciplinary teams.

  • Proactively resolve discrepancies between Client and client requirements.

  • Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment of scope, priorities, and execution strategies.

Continuous Improvement & Technical Excellence

  • Maintain awareness of emerging technologies, best practices, and innovations in gas processing and process engineering.

  • Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering standards, tools, workflows, and execution methodologies.

QUALIFICATIONS

Technical & Industry Experience

  • Strong technical expertise and subject matter knowledge in one or more of the following energy industry project types:

    • Steam Assisted Gravity Drainage (SAGD)

    • Gas Processing

    • Cogeneration / Gas-to-Power

  • Proven ability to lead process engineering scope on complex projects within multidisciplinary environments.

  • Strong understanding of process engineering fundamentals and working knowledge of adjacent engineering disciplines.

  • Solid understanding of applicable local and international codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.

  • Competent in the use of MS Office Suite and process engineering software tools.

Education, Qualifications, Accreditation, Training

  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or equivalent discipline.

  • Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation (or eligibility/active pursuit, depending on internal requirements).

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