Chemical Process Operator

3 months ago


Edmonton, Canada Enerkem Inc. Full time

Company Description

Being part of a growing company in the cleantech sector and contributing to the global transition to a circular economy appeals to you? That’s exactly what our employees do every day. Enerkem is based on a revolutionary idea: transforming non-recyclable and non-compostable waste into clean fuels and renewable chemicals. Our Canadian-designed solution offers an innovative and sustainable alternative to landfilling and incineration while reducing dependency on fossil fuels.

Such an ambitious mission requires people who strive to make a difference. Our employees are the best in their field; they are tenacious and passionate contributors who transform challenges into opportunities. Our culture values individual ideas and contributions for the company’s success. It is an organization where you can lead and inspire others within a creative and dynamic team.

Enerkem subscribes to the principle of equity in employment. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that offers equal opportunities for all, where people of diverse backgrounds and characteristics feel valued, respected & supported. These values, which reflect the talent, experience and qualities of our employees, allows us to get the best out of each and every one of us.

**Job Description**:
Upon your arrival, you will support the Enerkem Alberta Biofuels team in the start-up, operation and optimization of the syngas production and gas treatment units, compressors, reactors, and distillation units to produce second-generation alcohols. You will report to the Operations Supervisor. This is an opportunity to collaborate with them as you enrich your career and work on Enerkem’s unique and disruptive technology.

Your role and responsibilities will be the following:

- Provide vacation and sick coverage for the Chief Engineer
- Direct and supervise the safe operation of the power and thermal fluid plant
- Operate the water treatment plant and oversee the water treatment program to ensure limits and parameters for boiler, condensate and cooling water systems are strictly adhered to
- Ensure that the logbook is updated with all matters pertaining to the safety, maintenance, testing, and operation of the boilers and thermal fluid system
- Sign the logbook as shift engineer at the end of the shift
- Provide effective shift relief to the incoming Shift Engineer
- Willingness to work overtime to support business needs
- Ensure that 2-hour rounds are conducted on all steam generators
- Ensure that 4-hour rounds are conducted on the thermal fluid system
- Notify the steam chief of any unsafe condition, accident, or fire within the required timeframe
- Troubleshoot the equipment under the scope of this position
- Demonstrate the technical knowledge, skill, and experience required to supervise the equipment under the scope of this position
- Take reasonable actions necessary to maintain the power plant in a safe operating condition
- Responsible for the maintenance of various tasks and projects as assigned by the Chief Engineer
- Intervene in the event of an emergency or a disruption to protect people, stabilize the process, and protect the environment
- Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and standards of quality and safety at work
- Work on rotating shifts (day, night, and weekends)
- Perform all duties in accordance with safety rules and regulations
- Perform other duties as necessary

**Qualifications**:

- Three to five years relatable experience is required
- Experience in gas production, treatment, and compression
- Experience in alcohol distillation would be considered an asset
- Ability to understand and follow all safety, environmental, quality, and operational procedures and policies are primary responsibilities
- Working knowledge of permitting and safe out procedures
- Familiarity with Alberta Safety Codes Act
- Familiarity with ASME Section I, and VII
- Sense of responsibility and ability to work independently
- Ability to work in a team and collaborate
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
- Concern for the safety of individuals and for the protection of the environment
- Openness to technological innovation
- Previous experience working with P&ID’s
- Ability to operate mobile equipment such as forklift, telehandler, and man lift preferred
- Applicants should be comfortable with working outdoors in all weather conditions, working at heights
- Microsoft Suite knowledge, including Excel and Word

Additional Information

At Enerkem, the well-being of our employees is at the heart of our priorities We provide a living environment where each individual counts and is recognized for their contribution to the success of the organization. We believe in the importance of celebrating our successes and having fun

We focus our efforts on developing talents and, among other things, offer opportunities for everyone to participate in stimulating projects as well as learning


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