Process Control Specialist/Engineer

There's never been a better time to be working with LNG Canada.

We are Canada's first large-scale LNG export facility. With Phase 1 now operating, we've moved from project to business—and are preparing for a potential Phase 2 that could double our size and help Canada become a top-five global LNG exporter.

We are committed to safety, compliance, and top-quartile performance, while building a high-performance culture powered by people like you. Our made-in-B.C. LNG is lower carbon, responsibly produced, and proudly delivered to the world.

This is your chance to shape history—working with a diverse team of experienced professionals and mentors in an environment that challenges and supports you.

With gratitude and respect, LNG Canada acknowledges our facility operates in the traditional territory of the Haisla Nation, and we honour the First Nations across our business footprint and shipping route.

We foster a safe, respectful workplace where speaking up is encouraged, and we continuously strive to improve together. Protecting our people, community, and operations is our top priority.

We are proud to be a catalyst for Canada's new energy sector, setting the benchmark for economically, environmentally, and socially responsible LNG production.

Our Purpose

• Provide a secure supply of LNG at scale;

Connect Canadian natural gas to global markets.

Our Vision

• LNG Canada is a world class asset, Canada is a Top 5 global LNG producer;

Help Canada diversify its export market.

 Our Values

• Lead with Honesty
• Nurture our People
• Grow our Business
• Connect with Purpose

Come join the team making Canadian history

About the Role

The purpose of the Process Control Specialist/Engineer is to be responsible for the process control and safeguarding functionality to support safe, reliable and efficient operation of the LNGC facilities through the CSU phase to further fully sustain in the Operate phase. This includes - controller performance improvement, systematic plant troubleshooting and end to end production and value chain optimization. Culture of continuous improvement as well as technological improvements for performance enhancement for the entire facility will be a differentiator. Furthermore, the Process Control Engineer is expected to develop hybrid process engineering and process control competencies in LNG with a strong connect to Asset of the future aspirations of LNGC.

To succeed with us in the Technology Department, we need your enthusiasm to:

• Demonstrate deep appreciation and commitment towards technical safety.
• Display a strong positive attitude to manage change and improvement in our dynamic processes, ways of working and our overall performance as we evolve into a fully operating asset post CSURU (Commissioning, startup and ramp up).
• Always display strategic thinking in developing technical systems where tactical short-term decisions and constraints to (efficient) production are harnessed into 'eternal learning loops' mindset to develop and implement sustainable plans for LNG delivery to markets.
• Develop strong working relationships within and outside your team, stakeholders to boost co-operation and a One Team approach transcending into multi-disciplinary integration.
• Utilize flexible and incremental innovation thinking with well-developed problem-solving skills.
• Have courage to hold strong to views when challenged or challenging others with clear value drivers to preserve long-term asset value.

You will use your expertise to:

 Start-up and Stabilization

• Support operations and other interfaces on control and safeguarding schemes whenever needed.
• Act as a Technical Authority for process control in LNGC, supporting MOCs and future expansions like phase 2 as needed.
• Proactively get involved in the CSU and ramp up related activities while being an active member of ADT (Asset Delivery Team) when asked.
• Provide high quality support for process control and improvement of control and safeguarding systems for the LNGC and interfaces.
• Deliver process control aspects of LNGC in accordance with project HSE, technical standards, quality standards and procedures as defined in Contract and Project Specification, during design, construction, commissioning and start-up.
• Optimize processes via all the techniques to improve controller Pay special attention to control loop tests and tuning as well as putting Engineering Training Simulator to test (ETS) and position it as a scenario assessment tool.
• Support the organization to conduct performance tests and assess gaps if any and plan for removal of constraints after steady state is achieved.
• Review the process control content of plant modifications/changes as well as instrument trip/alarm settings such that plant integrity remains ensured and design objectives are met prior and post-handover from EPC.
• Ensure documents, i.e. control and IPF narratives, system functional design specifications, etc., are maintained and as-built comments are accurately kept. Participate in required HSE activities (audits, meetings, etc.) and demonstrate (by example) safe work practices and procedures to the contractors at all times.
• Develop fit for purpose start up tools for example – auto cooldown, systems performance monitoring templates together with process engineering team and ensure integrated dashboards during CSURU phase.
• Support the implementation of control and safeguarding functionality in DCS, SGS and FGS systems.

In Operate

• Continue providing process control services for the LNGC complex to maximize plant safety and reliability. Contribute to process optimization, control, operating procedures, troubleshooting and safeguarding systems of all facilities.
• Contribute to Process Control monitoring program (including KPIs) to identify bad actors and propose solutions to improve process performance. Predict future issues and propose solutions to solve mid/long term issues through proactive monitoring of controller uptimes and plant performance.
• Develop, implement, tune and maintain Advanced Process Control applications for the LNG plant and utilities post performance test run and position advanced systems as the backbone of the end-to-end facility optimization.
• Ensure Narratives are updated in line with MOCs.
• Leverage skills and technical knowledge to ensure operation within operating envelope, produce within design specifications and maintaining integrity of equipment. Lead application of process safety guidelines to prevent loss of production.
• Solve/troubleshoot problems, investigate incidents and minimize shutdown/start-up durations using process engineering knowledge & expertise. Actively engage with operation teams for the same. Build strong collaborative relationships with stakeholders like Operations, engineering and commercial.
• Closely interact with the laboratory to ensure methods, limits and sample schedule provide the correct feedback for supporting production, engineering and various process test-runs.
• Contribute to development studies and projects related to plant performance improvements using process control techniques. Keep abreast of latest technologies and accordingly develop tools. Drive case for change with the aim of improving train/complex reliability, efficiency, production and environmental performance
• Contribute to Ensure Safe Production especially on safeguarding, proactive and predictive monitoring.

To be successful, you will have:

• University degree or equivalent in Control Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical engineering, Applied Physics or Mathematics
• 10+ years of relevant Gas/LNG industry experience with demonstrated skills and relevant competencies in process control.
• Professional Engineer designation or eligible to in BC.
• Led/participated in process control projects (e.g. base layer control improvement programs and advanced process control projects)
• Wider appreciation of Gas/LNG business processes and principles and experience in a Gas/LNG Major Project is an advantage.
• Ability to contribute to decision support and assurance as well as organizing and/or carrying out hands on technical evaluations.
• Sound systematic approach to technical and multi-disciplinary challenges. Strong analytical abilities having knowledge of engineering tools and simulations etc.
• Able to integrate projects and initiatives while managing inter-cultural sensitivities and leveraging DE&I. Communicate with internal and external interfaces with strong spoken and written communication skills.

 This role requires that you:

• Be legally entitled to work in Canada (i.e., by way of Canadian citizenship, permanent residency, or valid work permit)  
• Live in the beautiful District of Stikine (Kitimat/Terrace). For applicants located outside of the region, you are encouraged to explore what Kitimat has to offer in terms of lifestyle including schooling, local amenities, outdoor adventure, and housing, to ensure Kitimat is where you would like to call your new home.
• During Operate: Work an office-hours schedule, approximately 40 hrs./week, 5 days per week, with flexibility to balance off time hours when required.
• During Commissioning and Start-up of Trains: Kitimat: 50 Hrs. per week, 10hr days.
• Are willing to comply with LNGC's drug-free and harassment-free work environment and comply with all safety policies and procedures.
• Undergo a pre-placement medical assessment of your fitness for duty, a background check and Pre-Site Access testing for alcohol and specified drugs.
• Know that this role will be expected to be on call on a rotational basis during the year and/or during site specific situations.

  We offer

• A Comprehensive LNG Canada relocation package
• A full suite of benefits including a flexible Medical and Health plan
• A Defined Contribution Pension plan with a matching program
• A competitive vacation offering to ensure a work life balance
• See more information about Kitimat

About Us 

LNG Canada is a joint venture of five global energy leaders—Shell, PETRONAS, Mitsubishi Corporation, PetroChina, and KOGAS—bringing decades of LNG expertise to Canada.

As the largest private-sector investment in Canadian history, LNG Canada is a long-life asset with a 40-year export license. Phase 1 includes two processing units ("trains") with a combined capacity of 14 million tonnes per annum (mtpa).

Together with our partners, we are exploring a potential Phase 2 expansion that would deliver more lower-carbon LNG to global markets, support Canada's ambition to be a top-five LNG exporter, and generate lasting benefits for B.C. communities and the Canadian economy.

Our guiding North Star is to safely and responsibly create and deliver value. We focus on safety, compliance, performance, and scale, while building a high-performance culture. Partnerships with governments, local communities, and First Nations are central to our success and will continue to shape our journey.

At LNG Canada, we hire for character and train for skill. We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the communities where we live and work. Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply—this is your chance to join a supportive, collaborative organization with bold ambition and help us build a thriving business.

 About Kitimat

Kitimat is a community of about 8,000 people located on the northwest coast of British Columbia. The community sits at the head of the Douglas Channel next to the Kitimat River co-located between salt and fresh water. Four seasons of indoor and outdoor recreational facilities and surrounding wilderness provide plenty of opportunity for an active, outdoor, coastal and river lifestyle. The community was developed in the 1950s to serve the aluminum industry. Over the years forestry and methanol industries were also located here. The airport is in Terrace, BC, approximately 55 kilometers north of Kitimat.

Kitamaat Village is located near Kitimat and is home to about 1,700 Haisla Nation members, living both on and off reserve, who have occupied the land in the area for thousands of years. We respectfully acknowledge that Kitimat is located on Haisla Nation traditional territory

Further Information can be found via the following Links: 

1. Living in Kitimat - A YOU TUBE local point of view
2. Kitimat Bound
3. Terrace Bound
4. Live in the NorthWest BC