Automation Advisor

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Suncor
Integrated energy company producing oil sands crude, refining fuel, trading energy and powering low‑carbon projects.
Lead automation projects across Suncor O&L sites ensuring safety, cost, and regulatory compliance.
10 days ago ago
Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Hybrid
Company Size
14,906 Employees
Service Specialisms
Oil sands development
Production
Upgrading
Offshore oil and gas production
Petroleum refining
Retail and wholesale distribution
Energy trading
Renewable fuels
Sector Specialisms
Oil Sands
Conventional Oil and Gas
Renewable Fuels
Refining
Energy Trading
Natural Gas
Petrochemicals
Lubricants
Role
What you would be doing
safety compliance
project execution
automation scope
instrumentation
work review
  • Ensures all health, safety and environmental standards are upheld; monitors the effective application of project development and execution best practices and addresses actions arising from Gate Reviews, Field Level Risk Assessments, Critical Controls Assurance activities, and Incident Learning Program
  • Accountable for safe, cost-effective and timely execution of portfolio of high profile economic and regulatory compliance projects across the 17 O&L Products owned and operated sites, including the Canadian Terminals and the Ethanol plant.
  • Support the efforts of the integrated team to deliver a portfolio of safe, efficient and effective capital projects.
  • Develop scope of work related to automation and instrumentation.
  • Review engineering work package developed by vendors for quality and meeting requirements of Suncor standards
What you bring
engineering degree
systems integration
plc
scada
oil & gas
communication
  • Undergraduate degree (or Technologist diploma) in Engineering, Applied Science or equivalent with 7-10 years' work experience
  • Excellent communication (written, verbal, and listening), change management, non-authoritative leadership and organizational skills
  • Project expertise in the development and execution of complex and development of startup and commissioning plans
  • This is an office-based role with regular overnight travel throughout Canada
  • Knowledge of review of controls system documentation like control narratives, logic diagrams, cause and effect diagrams, loop wiring diagrams
  • Oil and Gas industry experience, preferably in Refinery, Pipelines or Distribution operations
  • 7-10 years in systems integration and strong programming background of PLC, DCS, SIS, SCADA, or HMI systems
Benefits
  • Hours of work are a regular 40-hour work week, Monday to Friday, with the potential for extended work hours based on business needs
  • You will work out of our Calgary head office, located in the Suncor Energy Centre at 150 – 6th Ave S.W.
  • Our business professional roles follow internal compensation guidelines and the pay band will generally be based years of experience and scope of work
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
Revenue $52B
Annual Revenue 2023
The company reported total revenue of C$52 billion in 2023, showcasing its financial strength.
C$2.9B
Renewable Assets Valuation
The company spun off its wind and solar energy assets, valued at C$2.9 billion, to focus on hydrogen and renewable fuels.
  • A Calgary-based firm that built its roots tapping Canada’s oil sands and later linked upstream and downstream operations into a seamless energy pipeline.
  • Beyond mining bitumen, it owns and runs refineries in Canada and the U.S., and retails fuel through Petro-Canada outlets and electric-vehicle charging stations.
  • Its offshore ventures stretch into eastern Canada, and it trades commodities like crude, natural gas, sulfur, and petroleum coke across global markets.
  • The company excels in sector-wise operations including Industrial oil & gas extraction, commercial and utilities-scale refining and distribution, transport-fuel retailing, and energy trading.
  • Its typical projects include mega-scale oil sands plants near Fort McMurray, upgrader expansions like Syncrude, and refinery operations across North America.
  • The company has a strong focus on hydrogen, renewable fuels, and cogeneration while maintaining its expertise in heavy-duty energy solutions.
Culture + Values
  • Safety is a core value and priority in every aspect of our business.
  • We act with integrity and honesty in everything we do.
  • We hold ourselves accountable for our actions and results.
  • We are committed to operational excellence in all our activities.
  • We value diversity, respect for individuals, and collaboration across teams.
  • We focus on building strong relationships with our stakeholders.
  • We are committed to continuous learning and improvement.
  • We care about the well-being of our people and the communities where we operate.
Environment + Sustainability
2050 target
Net zero GHG emissions
The company has set a goal to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions by the year 2050, marking a significant commitment to environmental sustainability.
30% reduction
GHG Emissions Intensity
A target to reduce greenhouse gas emissions intensity by 30% from 2019 levels by the year 2030, reflecting a clear strategy to diminish environmental impact.
Invested $1.2B
Low-Carbon Investments
Over $1.2 billion has been invested in low-carbon technologies and renewable energy projects between 2020 and 2022, showcasing a substantial drive towards sustainable innovation.
30% water reduction
Water Use Intensity
Aiming to cut water use intensity by 30% by 2030, highlighting efforts to improve operational efficiency and resource management.
  • Renewable energy portfolio includes wind and solar projects across Canada.
  • Focus on developing sustainable technologies to reduce carbon emissions in the energy sector.
Inclusion & Diversity
40% goal
Women in Leadership
Aims for women to hold 40% of leadership positions by 2025.
5% target
Indigenous Workforce
Goals to achieve 5% Indigenous workforce representation by 2025.
30% workforce
Women Representation
Women accounted for 30% of the workforce and 28% of senior leadership in 2022.
  • The company has committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees regardless of gender or background.
  • Initiatives like employee resource groups and mentorship programs foster an inclusive work environment.
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