Project Development Engineer, Front End Engineering at Irving Oil in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada | Kablio

Role

Description

stakeholder management

consultant coordination

benefit analysis

fel activities

document development

cost estimation

Responsible for stakeholder and sponsor management which includes communicating and collaborating with project sponsors and key internal and external stakeholders
Facilitate project work and studies with 3rd party consultants, technology licensors and engineering contractors, while also directing, reviewing and approving their work and deliverables
Lead and/or actively participate in benefits analyses and business case development
Lead and / or actively participate in Front End Loading (FEL) 1 and FEL 2 project activities
Responsible for developing critical project documents e.g. Project- Frame, I Phase Plan, Project Design Intent, Decision Matrix, etc. and presenting to all levels of the organization
Support the development of project schedules, project execution plans and cost estimates

Requirements

refinery experience

refinery support

process simulation

microsoft office

engineering degree

communication

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to diverse audiences and effectively translate complex information into clear updates, reports, and presentations
8+ years of Refinery/Oil & Gas experience
Strong analytical skills paired with a structured, organized approach to managing information, tasks, and priorities—enabling effective decision-making and execution in fast-paced environments
Process simulation skills/experience is an asset
Minimum 3-5 years of day-to-day refinery support experience is required (i.e. unit process engineer, maintenance engineer, etc. involved in the day-to-day operation of refinery process units)
Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision, while proactively identifying risks, opportunities, and anticipating future program needs to ensure readiness and sustained progress
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and comfortable leveraging digital tools
Minimum Bachelor’s degree in chemical or mechanical engineering with P.Eng.
Effective collaboration skills
Experience representing the interests of refinery owners/operators in capital project development is a strong asset

Benefits

Work Environment – Work onsite in our beautiful home office building with access to a fitness facility, onsite nurse and a café
Paid Vacation – Plus an annual option to purchase additional vacation
Opportunity to give back to some amazing causes in our community – Choose when and where to make an impact with a paid volunteer day, company volunteer opportunities and a donation matching program
Flexible Benefits Plan – Including medical and dental benefits that are both in effect from day one
Competitive Compensation – Including an annual bonus plan, pension plan and parking allowance
Wellness Support – With an annual wellness allowance, paid personal care days and a 24/7 Employee & Family Assistance Program

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1924

Year Established

Began operations as a regional lubricant supplier.

300,000 bpd

Refinery Capacity

Operates Canada's largest refinery with a capacity of 300,000 barrels per day.

900+

Gas Stations

Maintains a vast network of over 900 gas stations across multiple regions.

$172M

Project Investment

Conducted a major refinery upgrade costing US $172 million, involving thousands of workers.

Specializes in refining, fuel distribution, marine shipping, trucking logistics, and infrastructure development.
Strong history of vertical integration, managing everything from refining to retail, shipping, and terminal operations.
Notably one of the first adopters of unleaded and low‑sulphur gasoline in North America, showing early innovation.
Privately held by the Irving family, it remains independent while evolving its assets and expanding in Europe via Top Oil.

Culture + Values

Safety is our top priority.
Integrity: We act with honesty and transparency.
Teamwork: We work together to achieve shared goals.
Excellence: We strive for continuous improvement.
Accountability: We take ownership of our actions.
Customer Focus: We are committed to meeting the needs of our customers.

Environment + Sustainability

Net-Zero by 2050

Greenhouse Gas Emissions Target

Aiming to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by the year 2050.

Investing in renewable energy, including biofuels and hydrogen.
Reducing carbon intensity in refining operations.
Working to reduce waste and improve recycling across operations.
Engaging in biodiversity preservation and water stewardship programs.

Inclusion & Diversity

Aims to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Focuses on creating an environment where all employees feel valued and respected.

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Careers at Irving Oil

Irving Oil Overview

Environmental Responsibility

Role

Description

stakeholder management

consultant coordination

benefit analysis

fel activities

document development

cost estimation

Responsible for stakeholder and sponsor management which includes communicating and collaborating with project sponsors and key internal and external stakeholders
Facilitate project work and studies with 3rd party consultants, technology licensors and engineering contractors, while also directing, reviewing and approving their work and deliverables
Lead and/or actively participate in benefits analyses and business case development
Lead and / or actively participate in Front End Loading (FEL) 1 and FEL 2 project activities
Responsible for developing critical project documents e.g. Project- Frame, I Phase Plan, Project Design Intent, Decision Matrix, etc. and presenting to all levels of the organization
Support the development of project schedules, project execution plans and cost estimates

Requirements

refinery experience

refinery support

process simulation

microsoft office

engineering degree

communication

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to diverse audiences and effectively translate complex information into clear updates, reports, and presentations
8+ years of Refinery/Oil & Gas experience
Strong analytical skills paired with a structured, organized approach to managing information, tasks, and priorities—enabling effective decision-making and execution in fast-paced environments
Process simulation skills/experience is an asset
Minimum 3-5 years of day-to-day refinery support experience is required (i.e. unit process engineer, maintenance engineer, etc. involved in the day-to-day operation of refinery process units)
Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision, while proactively identifying risks, opportunities, and anticipating future program needs to ensure readiness and sustained progress
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and comfortable leveraging digital tools
Minimum Bachelor’s degree in chemical or mechanical engineering with P.Eng.
Effective collaboration skills
Experience representing the interests of refinery owners/operators in capital project development is a strong asset

Benefits

Work Environment – Work onsite in our beautiful home office building with access to a fitness facility, onsite nurse and a café
Paid Vacation – Plus an annual option to purchase additional vacation
Opportunity to give back to some amazing causes in our community – Choose when and where to make an impact with a paid volunteer day, company volunteer opportunities and a donation matching program
Flexible Benefits Plan – Including medical and dental benefits that are both in effect from day one
Competitive Compensation – Including an annual bonus plan, pension plan and parking allowance
Wellness Support – With an annual wellness allowance, paid personal care days and a 24/7 Employee & Family Assistance Program

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found