Facility and Measurement Engineer, In Situ Conformance

Alberta Energy Regulator•Edmonton, AB

3d•CA$102,000 - CA$120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) is recruiting for a limited-term position to support the review of measurement and reporting plans for in situ oil sands facilities. This role involves working alongside a team that supports the review of oilsands applications and operations, as well as dedicated measurement experts to evolve review and audit processes. The engineer will tackle complex technical challenges, evaluate facility designs and measurement systems, identify risks, and help shape regulatory decisions that support the safe, efficient, and responsible development of Alberta's energy resources. At the AER, this position offers the opportunity to do meaningful work that benefits Albertans while continuing to grow technical and regulatory expertise. It involves collaboration with industry stakeholders, contribution to innovative solutions, and being part of a team that values learning, continuous improvement, and knowledge sharing, while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Petroleum, Mechanical, or Environmental Engineering, with education in Petroleum Production Accounting, or equivalent, preferred.
5–7 years of related experience in process, facility, industrial engineering, or regulatory experience within the energy sector.
Registered professional with APEGA or ASET, or eligible for professional membership is preferred.
Strong understanding of Alberta’s regulatory framework, including EPEA and OSCA, and their application to oil sands developments.
Proficiency with Directive 17: Measurement Requirements of Oil and Gas Operations and Directive 042: Measurement, Accounting, and Reporting Plan (MARP) Requirements for Thermal Bitumen Schemes.
Proficiency with oil and gas measurement systems, instrumentation & metering devices, and facility schematics.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada at the time of application.

Nice To Haves

Certifications or training in measurement systems, instrumentation, or production accounting is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Review, coordinate, and apply risk-informed technical review principles to in situ applications, reports, and submissions, including drafting technical recommendations and conditions to ensure compliance with AER regulatory requirements and applicable legislation.
Provide technical expertise in measurement systems and instrumentation, including reviewing and validating metering devices, facility schematics, MARPs (Measurement, Accounting, and Reporting Plans), and production or emissions data to evaluate compliance with applicable directives, identify measurement related risks, and support defensible regulatory decisions.
Conduct desktop surveillance, audit, and assurance activities across the project lifecycle, including the review of operational data, annual reports, and presentations, to evaluate compliance, identify trends, and recommend improvements to regulatory processes and operator accountability.
Contribute to sector initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts, including integrating measurement, instrumentation, and data analytics considerations into regulatory frameworks, processes, and tools to enhance regulatory oversight and decision-making.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including industry, government, and multidisciplinary teams, to communicate technical findings, resolve issues, and provide guidance on regulatory requirements, application expectations, and measurement considerations.