Boiler and Furnace Specialist - Mechanical

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About the Role

Kent is looking for a Boiler & Furnace Specialist to support a SAGD project. This role plays a critical part in the engineering, safety, and performance of boilers, furnaces, burners, and fired equipment systems used in thermal oil sands production. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team responsible for supporting the design, specification, and operation of multi-fuel-fired equipment, including systems using alternative and blended fuels. This role combines office-based engineering, regulatory compliance, and site-based technical support in a highly regulated, safety-critical environment.

Skills and Responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Engineering and reviewing boilers, furnaces, burners, and fired equipment systems

• Supporting multi-fuel firing systems, including alternative and blended fuel sources

• Reviewing burner management systems (BMS) and safety interlocks

• Preparing and reviewing equipment specifications, data sheets, and material requisitions (MRs)

• Ensuring compliance with Alberta fuel safety authorities and applicable codes and standards

• Reviewing vendor quotations, drawings, and technical submissions

• Participating in FAT and SAT activities

• Supporting site inspections, commissioning, and troubleshooting

• Providing technical guidance to clients and project teams

In addition to the responsibilities listed herein, the employee may be required to perform other ad-hoc tasks as needed or directed by the supervisor or management. These tasks will be within the reasonable scope of the employee's skills, capabilities, and role within the organization. The intent of this provision is to allow for flexibility and adaptability in meeting the dynamic needs of the organization, ensuring that operational requirements can be met efficiently. All such tasks will be assigned considering the employee's current workload and with respect to their professional development.

Knowledge/Qualification/Training/Certification

• Mechanical Engineering degree

• Professional Engineer (P.Eng) registered with APEGA

• SAGD project experience

• Strong knowledge of boilers, furnaces, burners, and fuel systems

• Experience working with Alberta fuel safety regulations and authorities

• Experience reviewing vendor packages and technical documentation

• Ability to travel to site for inspections and support

Communication

• Excellent command of the English language, both written and verbal.

Behaviour/Core Competencies

• Safety-focused and accountable, recognizing the critical nature of fired equipment and fuel systems

• Detail-oriented and process-driven, ensuring systems meet regulatory and technical requirements

• Confident and professional when interfacing with clients, vendors, and regulatory bodies

HSSEQ

The Employee shall observe the Health, Safety, Sustainability, Environment and Quality rules of the Company; its clients and the governing authorities of the host country.

Details about the role

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Location: Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta

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Relocation Required: No

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Travel: Yes — site visits as required (up to approximately twice per month)

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Contract Type: Full-time

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Experience Level: 10+ years