Location: Calgary or Edmonton is preferred; other locations will be considered.

Employment Type: Full Time - Permanent

Salary Range: SP1, Level 3, $ 60,160 - $75,200 per year. The final compensation for this position will be determined based on individual factors, including education, qualifications, experience, and internal equity. This position may be eligible to receive a Northern Living allowance. Northern Living allowances are provided based on the location of the position and where an employee primarily works and resides.

Energy / Chemical / Petroleum Engineer-In-Training - Hybrid

The Opportunity

Are you a recent engineering graduate eager to embark on an exciting journey in the energy sector? Look no further! The Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) invites you to join our newly established Engineering-in-Training Program—a dynamic learning and development environment designed for the next generation of engineering leaders. The successful candidate will be part of a team of almost 100 engineering roles regulating oil and gas and new energy operations in Alberta through the project life cycle of application to closure.

The successful candidate will participate in an 18-month training program which will provide exposure to difference aspects of the AER mandate and will involve a rotational aspect to ensure a fulsome experience including office and field operations. The first 6 months of the program will be in the Technical Sciences & External Innovation (TS&EI) Branch, with a focus on data analysis, reporting and how information can be used to inform different operational areas.

The rotation will then involve 12-months in the Regulatory Compliance (RC) Branch supporting Field Inspectors to ensure compliance with regulations and site approvals. The RC Branch promotes and compels industry compliance through education, prevention, compliance verification, and enforcement. The program will be overseen by the Principal Engineer, in the TS&EI branch who provides detailed engineering support on complex files and provides opportunity to work with subject matter experts on a range of current and emerging projects.

On completion of the 18-month training program, the new graduate will take a position in the Regulatory Applications Branch providing technical knowledge to support regulatory decisions over the life cycle of energy development, which includes oil, gas, bitumen, and new energy applications. This position requires interacting with other technical professionals to look at proposals holistically, liaising with applicants, clearly articulating risks associated with each application and making recommendations to the leadership team. It ensures provincial policy, guidelines and management strategies are incorporated into project decisions and organizational initiatives.

As part of the Operations division, the new graduate will be responsible for ensuring the safe and responsible development of energy installations and work with other engineers to support the transition to other energy sources.

Be part of a team of experts working to implement new policies as Alberta's energy profile changes. This program isn't just about launching your career, it's about immersing yourself in a regulatory and engineering adventure!

What your day-to-day will look like:

• After the 18-month training program, the new graduate will join the Regulatory Applications Branch. As part of a multi-disciplinary team, review and make recommendations on applications for new and existing oil and gas developments. Apply risk based technical review principals to ensure applicants are compliance with AER rules and regulations and ensure application timelines are met.

• Liaise with representatives from industry, the public, and internal stakeholders during the application review process on regulatory requirements associated with oil and gas developments.

• Compile, organize, and input data as required to support decisions.

• Perform desktop reviews to ensure operational risks associated to the development have been mitigated.

• Support enterprise projects by providing technical guidance and input, assisting with the implementation into our core business functions, and collaborating with stakeholders (internal and external).

What we’re looking for in you:

• Bachelor of Engineering from an APEGA accredited university or enrollment in the final year is required.

• Post graduate studies are preferred but not required.

• Experience in Energy industry is preferred from relevant summer/internship positions.

• Experience working as part of multi-disciplinary team.

• Excellent written and communication skills. Comfortable with presenting and speaking as an advocate for the team.

• Use of initiative to collaborate and enhance business processes and other related initiatives across the AER.

Additional Information:

• Please include a cover letter / portfolio as part of your application.

• All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada at the time of application.

• This role has a business requirement to work from Calgary or Edmonton. However, part of the 18-month training program will require a rotation to a field office (possible locations could include Grand Prairie, Fort McMurray, Red Deer) for approximately 1 year before returning to Calgary or Edmonton. Candidates must commit to the rotational assignment and have flexibility to relocate temporarily.

• The training period in the inspector’s role will involve approximately 30% field work (several day trips per week, minimal overnight). The remainder is office-based work.

• Pre-placement Medical required.

• Required physical demands: must be able to lift over 30 lbs.

• Possess a fully valid class 5 driver’s license along with a positive driving record.

• Should an individual with the required qualifications not be available, applicants with closely related qualifications may be considered. As a result, the position may be redesigned and/or reclassified.

• If you need accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please email Peopleservices@aer.ca. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

What we offer you:

• Great benefits from your first day of work

• Flexible Work Program - hybrid work and flexible hours

• Defined benefit pension plan(s)

• Flexible benefits program options, including Personal & Health spending account(s)

• Generous vacation entitlement and flex days

More information about working at the AER’s including our comprehensive Total Rewards package can be found in the careers section of our website https://www.aer.ca/providing-information/about-the-aer/careers/what-we-offer.

Application closing date : April 24, 2024 at midnight

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