Project Development Engineer

At SECURE, we lead the way in waste management and energy infrastructure, providing unmatched security and peace of mind to our clients. Our strength lies in our size, extensive network, solid reputation, industry expertise, and a relentless can-do attitude.

With an expansive infrastructure network spanning Western Canada and North Dakota, we deliver essential solutions where they are needed most. Our partnerships focus on safely recovering oil and metals, disposing of liquid and solid waste, recycling materials such as metals, water, and oil, and reclaiming contaminated land to reduce environmental footprints.

SECURE is committed to innovation, helping our customers lower costs, reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and exceed their business, safety, and environmental goals. We go beyond expectations — mitigating risks, reducing financial obligations, and maximizing value for our clients.

Join SECURE, where we step up to make a meaningful difference in the industries we serve and the world we share.

The Project Development Engineer will be responsible for identifying, scoping, and delivering projects that support the company’s growth and operational excellence goals. This includes Management of Change (MOC) initiatives, intermediate sustaining capital projects, and optimization projects.

Working closely with internal business partners and external stakeholders, this role ensures that projects are not only executed on time and on budget but also aligned with business strategy, operational needs, and long-term value creation.

The ideal candidate is a strong relationship builder, an innovative problem-solver, and a proven project leader with experience in Engineering & Construction projects within the Oil & Gas industry.

This role is based out of Calgary, Alberta

Join a highly collaborative and cross-functional team that works closely with Operations, Engineering, Finance, HSE, and external partners to develop and deliver projects that drive business growth and operational excellence. The team values strong relationships, open communication, and innovative problem-solving, creating an environment where ideas are encouraged, and project success is achieved through partnership and shared accountability.

This role offers a dynamic blend of office-based project development and field engagement, providing exposure to a variety of operational sites across Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, and North Dakota. Working in a fast-paced environment, you'll have the opportunity to lead impactful projects, influence business decisions, and contribute directly to the company's growth while maintaining a strong focus on safety, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

• Project Development - Partner with business leaders to translate operational and strategic needs into well-defined project scopes, objectives, deliverables and economics.
• Project Management – Manage project budgets, scoped schedules, and resources, ensuring proactive tracking, forecasting, and reporting. Oversee execution and delivery, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Ensure full compliance with Occupational Health & Safety regulations in all project activities.
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and opportunities, maintaining transparent communication with stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Facilitate project handoff from construction/technical teams to Operations, ensuring readiness, training, and operational continuity.
• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with internal teams (Operations, Engineering, Finance, HSE) and external partners.
• Complete project lookbacks to support continuous improvement.
• Spend ~10% of time in the field with the ability to travel across AB, BC, SK, and North Dakota.

• 2–5 years’ experience managing engineering-related projects in the Oil & Gas industry.
• P.Eng., CET, EIT, or equivalent designation required.
• Demonstrated success in managing projects up to $1MM.
• Strong working relationship skills with Operations to drive project success.
• Proven application of project management best practices and methodologies.
• Excellent communication skills — both verbal and written — with ability to produce clear, concise project documentation.
• Ability to interpret engineered drawings, technical specifications, and contracts.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Assets

• Strong technical foundation (e.g., process engineering, pump & process equipment, reservoir/downhole, pipeline hydraulics).
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification.
• Field operations experience within Oil & Gas.
• Business development experience, particularly in aligning technical solutions to business growth opportunities

At SECURE, we focus on opportunities for growth and improvement; for our employees, our customers, our partners, and the communities we operate in. We are an energetic team, driven by the needs of our customers, and we care about making a meaningful contribution. We strive to attract, retain, and motivate employees by offering a competitive compensation package that recognizes employee contributions and performance.

In addition to rewarding job opportunities, we offer:

• Competitive industry wages and compensation programs which include:

• Employer-paid benefits: health, dental & more
• Health Care Spending Account
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Savings Plan

• Career progression
• A competitive employee referral program
• Industry-leading safety standards
• Community investment initiatives (Our Stories)

We believe our team’s strength comes from our diversity.

Every SECURE employee has the right to feel safe and welcome. We pride ourselves on being a respectful workplace where all employees have equal access to opportunity and support.

We are a trusted partner. We extend those same efforts outside of the organization through our respectful engagement with our diverse base of stakeholders in the communities in which we operate.

Applicants are not assessed on the grounds of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, or physical handicap. Our operations span across Canada and the United States, and we actively seek out a wide range of applicants for both field operations and office roles.