Senior Stress Engineer

Acero Engineering Inc. (“Acero”), a dynamic company providing engineering, procurement and construction management expertise to the Oil and Gas industry is currently seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to fill a role as Senior Stress Engineer (7-month contract role).

Acero is focused on facility and pipeline engineering, procurement and construction management services; from concept evaluation to plant start-up. Our core service offering is in-house project management, process, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation and control engineering, project engineering, procurement, regulatory services, civil and structural engineering, and construction management.

Responsibilities:

• Perform detailed piping stress and flexibility analysis for Froth Treatment, Extraction, Utilities, and Oil Sands processing facilities.
• Develop and analyze piping models using CAESAR II or equivalent software for thermal, sustained, occasional, wind, seismic, settlement, and dynamic load cases.
• Assess piping connected to rotating and static equipment, including pumps, vessels, heat exchangers, separators, and compressors.
• Evaluate nozzle loads and ensure compliance with vendor allowable loads.
• Design and review pipe support systems, including guides, anchors, spring supports, and vibration mitigation measures.
• Prepare stress calculations, engineering reports, support sketches, and technical recommendations.
• Collaborate closely with Process, Mechanical, Piping, Structural, and Project Engineering teams.
• Other tasks/responsibilities, as required.

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited university.
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with APEGA.
• •10-14 years of piping stress engineering experience.
• Significant experience supporting Oil Sands, Froth Treatment, Extraction, Upgrading, or Heavy Oil processing facilities.
• Extensive knowledge of ASME B31.3 and ASME B31.4 codes
• Advanced proficiency in:
  • CAESAR II
  • Smart Plant Review (asset)
  • Pipe support and flexibility analysis methodologies
• Experience evaluating thermal expansion, displacement stresses, equipment nozzle loads, and support design.
• Victaulic coupling modelling and flexibility assessments
• CCO (Chrome Carbide Overlay) spool modelling and stress evaluation
• Wear-resistant piping systems
• Dynamic analysis and vibration assessment
• High-temperature hydrocarbon service
• Strong knowledge of Canadian engineering standards and industry practices.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to independently work on piping stress activities on medium to large projects.
• Commitment to engineering quality, safety, and continuous improvement.