Senior Engineer, Refinery Scheduling Tool

About this opportunity:

Cenovus Energy is seeking a Senior Engineer, Refinery Scheduling Tool based out of our regional Columbus, OH office to improve, lead and innovate our scheduling processes for our refineries located in Lima, OH; Toledo, OH; and Superior, WI.

What you'll do:

• Spearhead the development and implementation of a standardized scheduling tool for Cenovus Downstream. Collaborate with crude and product schedulers to improve operational efficiency and consistency.
• **Ongoing Support and Optimization**: Provide continuous support for existing scheduling tools, ensuring they remain effective and adaptable to meet the evolving needs of the business.
• **Seamless Integration**: Coordinate the implementation of the new scheduling tool, ensuring a smooth transition and integration with existing systems while minimizing disruptions to daily operations.

Who you are:

• Legally authorized to work in the US.
• 5+ years' experience in Refining, Downstream Supply, or Product Scheduling environment.
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience with scheduling tools such as ASPEN Orion, AVEVA Schedule, etc., and understanding of refinery unit processes.

Preferred:

• Equivalent experience in chemical engineering or a Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering.
• Experience in scheduling an asset for either crude optimization or product blending and scheduling.
• Previous work experience in Process Engineering, Economics, Scheduling, or Supply/trading.
• Analyze data and use it to positively influence business decisions.
• Broad commercial experience both within a refinery and marketing environment.
• Understanding of crude supply logistics and trading, product marketing and logistics, and deep understanding of refinery economics.
• Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written, to engage effectively with collaborators at all levels.
• Proven track record of successful project management and implementation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access).
• Understanding of refining economics, with a preference for experience running LP (linear programming) software and analyzing output reports.
• Ability to work in ambiguous situations, remain flexible, and successfully adapt to a variety of working environments.

What we offer:

• Company-provided medical and dental benefits.
• Time-off.
• Retirement Savings Plan.
• Tuition & Professional Development Assistance.

We acknowledge the value of transferrable skills and may consider equivalent combinations of experience and education should you not meet a specific requirement.

If you require accessibility assistance to complete the on-line application or otherwise apply for an open position with Cenovus, its subsidiaries and affiliates, please email careeropportunities@cenovus.com.

Internal candidates in a lower grade will be evaluated based on job performance, demonstration of organizational proficiency, and discussions with their current leader before moving forward.

Cenovus Energy is an affirmative action employer, and we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, veteran status, national origin, or personal or physical characteristics protected by law.

Who we are:

Based in Calgary, we are a company that focuses on energy. Our operations involve producing oil and natural gas in Canada and the Asia Pacific region, and upgrading, refining, and marketing in Canada and the United States. Our aim is to improve value by developing our assets in a safe, responsible, and cost-efficient manner. We also prioritize integrating environmental, social, and governance considerations into our business plans.

We transport products from our refineries in Ohio and Wisconsin to customers across the United States using pipelines, rail cars, and trucks. We are the largest refiner in Ohio.

We've been named a Top Alberta Employer for 2024, a designation recognizing organizations leading their industries in offering outstanding places to work.

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At Cenovus, we value a wide range of perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds to drive our business decisions, tackle challenges, seize opportunities, and foster a collaborative work environment. We are dedicated to crafting a diverse and inclusive work environment where individuals feel respected, appreciated, and empowered. We aim to provide a safe and encouraging space where you can be your authentic self, experience a sense of belonging, and flourish. For additional information, including our inclusion and diversity networks, please visit Cenovus.com.

The requirements of this posting may be modified to support business needs. Title and compensation administration will be based on the skills and capabilities of the successful incumbent.

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