Projects Design Quality Specialist

Cenovus Energy

. Develop and maintain the Project Engineering Management System, including engineering processes, standards, and governance practices .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in project engineering management within the oil and petrochemical industry, focusing on compliance, resource utilization, and performance improvement. Capable of providing technical guidance and collaborating with diverse teams to ensure quality and cost-effective engineering solutions.

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Project Engineering ManagementCompliance With StandardsEngineering Assurance AuditsResource UtilizationTechnical Guidance

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Hard Skills

Engineering ProcessesProject ManagementPerformance MetricsRisk AssessmentsEngineering Standards

Soft Skills

CollaborationLeadershipProblem-Solving

Industry Keywords

Oil IndustryPetrochemical IndustryRefinery EngineeringEngineering GovernanceContracting Strategies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and maintain the Project Engineering Management System, including engineering processes, standards, and governance practices
Oversee project discipline engineering resources and external engineering service providers
Ensure effective resource utilization, performance, quality, and compliance with project requirements
Ensure engineering activities and deliverables comply with applicable standards, regulations, project requirements, and approvals
Promote fit-for-purpose, cost-effective engineering solutions
Collaborate with Project and Technical Leaders on engineering resource planning, performance management, and project execution
Partner with Supply Chain Management and Project Leadership to develop and improve engineering contracting strategies and service agreements
Conduct engineering assurance audits
Oversee resolution of engineering-related non-conformances and corrective actions
Monitor engineering performance metrics
Provide technical guidance, risk assessments, and recommendations for continuous improvement and project success
Engage project teams and service providers across US Downstream assets
Support successful construction, commissioning, and asset life-cycle performance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Legally authorized to work in the US
Bachelor's degree in engineering
12+ years of relevant experience in refinery or similar oil/petrochemical industry, including project engineering, management and/or relevant technical roles
Experience successfully supporting or executing a diverse range of assignments, activities, and/or projects
Experience managing engineering activities and supervising or influencing internal and contracted engineering resources
Focus on compliance with internal and external standards and requirements
Technical expertise and collaboration with diverse team members to drive quality, competitive engineered deliverables, and improve performance
Willingness to be located in or relocate to Dublin, OH; Toledo, OH; Lima, OH; or Houston, TX
Willingness to travel up to 20% across company sites

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous paid vacation
Annual bonus
Retirement savings plan matching
Long-term incentives
Medical & dental coverage
Life insurance
Disability benefits
Employee assistance program
Virtual healthcare coverage
Generous leave of absence programs
Fitness membership reimbursement
Internal course offerings
Education assistance for additional development
Opportunities to work on special projects
Leadership development programs for emerging and established leaders
Volunteer opportunities through Cenovus Cares
Donation grants while volunteering, up to $1,000 per event
Donation matching up to $10,000 annually
Staff resource groups
Competitive compensation
Career development opportunities