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Software Developer Contract Jobs in Edmonton, AB

... software changes of any kind. Established in 2008, Trindent Consulting has quickly garnered a ... Trindent Consulting specializes in process engineering & optimization. Without capital investment ...

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... software changes of any kind. Established in 2008, Trindent Consulting has quickly garnered a ... Trindent Consulting specializes in process engineering & optimization. Without capital investment ...

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... software changes of any kind. Established in 2008, Trindent Consulting has quickly garnered a ... Trindent Consulting specializes in process engineering & optimization. Without capital investment ...

You will collaborate with engineers, designers, and project teams throughout Canada, contributing ... Use collaboration software platforms such as ProjectWise, BIM360, and Autodesk Construction Cloud.

Junior Estimator

Edmonton, AB · On-site

CA$65K - CA$75K/yr

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent engineering graduate, EIT, or Engineering ... Review RFQs, drawings, specifications, and contract documents. * Perform material takeoffs and ...

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A Software Developer Contract job is a temporary or project-based position where a developer is hired for a specific duration, typically through a contract agreement. Contractors may work independently, for an agency, or directly with a company to develop, test, and maintain software applications. These roles often offer flexibility but may not include benefits like health insurance or paid time off. Contract developers are usually paid hourly or per project and may work remotely or on-site depending on the employer's needs.

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Refinery Planner (NA)

Trindent Consulting

Edmonton, AB • Remote

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

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Job description

Salary: CAD 145,000 - 250,000

ABOUT TRINDENT


Trindent Consulting is a global management consulting firm that specializes in technical augmentation in the energy sector, specifically downstream oil & gas and large energy users. We are a profit improvement firm, first and foremost.

Weve helped over 100 clients achieve significant financial benefits that yield between 5001500% return-on-investment within the 1st year and weve done that without capital investments or software changes of any kind.

Established in 2008, Trindent Consulting has quickly garnered a reputation as a firm that Makes It Happen. We are ranked as one of Canadas Fastest-Growing Companies by Canadian Business and GROWTH 500 for 7 years in a row and named one of the Fastest-Growing Consulting Firms by Consulting Magazine in 2015 through 2020.

Trindent Consulting specializes in process engineering & optimization. Without capital investment we create actionable ways to sustainably increase refinery margins by 23%.

Refineries are extraordinarily complex businesses. Trindent specializes in several ultra-high value niches within refineries where tens of millions of dollars in performance improvement may be captured in the short-term.

Underpinned by data analytics, industry know-how, and technical experience; Trindent has implemented improvement engagements in over 40 refineries globally.

BUSINESS EXPANSION


Our Value Chain Optimization (VCO) practice is expanding globally. As part of this dynamic growth, we are building a strong pipeline of talent to support upcoming projects. While opportunities are not immediate, we are activelyengagingwith experienced professionals to identify qualified engineers in advance of client demand.We are gearing up for 20-25% growth and we hope you will join us on this journey!

We are open to discussing opportunities for permanent and contract roles, as well as roles that have 25%, 50% & 75% travel. In Canada, we are specifically interested in hiring via 2 hubs; Sarnia & Edmonton.

THE OPPORTUNITY


We have opportunities for Refinery Planners with strong experience in LP modelling, refinery economics, and crude optimization to support high-impact engagements across downstream oil & gas operations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES


Refinery Planning & Optimization
Develop short- and medium-term refinery plans aligned to crude supply, unit constraints, and product demand, execute and maintain LP models (Aspen PIMS / GRTMPS or equivalent), perform scenario and sensitivity analysis, drive Gross Refining Margin (GRM) maximization.


Crude & Feedstock Evaluation
Evaluate crude slates and opportunity crudes, conduct crude blending and assay analysis, support trading teams with crude valuation.


Economic Analysis & Reporting
Analyze GRM, product cracks, and margin drivers, conduct Plan vs Actual analysis, build financial models (NPV, IRR), prepare management reporting.


Cross-Functional Integration
Collaborate with trading, operations, scheduling, and finance teams to support integrated decision-making.


Scheduling & Inventory
Support crude scheduling and tank farm operations, optimize inventory and logistics.


Model Development
Improve and possibly build LP models, support data validation and digitalization initiatives.

KEY SKILLS & EXPERIENCE


LP modelling tools (PIMS, GRTMPS), refinery economics and optimization, strong understanding of refining processes (distillation, conversion, blending), crude and feedstock evaluation, production planning and scheduling systems, scenario and sensitivity analysis, strong data analytics (Excel, VBA), data validation and digitalization, market awareness (crude/products, margin drivers), cross-functional collaboration, stakeholder management.

QUALIFICATIONS


Degree in Chemical or Petroleum Engineering, 110+ years experience depending on level.


WORK LOCATION & FLEXIBILITY


Permanent and contract roles available.

Onsite (client-facing) and remote opportunities.

Travel requirements may range from 25% to 75% depending on project needs.

WHAT YOU WILL GAIN


Work on complex refinery optimization projects.

Join a fast-growing, dynamic environment.

Exposure to diverse projects and clients across Canada and possibly US.

We measure our success by our clients results.


Join us and Make It Happen!