27 Jul 2026

Principal Metallurgical Engineer

Calgary, AB

Lead Technical Excellence as a Principal Metallurgical Engineer on High-Impact Energy & Industrial Projects
Agilus by Synergie is recruiting for a Principal Metallurgical Engineer in the energy sector in a hybrid work environment in Calgary, Alberta.
We are seeking a Principal Metallurgical Engineer to provide senior technical leadership across complex capital projects and sustaining engineering programs. This role serves as a recognized subject matter expert in metallurgy, materials engineering, corrosion, welding, and asset integrity, supporting multidisciplinary teams delivering projects across conventional energy, energy transition, refining, gas processing, hydrogen, and industrial sectors. You'll influence critical engineering decisions, mentor technical teams, and help drive technical excellence across major project portfolios.
What's in it for you:

$92.00 - $115.00 hourly
Earn a competitive compensation package ranging from $192,000 to $240,000 annually
Receive an hourly equivalent of approximately $92 to $115 per hour
Work on complex, high-profile projects within energy and industrial sectors
Influence technical strategy and engineering standards across major project portfolios
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and industry-leading technical experts
Grow your professional impact through leadership, mentorship, and client advisory responsibilities

A typical day:

Provide technical leadership in metallurgy, materials selection, corrosion engineering, welding, and failure analysis
Develop and govern engineering standards, specifications, and best practices across projects
Review and approve complex materials, corrosion, fabrication, and integrity management decisions
Advise clients on asset integrity, corrosion mitigation, life-cycle management, and risk reduction strategies
Mentor engineers and support technical development across the materials engineering discipline
Conduct site visits and support troubleshooting of corrosion, degradation, and fabrication-related issues

Requirements:

Hold a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Metallurgical Engineering or a closely related discipline
Maintain or be eligible for Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) registration with APEGA
Demonstrate extensive experience in metallurgy, materials engineering, corrosion, and welding within energy or industrial facilities
Apply strong knowledge of ASME, CSA, API, ASTM, and NACE/AMPP codes and standards
Lead technical execution on large multidisciplinary engineering projects and programs
Communicate effectively with clients, project teams, and stakeholders while providing expert technical guidance

This posting is for an active opening.

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Agilus by Synergie is committed to employ people from diverse backgrounds and we actively demonstrate inclusiveness through fair, equitable and accessible hiring practices. We recognize the strength that comes from different experiences, backgrounds and perspectives and welcome candidates who identify as visible minorities, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons within the LGBTQ+ community. We feel it is important as an organization that all people have access and opportunity to be employed, to be valued and to be respected.

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