Austin Grant
About Austin Grant
Austin Grant is a Process Controls Engineer with a background in Chemical Engineering. He has worked at Canfor since 2017 and has previous experience in various engineering roles, including internships at WorleyParsons and Diavik Diamond Mines.
Work at Canfor
Austin Grant has been employed at Canfor as a Process Controls Engineer, EIT since 2017. In this role, he has developed advanced control strategies for various processes, including pulp machine MD control, bleach brightness control, washer level control, and pulp screens control. He collaborates closely with operations to optimize existing controls and enhance process alarming. Additionally, he manages occasional process improvement projects, contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of Canfor's operations in British Columbia.
Education and Expertise
Austin Grant holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from the University of Alberta, where he specialized in Computer Process Control. His education spanned from 2011 to 2017, equipping him with a strong foundation in chemical engineering principles and process control techniques. This academic background supports his current role in process engineering and controls.
Background
Austin Grant began his career with various co-op positions that provided him with practical experience in the field of process engineering. His early roles included positions at Imperial Oil, Diavik Diamond Mines Inc., and WorleyParsons, where he gained valuable insights into process control and engineering. He also worked as a Student Helper at Pillar Oilfield Projects Ltd, further enhancing his understanding of the industry.
Previous Work Experience
Before his current position at Canfor, Austin Grant held several co-op roles that contributed to his professional development. He worked at WorleyParsons as a Process Engineer for Research and Development, and at Diavik Diamond Mines Inc. as a Process Engineer. He also completed internships at Canfor in both Process Engineering and Controls, which laid the groundwork for his current role. His diverse experiences across different companies have enriched his expertise in process controls.