Steven Lukawitski
About Steven Lukawitski
Steven Lukawitski serves as a Senior Asset Integrity Engineer at Canfor, where he has worked since 2017, focusing on the integrity management of pressure equipment. He has extensive experience in risk-based inspection strategies and has held various roles within Canfor since 2008.
Work at Canfor
Steven Lukawitski has been employed at Canfor since 2008, holding various positions over the years. He currently serves as a Senior Asset Integrity Engineer, a role he has occupied since 2017. In this capacity, he manages the design, fabrication, installation, and certification processes for pressure equipment. Additionally, he oversees the integrity management of regulated pressure equipment, ensuring compliance with TSBC Regulations and the National Board of Boiler Inspectors standards. Prior to his current role, he was the Acting Reliability Manager for a six-month period in 2015-2016 and has also worked as a Reliability Team Leader since 2016.
Education and Expertise
Steven Lukawitski earned a Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) degree in Mechanical Engineering from Memorial University of Newfoundland, where he studied from 1983 to 1988. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in asset integrity and reliability engineering. His extensive experience in the field includes the implementation of risk-based inspection strategies for fixed equipment, showcasing his proficiency in maintaining safety and compliance standards in industrial settings.
Background
Before joining Canfor, Steven Lukawitski worked at West Fraser Timber Co Ltd in Hinton Pulp from 1998 to 2008, accumulating ten years of experience in the industry. His career at Canfor began in 2008, where he initially served as a QA/QC/RBI Engineer for eight years before advancing to higher leadership roles. His progressive career path reflects a commitment to enhancing operational integrity and reliability within the organization.
Achievements
Throughout his tenure at Canfor, Steven Lukawitski has been instrumental in various initiatives related to asset integrity and reliability. His leadership in managing the design and certification processes for pressure equipment has contributed to the company's compliance with industry regulations. Additionally, his role in implementing risk-based inspection strategies has enhanced the safety and reliability of fixed equipment, demonstrating his impact on operational excellence.