Chris Zahara

Chris Zahara is an experienced engineering professional with a robust background in mechanical engineering and commercial operations, currently serving as the Commercial Operations Manager at Altex Industries Inc. since September 2021. Previously, Chris held senior engineering roles at companies like Compass Compression and Bantrel, focusing on the design of heat exchangers and pressure vessels for the oil and gas industry. With prior experience as a Senior Reliability Engineer at Suncor Energy, Chris has developed equipment strategies for major oil sands facilities. Chris has also managed engineering teams at Exchanger Industries and Altex, emphasizing quality control and compliance with industry standards. Chris holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Calgary, an Engineering Management Certificate from the University of Alberta, and a diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology from the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology.