Pipeline Project Engineer

Our valued client, a large Oil & Gas Midstream company are seeking a Pipeline Project Engineer to join their team on a long term contract basis.

About the role :

We are currently seeking a Pipeline Project Engineer who has proven knowledge and experience in the development and design of capital pipeline projects for Natural Gas Compression projects, Auxiliary Equipment and Facilities.

Support the planning, design, and provide technical assurance of Pipelines.

The ideal candidate will also have knowledge in pipeline construction. While reporting to the Project Engineering Manager, the person selected for this role will be collaborating with the Project Management team to support project development activities, including but not limited to due diligence, permitting, technical advisory services and project management to support early stages of investment planning, through project development.

What you’ll do :

Provide Pipeline engineering technical direction and support for the design of multiple Gas Pipelines

Ensure that project designs are fit-for-purpose and demonstrated to meet project development expectations (such as performance and cost) as well as technical, regulatory, environmental, commercial, safety, operating, and maintenance requirements

Work with the project team to select and onboard the providers for Detailed Design work, and then monitor and provide oversight of the engineering contractor (who is accountable for detailed design)

Work closely with Development team to successfully meet quality assurance on time and on budget

Technical support for fabrication, construction and commissioning

Technical leadership, coaching, and mentoring of junior staff

Implement short-term and long-term solutions for mechanical integrity issues for new Pipelines and for operations

Manage relationship with consultants and SME’s (Subject Matter Experts) from various disciplines and other stakeholders

Liaison with the project team and support groups including, Engineering, Land, Environment, Procurement, Operations, to facilitate engineering management during construction and commissioning including management of RFIs (Management of Design Changes)

Assist with the review and evaluation of scope changes during construction

Technically support resolution of Non-Conformances generated during construction and commissioning

Review hydrostatic testing documentation

Manage the engineering workflow between construction teams and project teams

Provide engineering solutions that lead to effective monitoring, assessment and management of construction hazards on pipeline assets, with consideration given for the safety and quality of the solution and life cycle costs for the program

This position is viewed as the Company Engineering representative through the overall project cycles with high technical knowledge and experience.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, or other Pipeline Engineering related discipline)

P.Eng. designation and eligible for registration with APEGA or an equivalent governing body in Canada (Registered and in good standing)

Linear pipeline project experience, preferably with large diameter pipelines

Min. of 10 years of experience with a combination of Pipeline Engineering design and / or experience in the field (preferably majority of the experience is in the pipeline construction)

Knowledge in drilling techniques in Canada for open cut / trenchless crossing

Preferred Qualifications :

Strong understanding of the engineering design process, including cross-discipline knowledge

Knowledge of the clients infrastructure and familiarity with management systems and project delivery standards,

Experience with small and large diameter pipelines

Previously demonstrated dedication to safety

Ability and initiative to work independently, display creativity, and exercise sound judgement

Demonstrated superior organizational skills and proven ability to manage projects within scope and budget

Skills to effectively operate in a team-oriented environment with a willingness to support team objectives

Excellent verbal and written communication skills to work closely with field teams, management, third party resources, and coordinate work with other appropriate technical resources

Computer skills are required (Excel, Power Point, among others) to record findings, records tracking, and presentation.