Pipeline Integrity Engineer

Determined, imaginative, curious—if these are some of the ways you describe yourself, we want to learn more about you!

At TC Energy, we are proud to connect the world to the energy it needs. Guided by our values of safety in every step, personal accountability, one team and active learning, we deliver the critical energy that North America and the world rely on while balancing reliability, affordability and sustainability.

The Opportunity

Our Pipeline Integrity Field services team is looking to add to the team in Charleston, WV to support the pipeline integrity assessment and repairs group.

We are seeking a motivated Pipeline Integrity Engineer who has knowledge and experience in fitness for service evaluations, repair determinations and pipeline operations. This individual has the proven skills, competencies and capacity to ensure pipeline repairs decisions are made using prudent engineering practices and to provide engineering support for various pipeline integrity functions.

What you’ll do

- Support and drive a strong safety culture in line with corporate and department initiatives.

- Provide decisions for pipeline repairs (RSTRENG, dent strain analysis, sleeves, leak repairs, composite reinforcements).

- Support Operations and US Regulatory personnel with State PUC & PHMSA audits (49 CFR 192).

- Develop regional scopes of work aligned with strategic Capex initiatives.

- Collaborate with Project Teams during review of Front End Engineering and Design(FEED).

- Maintain assigned policy, plan, and procedures with current industry standards.

- Be engaged with industry affiliates and knowledgeable of current / changing regulations and internal operating procedures.

- Participate in industry events (PRCI, INGAA, SGA).

- Provide expertise, technical support, and training in technical areas such as Pipeline Assessment, Equipment Maintenance, Failure Investigation, Risk Management, Pipe Design, Pipeline Construction and Pipeline Operations and Maintenance.

- Work with internal stakeholders in Technical and Operational Services, US Gas Operations field teams and management, Commercial Operations, Projects and the Technical Center to ensure activities are completed to maintain the integrity and compliant operation of system assets.

- Perform Engineering Assessments for increasing pipeline pressures, Operational changes, assessing pipeline reliability and for developing strategies to mitigate threats to pipeline integrity.

Minimum Qualifications

- 3 Years’ of relevant experience

- A degree in relevant engineering major from an accredited university or degree in related major with commensurate relevant industry experience

- Exposure to applicable industry codes and standards (CFR 192, ASME B31.8 etc.)

- Proven experience conducting direct assessment of pipeline defects in excavations, with demonstrated ability to evaluate real-time conditions

- Extensive background making critical repair decisions based on in-ditch findings, including utilizing non-destructive testing (NDT) methodologies results to evaluate materials at risk for leaks, corrosion, or failure

- Advanced knowledge of pipeline repair methodologies

Preferred Qualifications

- PE or EIT

- Working knowledge and exposure to various inspection technologies used in pipeline integrity assessments

This position requires candidates to:

- Demonstrated ability to succeed in a changing environment with sound decision making, judgment and independent action is required in line with regulation, company policies and procedures, company values and business objectives and targets.

- Proven analytical and critical thinking skills with a pro-active approach to problem identification and resolution

- Proven team player with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships

- Proven interpersonal and communication skills

- Demonstrated ability to initiate change and help others adapt to a continuously changing environment

- Demonstrated ability to create and sustain critical partnerships

- Ability to work independently

- Ability to manage team members in remote locations

- Successfully complete pre-employment medical screening including drug and alcohol testing

- Have and maintain a valid driver's license and provide a driver's abstract (record) for review

- Travel to other company locations for temporary assignments, meetings or training (estimated up to 25% of work schedule)

- Be part of an on-call rotation and provide emergency support as required

To remain competitive, support our high-performance culture and allow for more flexibility in the way we work, we offer a hybrid work model and flexible dress code for our eligible office-based workforce in Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. #LI-Hybrid

About our business

We are a leader in North American energy infrastructure, spanning Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. Every day, our dedicated team proudly connects the world to the energy it needs—moving over 30 per cent of the cleaner-burning natural gas used across the continent. Complemented by strategic ownership and low-risk investments in power generation, our infrastructure fuels industries and generates affordable, reliable and sustainable power across North America, while enabling LNG exports to global markets.

TC Energy is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program supervised by the US government. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. We are also committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. Applicants requiring accommodations or accessible formats are encouraged to contact us at careers@tcenergy.com for support.

All applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country where the position is based, without restrictions. Background screening is required for all positions, which may include criminal and/or credit checks. Offers may be extended at a different level or job title that best aligns with the successful candidate's qualifications.

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Thank you for considering TC Energy in your career journey.