AC Mitigation Engineer

Stantec•Houston, TX

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

As energy availability becomes increasingly critical, there is no end to the scope and significance of your work—and to where it can take you at Stantec. Every day, we’re problem-solving and collaborating on projects that are as challenging as they are impactful. Whether designing a transformational cross-country pipeline, optimizing facilities, verifying the safety and reliability of an asset, or in the field overseeing construction projects, you’ll be joining a team of recognized industry experts on work that’s critical to our clients and our communities. The Energy industry and municipal sectors are changing—and we’re helping clients stay ahead of the change. Join a team that is working together with industry to deliver innovation for the long term on some of the most important and interesting projects around the world. Our Cathodic Protection and AC Mitigation teams are a sub-set of both our Integrity team and our Energy business unit. Our Integrity group is a center of excellence for Stantec and as such, in addition to Energy we work with other Stantec divisions worldwide, such as our Water groups, to assist and design cathodic protection, stray current mitigation and integrity solutions for the municipal and water resources projects. We are currently seeking an early career AC Mitigation Engineer/Engineer in Training to join our Corrosion Prevention team.

Requirements

Good understanding of grounding, electromagnetic interference (EMI), and/or AC interference concepts, including field data gathering and troubleshooting
Experienced with Canadian and/or U.S. standards, practices and applicable legislation
Demonstrated technical proficiency and attention to detail
Sound interpersonal, communication, analytical and problem-solving skills
Proven initiative, flexibility and adaptability
Strong work ethic and self-motivation
Excellent computer skills with emphasis on Microsoft Excel, Word and mapping tools such as Google Earth and AbaData
University degree in an engineering discipline (electrical engineering, with a background in electromagnetics, grounding, or interference, is preferred)
Licensed P.Eng., or eligible to obtain licensure (EIT / P.Eng. candidates with relevant experience will be considered)
Some prior electrical, grounding, or EMI experience is required – recent graduates without exposure to these areas are unlikely to be a fit.

Nice To Haves

AMPP (NACE) certification and CP experience are an asset
Experience with SES CDEGS software (or comparable electromagnetic/grounding simulation software) is highly desirable; candidates without direct CDEGS experience should demonstrate transferable modelling or simulation skills and a strong aptitude to learn it.

Responsibilities

To perform AC interference modeling
To design AC interference mitigation systems
To perform third party reviews of reports and designs related to corrosion, cathodic protection (CP), and AC interference.
To perform CP and AC interference system monitoring and evaluation.
To support clients’ Pipeline and Facility Safety Management Systems.
Modelling of complex pipeline and powerline geometries using specialized computer software (CDEGS), including extensive data input and analysis
Design of AC mitigation systems to reduce the risk of electrical shock to pipeline personnel, as well as integrity risks to the pipeline (coating damage, AC corrosion, etc.)
Assessment of CP and AC interference survey data
Design AC and DC interference mitigation systems
Third party review of CP and AC interference designs, reports, and inspection and commissioning data.
Perform engineering calculations (resistance, current distribution, ground potential rise, etc.)
Coordinate engineering aspects of installation of AC mitigation and cathodic protection systems
Develop detailed designs as required and collaborate with drafting personnel to prepare design drawing packages
Potential field work consisting of soil resistivity testing, structure potentials, right-of-way evaluations, and constructability assessments for AC mitigation and CP systems
Prepare technical assessment and design reports, as well as procedures and specifications
Support maintenance and updates to assessment criteria in accordance with evolving industry practices and stay abreast of emerging technologies
Delivery of accurate, timely and cost-effective integrity services that meet client, Stantec and industry/regulatory standards
Keep current on applicable pipeline and integrity codes and standards
Other integrity and pipeline engineering responsibilities including participating in varying projects on an as needed basis
Liaise with other divisions
Comply with Stantec’s EH&S program, with a focus on safety in the field
Adhere to Stantec’s Engineering Quality System
Establish and maintain positive client relationships