Compression Engineer

TC Energy • Mandan, ND

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

TC Energy is seeking a Compression Engineer for its Compression / BOP Team. The role supports compressor facilities and their mechanical equipment, including reciprocating and turbine/centrifugal compressor units and balance-of-plant systems such as air systems, piping, valves, and tanks. The engineer provides technical support to assigned compressor stations and applies in-depth knowledge of industrial equipment used in gas compression systems.

The position supports daily operations, investigates equipment failures and abnormal events, develops engineering solutions and projects, and advises on maintenance and operational needs. It also contributes to facility compliance, engineering standards, project design and construction, commissioning, training, and safety programs. The role involves field conditions and travel, and requires availability for overtime, extended hours, and call-outs as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited institution in Mechanical, Chemical, Petroleum, or Civil Engineering.
• At least 6 years of industry experience with natural gas compression facilities or similar equipment.
• Previously demonstrated dedication to safety.
• Ability and initiative to work independently, show creativity, and exercise sound judgment.
• Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to manage projects within scope and budget.
• Effective analytical skills.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment and support team objectives.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to work with field teams, management, third-party resources, and other technical resources.
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to handle rapidly shifting priorities and multiple concurrent projects, including resolving complex problems in stressful situations.
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record, maintained throughout employment.
• Successful completion of pre-employment medical screening, including drug and alcohol testing.
• Availability for overtime, extended work hours, and call-outs as needed.
• Willingness to travel to other company locations for temporary assignments, meetings, or training, including occasional overnight stays.
• Legal authorization to work in the country where the position is based without restrictions.
• Successful completion of required background screening, which may include criminal and/or credit checks.

Nice To Haves

• In-depth knowledge of reciprocating and turbine-drive compressor units and ancillary equipment.
• Comprehensive understanding of DOT 192 and 193.
• Comprehensive understanding of ASME B31.1, B31.3, B31.8, and API codes and standards.
• Professional Engineering License, or willingness to pursue licensure.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day engineering support to Operations at assigned compressor stations.
• Conduct root cause investigations and diagnose significant failures and abnormal operating events.
• Develop cost-effective engineering solutions to urgent operational issues, including compressor startup or shutdown problems, contamination, capacity deficiencies, gas conditioning issues, piping problems, and auxiliary system malfunctions.
• Identify, scope, estimate, and engineer break-fix projects and longer-term capital and maintenance projects.
• Provide operational and maintenance recommendations using oil and coolant analyses, performance and vibration test results, remote condition-monitoring notifications, and borescope inspections.
• Verify the capacity of pressure-limiting and overpressure-protection devices.
• Interpret codes or coordinate third-party reviews for compressor-station issues and installations.
• Assist with PHMSA audit preparation and response, and support facility audits for compliance with company requirements and applicable codes.
• Develop engineering design standards and operations supplements.
• Provide expert witness testimony regarding compressor operation and engineering issues.
• Provide facility expertise during project scoping and design, including participation in 30%, 60%, and 90% design reviews.
• Provide technical support during facility construction and commissioning.
• Approve pipeline test data reports.
• Determine spare-parts requirements and perform gas-loss calculations.
• Develop project-specific blowdown and purge plans.
• Provide subject-specific on-the-job training and compressor-related information to stakeholders.
• Mentor field teams under technician qualification and operator qualification programs.
• Participate in process safety, practice of engineering, management of change, and root cause analysis programs, and promote a strong safety culture.
• Perform other tasks as required.

Benefits

• Hybrid work model for eligible office-based employees in Canada, the U.S., and Mexico.
• Flexible dress code for eligible office-based employees in Canada, the U.S., and Mexico.
• Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level