Compression Engineer

TC Energy•Mandan, ND

13h

About The Position

TC Energy is seeking a Compression Engineer to support its Compression / BOP Team and compressor facilities in the region. The role supports a variety of compression equipment, including reciprocating units and turbine/centrifugal compressor units, as well as balance-of-plant systems such as air systems, piping, valves, tanks, and other equipment needed for reliable facility operation. The successful candidate will provide support for all mechanical equipment at assigned compressor stations and will need in-depth knowledge of industrial equipment used in gas compression systems. The engineer supports station operations, investigates failures and abnormal events, develops engineering solutions, and scopes and delivers repair, capital, and maintenance projects. The role also provides technical expertise across facility audits, engineering standards, project design and construction, commissioning, equipment condition monitoring, code interpretation, process safety, and training. The position requires collaboration with field teams, management, third-party resources, and other technical teams. The position requires a valid driver's license and safe driving record, successful completion of pre-employment medical screening including drug and alcohol testing, and availability for overtime, extended work hours, and call-outs as needed. The work may involve exposure to escaping gas, adverse weather, heights, lifting, and cramped conditions. Travel to other company locations for temporary assignments, meetings, or training may involve overnight stays. TC Energy describes a hybrid work model for eligible office-based employees in Canada, the U.S., and Mexico; the posting does not specifically state whether this position is eligible.

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, display creativity, and exercise sound judgment.
Superior organizational skills and demonstrated ability to manage projects within scope and budget.
Effective analytical skills.
Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment and support team objectives.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work closely with field teams, management, and third-party resources, and coordinate work with other appropriate 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 overnight stays away from home.
Legal authorization to work in the country where the position is based, without restrictions.
Driving a motor vehicle is an essential job function.

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 support to Operations at assigned compressor stations.
Conduct root cause analysis investigations and diagnose significant failures and abnormal operating events.
Develop cost-effective engineering solutions to urgent equipment and facility problems, including compressor startup and shutdown issues, faults, contamination, capacity deficiencies, gas conditioning problems, station piping issues, and auxiliary system malfunctions.
Identify, scope, estimate, and engineer break-fix projects to repair failed systems, machines, or components.
Identify, scope, estimate, and engineer capital and maintenance projects that provide long-term solutions to facility defects and systemic issues.
Provide operational and maintenance recommendations based on oil and coolant analyses, performance and vibration test results, remote condition monitoring analytics, and borescope inspections.
Verify adequate capacity of pressure-limiting and overpressure-protection devices.
Provide code interpretation services or coordinate third-party reviews for compressor station issues and installations.
Assist with PHMSA audit preparation and response.
Support facility audits to ensure compliance with company standards, policies, procedures, and governmental and industry 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 to project teams during facility construction and commissioning.
Approve pipeline test data reports.
Determine spare parts requirements.
Perform gas loss calculations.
Develop project-specific blowdown and purge plans.
Provide subject-specific on-the-job training.
Provide compressor-related information and data to a wide variety of stakeholders.
Mentor field teams in accordance with technician qualification and operator qualification (OQ) program procedures.
Participate in process safety, practice of engineering, management of change, and root cause analysis programs.
Promote a strong company safety culture through involvement and leading by example.
Perform other tasks as required.