Mechanical Engineer

TC Energy•Calgary, AB

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The CGL Phase 2 Integrated Delivery Team is working with LNG Canada to progress the design of the expansion scope for the Coastal Gaslink pipeline system. The CGL Phase 2 Engineering team are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the design of the five compressor station sites along the pipeline route in British Columbia, as well as modifications to the existing brownfield facilities near Dawson Creek, BC and Kitimat, BC. This position will provide Mechanical design oversight for the natural gas compressor station locations, working in concert with LNG Canada and Engineering contractors involved in the project design and construction planning. The successful candidate must have in-depth knowledge of natural gas pipeline facilities, particularly transmission-scale compressor stations, and associated Engineering practices. The position will function within a group of high performing engineers representing the CGL project team, with a focus on ensuring the CGL Phase 2 assets are designed to the CGL defined Project Standards, relevant codes and standards, and will be safely and efficiently operable by CGL Operations upon turnover.

Requirements

BS or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
8+ years industry experience with focus on Engineering design for natural gas pipeline compression projects or similar scale facilities
Demonstrated commitment to safety in design, construction and operations phases
Ability and initiative to work independently, display creativity, and exercise sound engineering judgement
Knowledge of engineering design standards and applicable natural gas industry codes and regulations (CSA, etc.)
Knowledge of applicable natural gas industry construction practices in Canada
Demonstrated superior organizational skills and proven ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a major project environment
Ability to read and understand technical documents including information on new management concepts and new technology
Understands concepts of asset lifecycle management, system reliability and gas transmission operations
Ability to recognize and evaluate risks, hazards, losses and prevent conflicts between activities
Analytical, communication, facilitation and negotiation skills are needed
Ability to travel within North America as needed to support job function
Have and maintain a valid driver's license and safe driving record

Nice To Haves

Proven experience with TC Energy project development, and the implementation of company specifications and design standards in major projects
Proven experience with natural gas pipeline/facility projects in British Columbia
Registered with EGBC in province of British Columbia & APEGA in Alberta
Ability to operate within a complex organizational structure involving external counterparties
Strong commercial acumen and understanding of project execution risk assignment between counterparties
Understands and expresses complex and sensitive concepts clearly, correctly and in a well-organized form
Skilled in the areas of team facilitation, collaboration, negotiation and influencing, process mapping, problem solving and creative solutions
Ability to recognize strategic implications of problems and issues

Responsibilities

Lead the resolution and response to contractor inquiries (technical queries) issued through the course of FEED and detailed engineering, construction and commissioning for the CGL Phase 2 project;
Review 3rd party engineering deliverables (drawings, calculations, project specific specifications, etc.) to ensure work is executed and managed in accordance with defined Project Standards;
Assess and resolve variance requests originating from CGL project organization or project partners (LNG Canada);
Plan and coordinate engagement of internal stakeholders including operations, to provide input to and review of engineering deliverables;
Collaborate and provide engineering support to Project Stakeholders (Project Management, Environment, Operations, etc.);
Contribute to project design reviews with Project Stakeholders during FEED and detailed engineering;
Provide procurement support to include: Engineering & Material Procurement Assistance, Material Requisition Package review and endorsement, Technical bid review and endorsement, Qualification of suppliers, if required
Track key engineering deliverables and adjust engineering plans and/or resources to meet the needs of customers; responsible for reporting status to project management and making corrective actions as needed;
Identify changes and support management of change process to ensure integrity is maintained throughout the design development process;
Transfers knowledge through setting an example and coaching EITs and junior engineers