Operations Execution Planning Engineer

TC Energy•Calgary, AB

9d•Onsite

About The Position

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 Operations Planning East team is looking to add a new member in Calgary to support Canadian Mainline and TQM Systems Operations. We are seeking a full-time Engineer who has knowledge and experience in hydraulic analysis, operational coordination, optimization, and management of facility outages on TC Energy's Canadian-based pipeline systems. As part of a team, this role plans and supports the operation of TC Energy's Canadian Mainline and TQM pipeline system. The job functions are varied and change daily depending on current operations, and what is happening across the system over the short term and longer term. TC Energy is a leader in North American energy infrastructure, spanning Canada, the U.S. and Mexico, 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.

Requirements

Bachelor Degree in Engineering recognized by APEGA, including registration as a P. Eng; or equivalent Technologist Certification
5 or more years of progressive relevant experience
Experience in pipeline simulation modeling i.e. Synergi Gas Solver
Knowledge of gas pipeline hydraulics and familiarity with the Mainline natural gas transmission system is a requirement

Nice To Haves

Mature and self-motivated
Good planning and organizational skills
Good analytical, problem solving and technical abilities
Good oral and written business communication and presentation skills
Aptitude with computer simulation programs
Strong interpersonal skills with good influencing, negotiating and facilitation abilities
Work effectively in a rapidly changing environment with changing priorities

Responsibilities

Plan and coordinate the short term and mid-term scheduling of maintenance activities (up to 2 years) to maintain capacity for existing gas transportation customers, while ensuring activities are able to be executed as planned with internal departments as well as interconnecting pipelines and gas consumers
Prepare and review outage procedures for pipeline maintenance
Support capacity determination, derivation of shipper firm requirements, fuel use determination, and availability of non-firm transportation capacity
Often required to interact with a variety of teams including Gas Control, Field Operations, System Design, Engineering, Pipeline Integrity, Regulatory, Commercial, and as well as external customers
Occasional field site visitation to present and discuss operational topics
Perform various analytical/technical assignments requiring a general familiarity within a broad field of engineering/technology
Conduct independent studies and analyses to develop interpretations and conclusions
Problem-solve using a combination of standard processes or methods previously developed
Utilize a pipeline simulation model to analyze pipeline hydraulics and plan the operation of the TC Energy gas pipeline system to optimizes various objectives
Given the dynamic nature of the day-to-day operation, on-call and response to tight timelines is required
Demonstrate commitment to continuous learning
Mentor junior staff members, providing guidance to encourage and foster initiative and creativity
Other tasks as required