Pipeline Designer IV

TRC Companies • NY-Liverpool, NY

19d

About The Position

The Designer IV - Mapper serves as a senior technical lead responsible for developing, maintaining, quality-controlling, and delivering mapping and geospatial design products for pipeline engineering, permitting, construction, operations, integrity management, and regulatory compliance. The position provides advanced mapping expertise for complex pipeline and facility projects, using GIS, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and other geospatial technologies. It coordinates mapping and spatial data activities across projects and supports multidisciplinary teams with routing studies, alignment development, environmental constraints mapping, exhibits, land and right-of-way mapping, and construction-support documentation.

Working with engineers, surveyors, project managers, environmental specialists, permitting teams, and clients, the role develops mapping solutions that support project planning and execution while meeting company standards, regulatory requirements, and client specifications. It also mentors junior mapping personnel, provides technical guidance on GIS and mapping practices, and helps establish quality assurance procedures for geospatial deliverables.

The responsibilities and qualifications also describe a senior pipeline design lead role, including oversight of pipeline design projects, review and approval of design drawings, coordination across disciplines, and technical leadership on complex pipeline routing, facilities, and crossings. The position requires extensive AutoCAD experience and expertise in pipeline design standards, mapping principles, spatial analysis, and data management.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree, technical diploma, or certificate in CAD, Drafting Technology, Design Technology, or a related field from an accredited institution; equivalent combinations of education, technical training, and relevant work experience may be considered.
• At least 15 years of experience using AutoCAD for pipeline engineering and design projects.
• Demonstrated experience supporting design and development of natural gas, liquids, and/or transmission pipeline facilities and systems.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GIS applications, and Microsoft Office software, including Excel, Word, and Teams.
• Strong understanding of pipeline design principles, industry drafting practices, and drawing production standards.
• Experience reviewing and approving design drawings, alignment sheets, crossing drawings, permit drawings, and construction deliverables.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable industry codes, regulations, standards, and best practices for pipeline and gas utility design.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, schematics, construction documents, and vendor-supplied data.
• Advanced knowledge of pipeline routing, crossings, constructability considerations, and right-of-way constraints.
• Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities with exceptional attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to identify design conflicts, evaluate alternatives, and develop practical engineering solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to interact effectively with clients, engineers, project managers, regulatory agencies, and contractors.
• Leadership skills and ability to supervise, mentor, and develop junior designers and drafting personnel.
• Ability to prioritize workloads, manage multiple projects, and meet project schedules and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Strong organizational and project coordination skills and commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

• Experience leading pipeline design teams and managing complex pipeline projects.
• Experience with HDD design, railroad crossings, highway crossings, utility crossings, and permitting support.
• Familiarity with natural gas transmission, gathering, distribution, and midstream facility design.
• Experience coordinating with survey, environmental, permitting, integrity, and construction teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Working knowledge of client-specific standards and industry requirements for major energy operators and utility companies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee pipeline design projects from concept development through final deliverables.
• Develop design strategies that support project objectives, schedules, and client requirements.
• Review vendor-supplied data for accuracy and incorporate applicable information into project design.
• Direct the preparation, drafting, maintenance, and revision of pipeline design documents and drawing packages.
• Review, check, and approve AutoCAD and Civil 3D drawings produced by design staff for quality, accuracy, and constructability.
• Conduct technical reviews of engineering and design deliverables for compliance with company standards, client specifications, regulatory requirements, and industry practices.
• Lead design and execution of complex pipeline facilities and crossings, including HDDs, railroad crossings, highway crossings, and other specialized installations.
• Support engineering teams in selecting and specifying materials, equipment, and construction components used in pipeline projects.
• Coordinate design and mapping activities with engineering, surveying, environmental, permitting, right-of-way, and other disciplines.
• Interface with project engineers, project managers, clients, contractors, and regulatory stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Facilitate client meetings, design reviews, and technical discussions to communicate progress and resolve design challenges.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities while meeting quality, schedule, and budget objectives.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable safety requirements, industry codes and standards, and company procedures.
• Provide leadership, supervision, mentoring, and technical guidance to junior designers and design staff.
• Establish quality control processes and conduct final design reviews before project issuance.
• Identify design risks, recommend practical solutions, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Serve as technical lead and subject matter expert for complex pipeline routing and facility design challenges.
• Develop and deliver mapping and geospatial products supporting pipeline engineering, permitting, construction, operations, integrity management, and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate spatial data activities and help ensure geospatial data integrity across projects.
• Support routing studies, alignment development, environmental constraints mapping, exhibit preparation, land and right-of-way mapping, and construction-support documentation.
• Provide technical guidance on GIS and mapping practices and help establish quality assurance procedures for geospatial deliverables.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) with traditional and Roth IRA options and company match
• Paid time off, ranging from 15 to 25 days per year depending on employment status and seniority
• At least 8 paid holidays per year for full-time employees
• Paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with applicable state laws
• Potential eligibility for the annual discretionary bonus program, contingent on company, business segment, and individual performance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree