Pipeline Designer IV

TRC Companies • TX-Houston, TX

1d • $43 - $50

About The Position

TRC is seeking a Level 4 Designer with Oil & Gas Pipeline mapping design experience. The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of 5 years of experience in preparing drawings and in alignment sheet production, HDD (Horizontal Directional Drilling) design, and crossing permit drawing development, and must be proficient in AutoCAD. Additionally, experience with an engineering consulting firm is highly desirable. The successful candidate will be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of working both independently and in a team.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree or Certificate in CAD, Drafting or Design from an accredited vocational school, college or university. Management may consider other education and work experience to be acceptable for appointment to this position.
• 15+ years of experience in pipeline mapping and design.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with attention to detail.
• Strong understanding of pipeline engineering workflows and regulatory requirements
• Proven experience in HDD design and crossing permit documentation.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a team environment, as well as independently.
• AutoCAD, Civil 3d, GIS Systems, Microsoft Excel, Teams, Word.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with GIS platforms.
• Familiarity with pipeline construction processes.
• Knowledge of environmental and FERC permitting constraints related to pipeline routing.
• Basic understanding of MicroStation, ProjectWise, BlueSky.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain pipeline alignment sheets using Civil 3D and Skyline.
• Experience developing base files for FERC filings.
• Design and document HDD crossings, including profile views and construction details.
• Prepare crossing permit drawings in compliance with regulatory and client standards.
• Collaborate with engineering and project manager to ensure accurate and timely deliverables.
• Manage and organize project files using ProjectWise.
• Perform quality control checks on mapping and design drawings.
• Support field teams with mapping data and updates as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
• Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).
• All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.
• TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.
• TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico employees.

What This Job Offers

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