Pipeline Engineer / Manager

Nscale•Houston, TX

2d•$120,000 - $180,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Nscale is seeking a Pipeline Engineer / Manager to lead natural gas pipeline engineering, design oversight, and construction support for the Monarch Compute Campus microgrid. This role involves leading the in-house pipeline engineering function, managing relationships with midstream partners and EPC contractors, and ensuring the reliable and safe delivery of natural gas. This is a senior individual contributor/lead role with the potential to grow a team as the company scales.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in natural gas pipeline engineering, construction, or operations.
PE license (Mechanical or Chemical) strongly preferred.
Deep working knowledge of 49 CFR 192, ASME B31.8, API standards, and PHMSA enforcement practice.
Background in gathering, transmission, or large industrial fuel gas systems.
Demonstrated ability to manage EPC contractors and outside engineering on aggressive schedules.
Houston-based with willingness to travel to Mason County, WV as required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Appalachian Basin infrastructure (Marcellus / Utica, TETCO, Columbia, Rover, REX).

Responsibilities

Lead engineering oversight of gas supply pipelines, laterals, regulator stations, and on-site fuel gas distribution.
Review and approve design deliverables from EPC partners and consultants for compliance with 49 CFR 192, ASME B31.8, and Nscale standards.
Drive route selection, hydraulic analyses, MAOP determinations, and integrity management planning.
Provide engineering support during pipeline construction including welding procedures, NDT, hydrostatic testing, and commissioning.
Manage interface points with midstream pipeline operators and ensure smooth tie-ins.
Drive QA/QC programs and resolve technical issues that arise during field execution.
Ensure full compliance with PHMSA, DOT, WVPSC, and applicable state and federal pipeline regulations.
Partner with Permit Manager and Energy Attorney on regulatory filings, FERC matters, and compliance obligations.
Establish and maintain pipeline integrity management and operator qualification programs.
Lead pipeline commissioning, purging, and start-up in coordination with the O&M team.
Develop operating procedures, emergency response plans, and SCADA/measurement integration.
Support fuel gas reliability analyses, redundancy planning, and contingency operations.
Lead procurement and oversight of pipeline EPC and midstream service providers.
Manage budgets, schedules, and change orders for pipeline scope.
Build and develop in-house pipeline engineering capability over time.