Associate Engineer (Hydraulics)

Socket.dev; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health benefits

Employee Assistance

RRSP match

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Education assistance

Hybrid schedule

Benefits discounts

Career advancement

Job summary

DNV's Energy Systems seeks an Associate Engineer (Hydraulics) to join the Hydraulics and Flow Assurance group in Calgary. Hybrid work model with three days on-site or at client locations and a reporting line to the Head of Section.

The role focuses on hydraulics and flow assurance studies, using SPS, Synergi, OLGA, and related tools, with involvement in energy transition projects and client communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited university.
• 0–2 years related experience.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word and technical writing.
• Ability to communicate with diverse industry clients.
• Detail oriented with proactive initiative.
• Knowledge of fluid dynamics and heat transfer basics.

Responsibilities

• Carry out hydraulics and flow assurance studies using software.
• Model systems from reservoir through pipelines and lines.
• Compile data and determine suitable methodologies.
• Document analyses clearly for client delivery.
• Engage in hydrogen and carbon capture projects.
• Collaborate within a team and review peers' work.
• Support regulatory reviews and business development.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Word proficiency

Strong writing

English communication

Python programming

Client communication

Education

Engineering BS degree

Tools

SPS

Synergi Gas

Synergi Liquid

LIQT

AFT Fathom

OLGA

HYSYS

Job description

DNV’s - Energy Systems North America Region is seeking an Associate Engineer (Hydraulics) to work in the Hydraulics and Flow Assurance group in the Advisory Services Department in Midstream/Downstream & Labs service area. This team of engineering consultants specializes in hydraulic and flow assurance modeling including single phase steady state and transient hydraulics analysis (Synergi Pipeline Simulator) as well as, multiphase thermal and hydraulic steady state and transient analysis.

The Engineer will be responsible for the initiation, development, and completion of the hydraulics and flow assurance studies for DNV clients. The position is based in the Calgary office with a Hybrid work model.

This position reports to the Head of Section in Hydraulic & Flow Assurance.

This position will be located in our Calgary, AB, Canada office, presenting a dynamic hybrid schedule where employees will typically spend three (3) days per week working from either aDNV office or client location/site. Further details regarding role-specific requirements will be shared during the interview process.

What You’ll Do:

• Carry out for Flow Assurance studies using software packages, e.g. SPS, Synergi Gas, Synergi Liquid, LIQT, AFT Fathom, OLGA, etc.
• Model systems from reservoir through well tubing, flowlines, risers, export pipelines, and single-phase transmission lines.
• Compiling data received from pipeline operators and determining the appropriate methodologies and calculations to solve the issue at hand.
• Documenting analyses and processes and procedures in a technical format to clearly deliver results and the implications of those results to the pipeline operator.
• Engage in innovative energy transition projects involving hydrogen and carbon capture pipelines
• Working effectively and efficiently within a group of engineers and consultants, reviewing, and verifying each other’s work.
• Carry out regulatory compliance reviews of client assets and facilities.
• Attending technical seminars to present technical papers of innovative work or projects and increase understanding of the pipeline industry and new technologies
• Business development within existing projects and customers

Responsibilities

• Generous paid time off (vacation, sick days, company holidays, personal days)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefit plans available to all employees
• Special programs – Employee Assistance Program and accident and critical illness options for you and your family
• Workplace strategies for mental help resources available to all employees
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with company match
• Company provided life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability benefits
• Education Assistance Program
• Flexible work schedule with hybrid opportunities
• Consumer discounts and rewards through our BenefitsHub
• Advancement opportunities

**Benefits may vary based on position, tenure, location, and employee election**

DNV is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status

Qualifications

What is Required:

• Education: B.S. degree or higher in Engineering (preferably Mechanical, Chemical, Pipeline or Civil) from an accredited university
• 0 – 2 years of related experience
• Microsoft Excel and Word, strong technical writing skills, problem solving, critical thinking, ability to pick up technical concepts quickly
• Ability to speak with a wide variety of industry clients for the purpose of communicating DNV services and capabilities
• Attention to detail, internally motivated, hardworking, strong interpersonal skills, professional presence, and takes initiative
• Microsoft Powerpoint, macro and Python programming experience
• Knowledge of fundamental fluid dynamics and heat transfer principles
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills
• We conduct pre-employment background screening

What is preferred:

• Prior experience using pipeline hydraulics software such as SPS
• Prior experience using process software such as HYSYS
• Knowledge of fundamental fluid dynamics and heat transfer principles
• AI and machine learning experience

**Immigration-related employment benefits, for example visa sponsorship, are not available for this position**

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AboutEnergy Systems

We help customers navigate the complex transition to a decarbonized and more sustainable energy future. We do this by assuring that energy systems work safely and effectively, using solutions that are increasingly digital. We also help industries and governments to navigate the many complex, interrelated transitions taking place globally and regionally, in the energy industry.