Intermediate Pipeline Designer

Vista Projects; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Flexible work schedules

Company-sponsored social events

Half-day Fridays

Free parking

Job summary

Vista Projects in Calgary, Alberta, is seeking an Intermediate Pipeline Designer to assist in pipeline design and project execution. The role involves developing designs, coordinating with engineers, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

The ideal candidate has 5–10 years of experience in pipeline design and proficiency in AutoCAD. Join a stimulating work environment with a focus on innovation and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of pipeline design experience.
• Experience in oil and gas or industrial pipeline projects.
• Experience with document management systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of design documents and drawings.
• Develop pipeline alignments and routing studies.
• Coordinate with Pipeline Engineers for design integration.

Skills

Pipeline design experience

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Knowledge of CSA Z662

Familiarity with Civil 3D

Understanding of pipeline standards

Education

Diploma or degree in Piping Design or related field

Tools

AutoCAD Plant 3D

CADWorx

GIS applications

Job description

About Vista Projects

Vista Projects is an integrated industrial engineering firm that helps clients navigate the digital transformation of their projects and operations. Our proven project execution process is based on a “single source of truth” model that eliminates the potential for inefficient engineering designs, cost overruns and project completion delays.

What You Would Do in This Role

The Intermediate Pipeline Designer assists in the preparation of design documents and drawings during the execution of a project specific to their discipline specialty (Piping, and Civil). Duties include:

• Pipeline Design & Layout
  • Develop pipeline alignments and routing studies based on engineering, environmental, regulatory, and land‑use constraints
  • Prepare pipeline plan and profile drawings, alignment sheets, and route selection documentation
  • Design gathering systems, transmission pipelines, flowlines, and associated facilities tie‑ins
  • Perform pipeline corridor assessments and optimize routing for constructability, safety, and cost effectiveness
  • Coordinate pipeline crossings including roads, railways, watercourses, utilities, and third‑party infrastructure
• Design Deliverables
  • Prepare and maintain:
    • Alignment sheets
    • General Arrangement
    • Bend Schedule
    • Plan and profile drawings
    • Crossing drawings
    • Typical installation details
    • Construction work packages
    • Material take‑offs (MTOs)
    • Design sketches and markups
  • Develop and maintain 3‑D pipeline models using AutoCAD Plant 3D
  • Ensure drawing quality, accuracy, and compliance with project standards
• Project Coordination
  • Coordinate with Pipeline Engineers to incorporate process, stress, hydraulic, mechanical, and integrity requirements into designs
  • Interface with survey, geotechnical, environmental, and regulatory teams
  • Participate in design reviews and constructability reviews
  • Support procurement and construction teams with technical design information
• Quality & Compliance
  • Apply industry standards and regulatory requirements including:
    • CSA Z662
    • ASME standards
    • Client specifications
    • Provincial and federal regulations
  • Ensure compliance with company drafting and design procedures
  • Participate in quality reviews and design checks
  • Support management of change (MOC) processes and design revisions
• Construction Support
  • Provide design support during construction and commissioning activities
  • Review field change requests and red‑line markups
  • Assist with as‑built drawing updates
  • Support resolution of construction‑related design issues

Requirements

• 5–10 years of pipeline design experience
• Experience in oil and gas, midstream, utility, or industrial pipeline projects
• Diploma or degree in Piping Design, Civil Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or related discipline
• Experience supporting projects through FEEED, detailed engineering, construction, and commissioning phases
• Equivalent industry experience may be considered
• Proficiency with:
  • AutoCAD
  • Civil 3D
  • Plant 3D
  • CADWorx
  • GIS applications
• Understanding of:
  • Survey data and terrain modeling
  • Pipeline design codes and standards
  • Crossing design requirements
  • Pipeline construction methods
  • Material specifications and pipeline components
• Experience with document management systems and project workflows

Benefits

• A stimulating, fast‑paced and challenging work environment where you will contribute to interesting municipal and industrial engineering projects
• A robust and consistent recruitment process that ensures your colleagues are likeminded and comparably capable
• An opportunity to be part of an entrepreneurial, technically skilled team which has established leadership in innovative engineering solutions
• A strong value‑based philosophy that provides an informal, close‑knit team environment, where you and your family feel like a part of our organization, and not just an employee number
• Competitive compensation and benefits, including a performance‑linked variable pay program
• Company‑sponsored social events and team sports
• Flexible work schedules, half‑day Fridays and free parking
• An organization that values and encourages diversity