Senior Engineer, Project Development

Trans-Northern Pipelines Inc.; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Pension plan

Generous vacation

Job summary

Trans-Northern Pipelines Inc. is seeking a Senior Engineer, Project Development to identify, develop, and advance strategic opportunities supporting growth and operations.

The role blends project management with business development leadership, stakeholder engagement, and cross-functional coordination across Front End Engineering Development, FEED, and design activities for prospective pipeline projects in Eastern Canada.

Qualifications

• Fifteen years of experience in engineering or related fields with project lifecycle knowledge.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement throughout front-end and execution phases.
• Solid financial and analytical capabilities with risk management experience.

Responsibilities

• Identify and advance growth opportunities and strategic projects.
• Evaluate feasibility, economics, risks, and ROI for proposals.
• Lead concept development, design engineering, and execution strategies.
• Manage studies, consultants, and technical assessments with budgets and schedules.
• Coordinate with shippers, regulators, and internal teams for decision making.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Commercial strategy

Leadership

Negotiation

Financial analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in chemical or mechanical

Professional Engineer (PEO or APEGA)

MBA (preferred)

Job description

Trans-Northern” Pipelines Inc. (TRANS-NORTHERN”) operates regulated pipelines to safely transport the refined petroleum products (gasoline, diesel, aviation, and heating fuel) used by Canadian businesses and consumers every day. These pipelines connect refineries in Edmonton to Calgary, including the Calgary International Airport; and refineries in Nanticoke, Ont., and Montreal to the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), with lateral pipelines to Ottawa as well as to Pearson International Airport and Pierre-Elliot Trudeau International Airport. We are committed to operating in a safe and environmentally responsible manner to protect the public, the environment, and the pipelines.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

We take pride in being a Canadian organization that fosters a community of dedicated, collaborative, and safety-minded professionals.The company is backed by three major shareholders, all of whom are Fortune 500 companies and prominent leaders in the North American oil and gas industry.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the VP Engineering & Integrity , the Senior Engineer, Project Development is responsible for identifying, developing, and advancing strategic business opportunities and projects that support organizational growth and operational objectives. The role combines project management expertise with business development leadership, stakeholder engagement, commercial strategy, and cross-functional coordination to support the Engineering & Integrity on the Pre-FEED (Front End Engineering Development), FEED and design activities on prospective pipeline, system optimization and station automation projects in TNPI’s Eastern Canada pipeline systems. These projects are currently in early development phase and are being negotiated as business opportunities between TNPI and its shippers.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identify, assess, and advance business growth opportunities, partnerships, and expansion projects.
• Evaluate project feasibility, economics, risks, and return on investment.
• Develop innovative and cost-effective solutions that support business objectives.
• Support commercial activities including proposals, shipper engagement, contract negotiations, and stakeholder agreements.
• Lead concept development and design engineering activities.
• Manage engineering studies, consultants, and technical assessments to define project scope, costs, schedules, and execution strategies.
• Ensure projects are developed in accordance with project delivery frameworks and organizational standards.
• Oversee project risks, technical challenges, and mitigation plans.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, external partners, regulators, municipalities, and industry stakeholders.
• Coordinate across business units to align project objectives, operational requirements, and strategic priorities.
• Facilitate executive presentations, project updates, and decision-making discussions.
• Assess project economics, capital estimates, budgets, forecasts, and resource requirements.
• Identify and mitigate risks that may impact project viability, schedule, cost, or performance.
• Monitor project progress and ensure delivery against business, safety, regulatory, and financial objectives.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to project team members.
• Promote risk-based decision-making, operational excellence, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Incorporate lessons learned and best practices into project development and execution.
• Contribute to project governance, standards development, and organizational change initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must-haves (minimum requirements):

• 15 years of experience in related fields. (Engineering)
• Bachelor of Engineering (B Eng) in chemical or mechanical
• Professional Engineer (P Eng) registered with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) or Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA)
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of project lifecycle management and commercial/business principles.
• Demonstrate strong project leadership capabilities.
• Demonstrate strong negotiation and influencing skills.
• Demonstrate professionalism in stakeholder engagement and relationship management.
• Demonstrate strong financial and analytical capabilities.
• Demonstrate sound judgment and strong decision-making abilities.
• Possess excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.

Preference for:

• Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• 20 years of experience in related fields.
• PMP Certification
• Pipeline integrity experience
• Pipeline toll experience
• Shipper experience
• Project economic experience
• Commercial and Business experience

WORKING CONDITIONS AND OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

• This position is primarily based out of our Richmond Hill office, located at 310–45 Vogell Road. However, flexibility is available, and the role may also be based out of our Calgary office, located at 109–5305 McCall Way NE, Calgary, Alberta.
• This position is primarily office-based, with the majority of work performed in an office environment.
• Collaborating with exceptional teammates to make a positive impact.
• Competitive base salary with a pay for performance philosophy.
• Comprehensive company-paid benefits package.
• Rewarding Defined Benefit pension and Savings Plan with a matching component.
• Comprehensive time-off policy offering a generous allocation of vacation days, as well as additional company-designated and flexible days off.

Stay connected to us:

We appreciate the interest of all applicants. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from qualified individuals and are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels valued and respected. Accessibility accommodations are available upon request.

Please note that only applicants closely matching the skills, qualifications, and requirements for available positions will be contacted for further follow-up and potential interviews.