Senior Pipeline Hydraulics Engineer

Keyera; Calgary; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$3,500 plus 4.5% of base salary each年?

Saving plan options (RRSP, TFSA)

Defined Contribution Pension Plan up 〜

Wellness Personal Spending Account

Job summary

Keyera is seeking a Pipeline Hydraulics Engineer based in Calgary or Edmonton. You will support existing facilities, integrate with commercial groups to develop new projects, and lead on execution-phase hydraulics work within the Technical Services Group.

You will build and maintain steady-state and transient models for pipeline networks, perform analyses, prepare reports, train others, and help optimize hydraulic control while ensuring safety and compliance with PPMP procedures.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree in Mechanical, Process or Chemical engineering.
• Professional Engineer in good standing with APEGA.
• 10+ years of pipelines/facilities operations or engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain steady state and transient models for pipeline networks.
• Perform hydraulic analyses and present results interpretation.
• Prepare process hydraulics reports and calculation packages.
• Train team members in steady state and transient software use.
• Support project development and MOC activities.

Skills

Analytical and problem-solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Independent work

Organizational skills

Interpretation of simulation results

Education

Engineering degree (Mechanical/Process/Chemical)

Professional Engineer (APEGA)

Tools

Synergi Pipeline Simulator

Pipesim Steady State Multiphase

SCADA familiarity

Job description

Keyera Career Opportunity

Why Keyera?

It’s our purpose-driven culture, benefits, and people. From flexible, customizable benefits and an employer-funded pension plan to our Keyera Connects social investment program and paid employee volunteer days, we’re focused on empowering our people and communities.

When You Work With Us, You'll Enjoy

Flexible Benefits to meet your individual and family needs, including

• $3,500 plus 4.5% of base salary each year to customize your benefits and investments
• Saving plan options, including an Employee Share Purchase Plan, RRSP, and TFSA
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan funded by Keyera up to 10% of base salary
• Wellness Personal Spending Account of $750 per year to cover wellness expenses

Paid vacation and eight flex days each year

• Two paid volunteer days each year to support the causes that are most important to you
• Employee Family Assistance Program with a variety of support resources from professional counselling to financial planning support and more.

Role/Location Specific

• Keyera’s Northern Allowance is a tiered incentive program based on years of service, currently offered to employees working at the following locations: Grande Prairie Office, Wapiti, Simonette, Gold Creek, South Cheecham, and Fox Creek Terminal. This information reflects the current state of the program and may be subject to change over time.

Please note that compensation and benefits may be different based on the work location, position, and a candidate's experience and qualifications.

Job Type

Permanent

THE POSITION

The successful candidate will be based in either Calgary or Edmonton and is an integral part of the Keyera Technical Services Group, by supporting existing facilities, integrating with the commercial groups to develop new projects, and being the process lead on projects in the execution phase. The Pipeline Hydraulics Engineer is critical to Keyera as it has a direct impact on the commercial viability, safety, operability, and efficiency of current facilities, and future projects. The individual will be part of a multi-disciplined team and will be responsible for effectively working with a variety of disciplines, as well as external contractors.

Responsibilities

• Work as a Pipeline Hydraulics Engineer to build and maintain all aspects of steady state and transient models for Keyera Pipeline networks
• Utilize pipeline and facility hydraulic models to perform steady state and transient analysis, and present interpretation of results
• Prepare process hydraulics reports and supporting calculation packages to document results and recommendations
• Train team members in the use and best practices of steady state and transient software packages
• Utilize operational data to forecast risks and assess their impact on pipeline systems
• Oversee and ensure the effective implementation of surge mitigation strategies and overpressure protection systems based on transient analysis
• Ensure compliance with company PPMP and quality control procedures
• Propose and develop additional requirements as appropriate to improve workflow and product accuracy
• Support new project development as well as supporting MOC’s of existing equipment/facilities
• Identify and recommend improvements to pipeline operating strategies to optimize hydraulic control and capacity
• Evaluate capacity impacts resulting from integrity evaluations on existing pipeline systems
• Oversee the design of pressure control and overpressure protection systems on pipeline systems
• Provide support to day-to-day troubleshooting of operational process issues
• Participation in HAZOPs, PHAs, design reviews, safety incident investigations.
• Ability to build key relationships with project stakeholders ie. operations, business development, regulatory, and the project team

Qualifications

• Engineering Degree in Mechanical, Process / Chemical, or sufficient specialization in the relevant area
• Professional Engineer in good standing with APEGA
• 10+ years of relevant experience in pipelines/facilities in an operations and/or Engineering role
• Experience in an Operations-focused role with a midstream or pipeline operating company is a strong asset
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant industry experience in developing and running hydraulic transient simulation models
• Proficiency with industry-standard transient hydraulic modelling tool: DNV's Synergi Pipeline Simulator (SPS)
• Experience with industry-standard steady state hydraulic modelling tool: Schlumberger Pipesim Steady State Multiphase Flow Simulator
• Familiarity with the design and operation of pressure control and overpressure protection for pipeline systems
• Knowledge of industry best practices for operations in Canada and the US
• Fundamental understanding of pipeline automation and SCADA systems
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a team environment
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to take accountability for tasks and deliverables and follow them through from start to finish
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Strong organizational skills and ability to independently manage multiple and competing priorities
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with internal and external groups, such as 3rd party engineering firms

Posting Expiry Date

Aug 5, 2026

At Keyera, we embrace collaboration, inclusion, and a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. Our values foster an environment for every person to bring their whole self to work.

We offer a well-rounded total compensation package and a comprehensive benefits program designed with the well-being and empowerment of our employees and their families in mind.

If you are interested in an opportunity to join a winning, purpose-driven culture then you’ll enjoy a career with us.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.