Lead Pipeline Engineer — Complex Projects

Gulf Interstate Engineering; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulf Interstate Engineering in Houston, TX seeks a Principal Pipeline Engineer to lead medium to large pipeline projects. You will oversee design work, mentor junior engineers, and coordinate with management and clients.

The role requires extensive pipeline engineering experience, knowledge of codes and regulations, and strong communication skills to deliver high-quality results. BS in Engineering and PE- Certification preferred; 8+ years in the field are typical.

Qualifications

• Typically 8+ years' experience in pipeline engineering, pipeline operations, or pipeline construction.
• Familiar with all relevant codes and regulations.
• Knowledge of computer systems in an engineering environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Function as the Lead Pipeline Engineer on smaller to mid-size projects.
• Responsible for oversight of pipeline related engineering work products (calculations, design, specifications, etc.).
• Good understanding of oil and gas pipeline design practices, project planning and cost control requirements and procurement procedures.
• Experience with performing detailed design of Gas or Liquids pipelines; with both is preferred.
• Provide technical leadership to lower-level engineers.
• Prepare engineering training materials.
• Function as interface between engineering teams, management and clients.
• Ensure that all engineering work is done in accordance with applicable regulations and codes as well as Gulf procedures.
• Independently prepares or reviews discipline projects specifications.
• Reviews the discipline scope of work to be executed to ensure it matches project specification and/or the proposal documents as appropriate.
• Provide quality control checks on pipeline engineering documents.
• Independently perform Routing, ROW and Workspace selection; studies on construction techniques and economic feasibility studies. Coordinate with field and third party (Environmental or Geotechnical or Survey) personnel.
• Familiar with permitting requirements for pipeline design and construction.

Education

BS in Engineering

Job description

Gulf Interstate Engineering in Houston, TX seeks a Principal Pipeline Engineer to lead medium to large pipeline projects. You will oversee design work, mentor junior engineers, and coordinate with management and clients.

The role requires extensive pipeline engineering experience, knowledge of codes and regulations, and strong communication skills to deliver high-quality results. BS in Engineering and PE- Certification preferred; 8+ years in the field are typical.