MAOP Verification Engineer

3001 TC USA Services Inc; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Flexible dress code

Job summary

TC Energy is seeking an Engineer or Technologist to join the MAOP Records Verification Team within Regulatory and Special Programs. You will verify MAOP records, support change management, and assist in regulatory inspections for the US natural gas network, focusing on Mega Rule milestones.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field, 3–4 years of experience, and active or eligible registration with APEGA. Hybrid work and travel up to 10% are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field or equivalent technologist experience.
• 3-4 years of related industry experience.
• Registered or eligible to register with APEGA as EIT or P.Eng.
• Background in pipeline integrity, design, construction, maintenance and repair.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for reports.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret complex engineering drawings, pressure test documents, and as-builts for accuracy and compliance.
• Collaborate with Regulatory and Special Programs Team to meet MAOP verification milestones under the Mega Rule.
• Provide technical support for reviewing records and MAOP-related requirements.
• Analyze moderately complex situations using regulatory knowledge and engineering judgment.
• Compile data for regulatory audits and inspections with compliance.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Engineering software

Job description

The Opportunity

Determined, imaginative, curious—if these are some of the ways you describe yourself, we want to learn more about you! At TC Energy, we are proud to connect the world to the energy it needs. Guided by our values of safety in every step, personal accountability, one team and active learning, we deliver the critical energy that North America and the world rely on while balancing reliability, affordability and sustainability.

The MAOP Records Verification Team is seeking an Engineer or Technologist to join the broader Regulatory and Special Programs Group. This team collaborates closely with various Pipeline Integrity and Operational Teams to maintain the Maximum Allowable Operating Pressure (MAOP) across the US natural gas network, with a current focus on supporting ongoing Mega Rule efforts to ensure safe and reliable pipeline operations while meeting key regulatory requirements and milestones. Reporting to the Team Lead, MAOP Records Verification, this position will be responsible for conducting MAOP records verification, MAOP change management, support regulatory inspections and audits, develop and maintain verification approaches, and program management of any special projects associated with MAOP.

What you’ll do

• Read and interpret complex engineering drawings, pressure test documents, construction as-builts, and other technical records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with 49 CFR 192.619.
• Collaborate closely with the Regulatory and Special Programs Team to ensure key MAOP verification milestones for the Mega Rule are met, following 49 CFR 192.624.
• Provide technical support to internal stakeholders for the review of applicable records and management of MAOP and its related pipeline attributes and testing requirements.
• Analyze moderately complex situations using regulatory knowledge, technical judgment, and engineering understanding.
• Compile and verify data for regulatory audits and inspections, maintaining compliance and addressing any regulatory concerns or queries.
• Enhance and maintain TC Energy processes and procedures to comply with regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve data discrepancies, improving the reliability of information used in Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) annual reporting.
• Work closely with Pipe Integrity, Integrity Engineering, Class, HCA/MCA, Commercial Operations, and Regulatory Compliance through Management of Change (MOC) procedures.
• Assist in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and implementation of new MAOP verification tool technologies, ensuring required functions for the MAOP verification process are as expected.
• Provide operational support where required to the varied TC Gas businesses.
• Support external customer requests for MAOP information.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field, or equivalent technologist experience.
• 3-4 years of related industry experience.
• Registered, or eligible to register, with APEGA as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in good standing.
• Basic background in pipeline integrity, design, construction, maintenance, and repair.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment with a willingness to support team objectives.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for preparing reports.
• Proficiency with engineering software and other data-related tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of industry codes and standards such as CFR 192 and ASME B31.8.
• Experience with MAOP verification processes and related regulatory requirements.
• Ability to make decisions where only general policies and procedures are available, requiring application of engineering principles coupled with judgement and independent action.
• Ability to effectively interact with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment.

Additional Requirements

• This position is not eligible for our relocation program.
• Successfully complete a pre-employment medical screening, including drug and alcohol testing.
• Travel to other company locations for temporary assignments, meetings or training which would involve some overnight stays away from home (estimated up to 10% of work schedule).
• Travel across borders and as such, the candidate must be able to provide applicable documentation to this effect.
• All applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country where the position is based, without restrictions.
• Background screening is required for all positions, which may include criminal and/or credit checks.
• Offers may be extended at a different level or job title that best aligns with the successful candidate's qualifications.

Benefits and Flexibility

• To remain competitive, support our high-performance culture and allow for more flexibility in the way we work, we offer a hybrid work model and flexible dress code for our eligible office-based workforce in Canada, the U.S. and Mexico.

Equal Opportunity Statement

TC Energy is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program supervised by the US government.

We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability.

We are also committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process.

Applicants requiring accommodations or accessible formats are encouraged to contact us at [e-mail] for support.