Pipeline Engineer II, III, Senior, Expert

Jobtailor; Canonsburg (Washington County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a civil/mechanical/petroleum engineer to lead the technical design of gas gathering and transmission pipeline projects, translating scope into detailed design packages and supporting drawings and documentation with stakeholders.

You will partner with project managers through scoping, design, procurement, construction, and commissioning to ensure compliance with EQT specs and industry standards, with a focus on safe, constructible, and environmentally compliant solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Petroleum, or Chemical disciplines.
• 3+ years of natural gas pipeline design experience.
• Ability to translate conceptual designs into executable engineering packages.
• Strong knowledge of pipeline codes and standards (ASME B31.8, API, DOT 192/195).
• Clear communicator with collaborative, safety focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical design of gas gathering and transmission pipeline projects aligned with EQT specifications.
• Support development of construction drawings, alignment sheets, and design documentation.
• Interface with land, regulatory, environmental, and operations teams to ensure compliance.
• Provide engineering support during field construction and commissioning.
• Identify design risks early and promote standardization and continuous improvement.

Skills

Pipeline design

Technical documentation

Communication

Quality assurance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Mechanical/Petroleum/Chemical

Tools

ASME B31.8

API Standards

DOT Part 192 & 195

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical design of gas gathering and transmission pipeline projects. Translate project scope and operational requirements into detailed design packages aligned with EQT specifications and industry standards. Support development of construction drawings, alignment sheets, and design documentation through collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Partner with project managers to support all project phases - scoping, design, procurement, construction, and commissioning. Interface with land, regulatory, environmental, and operations teams to ensure design compliance and execution readiness.
• Provide engineering support during field construction and commissioning, resolving technical issues as they arise.
• Ensure all designs meet applicable codes, standards, and environmental regulations. Support permitting efforts and design modifications required for regulatory or environmental compliance.
• Identify design and constructability risks early and recommend mitigation strategies. Champion design standardization, continuous improvement, and lessons-learned integration across EQT’s pipeline projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Petroleum, or Chemical (or related discipline)
• 3+ years of experience in natural gas and/or natural gas pipeline or facility design.
• Proven ability to translate conceptual designs into executable engineering packages.
• Strong understanding of pipeline engineering principles including hydraulics, stress analysis, materials selection/specification, and corrosion control principles.
• Knowledge of ASME B31.8, API, DOT Part 192 & 195, and other applicable pipeline codes and standards.
• Clear, concise communicator with strong technical writing and documentation abilities. Collaborative mindset with a bias for action and accountability.
• Deep commitment to safe, responsible, and fit-for-purpose engineering.
• Valid driver’s license with the ability to travel regularly to field locations.