Pipeline Project Engineer

Air Liquide USA LLC; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Liquide USA LLC is seeking a Pipeline Project Engineer in Pasadena, TX to support end-to-end delivery of onshore pipelines and meter systems. You will work with Project Managers on design, procurement, construction, and commissioning across FEED and execution phases, ensuring timely and compliant delivery.

The role requires a Bachelor's in engineering and strong knowledge of pipeline codes, real estate, and project management practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering is required.
• US work authorization is required; visa sponsorship is not offered.
• Knowledge of project management concepts and PMBOK/PMP is a plus.
• Membership in a local IRWA chapter is preferred for this role.
• Knowledge of Texas and Louisiana pipeline regulations and land title considerations is expected.
• Familiarity with ALTA/ACSM surveying standards is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Pipeline route planning, analysis and design.
• Develop specifications and contractor scope for pipeline construction.
• Perform pipe design calculations related to pressure and flow.
• Coordinate with geotechnical contractors for soil data and HDD design.
• Update project schedules and budgets, and track costs.
• Oversee survey and GIS activities and manage documents.
• Support easement and land title records research and real estate work.
• Assist permitting activities with ROW and permitting agents.
• Collaborate with Pipeline Project Managers to deliver integrated projects.

Skills

IRWA membership

Project management

PMBOK/PMP knowledge

Pipeline knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

R10100902 Pipeline Project Engineer (Open)

Location: Pasadena, TX - Warehouse - National

Air Liquide Large Industries provides our customers with industrial gas and energy solutions that are vital to their own industrial production. We own and operate over 2,000 miles of industrial gas pipelines in the U.S. supplying mainly oxygen, nitrogen, hydrogen and syngas in large quantities from multiple production sources to major customers in the chemicals, petrochemicals, refining and steel industries. Our pipeline operations and industrial gas production facilities are closely monitored 24/7 within our leading-edge operations control center located in Houston, Texas. Our operations control group monitors over 89,000 data points and assists with product supply and coordination. We are constantly optimizing our supply network to provide high reliability and energy efficiencies allowing Air Liquide to adjust supply needs more quickly and effectively enabling growth to our customers.

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

Pipeline Project Engineer provides support for planning and execution of ALLIUS pipeline projects. Specific responsibilities of the job are focused on supporting Pipeline Project Managers in the design, execution, and delivery of pipelines and meter station scopes of work within a project. Typically, this includes development of estimates, specification, selection, design, award, procurement, construction, and installation of pipelines for the transport of industrial gas. The work can span the system selection, FEED, and execution phases of project delivery, as well as commissioning and start-up support. Successful candidate will work closely with Pipeline Project Managers and have the various responsibilities supporting:

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Air Liquide is hiring for a Pipeline Project Engineer in Houston, TX.

We are looking for you!

Comprehensive Family Benefits

• Air Liquide offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
• Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.
• Early Access: Your benefits start on the first day of employment.

The Pipeline Project Engineer is responsible for support of end-to-end delivery of onshore pipeline and meter systems, including analysis and design, route selection, permitting, tendering, linepipe, coatings, valves, fittings, fabrication, installation, HDD design, geotechnical analysis, hydrotest, pre-commissioning, etc.

The primary purpose of this position is to perform and/or manage engineering and delivery of pipelines and related equipment on major onshore pipeline projects and to work with the other disciplines to deliver a totally integrated project.

Specific responsibilities of the job are focused on the design, execution, and delivery of the pipelines and customer lateral scopes of work within project. Typically, this includes the specification, selection, design, award, procurement, construction, and installation for these scopes. The work can span the system selection, FEED, and execution phases of project delivery, as well as commissioning and start-up support.

Job Responsibilities

• Pipeline route selection, analysis and design.
• Development of specifications and contractor scope of work for construction and installation of pipelines.
• Linepipe design calculations and analysis related to pressure and flow.
• Coordination with geotechnical contractors to obtain soil data, horizontal directional drill design and analysis.
• Development and updating project schedules and timelines.
• Development of project cost estimates and budget tracking.
• Oversight of survey contractors and GIS personnel.
• Reviews and and provides document management support of easement agreements and various real estate documents and records.
• Provides support for real estate records research.
• Support permitting activities and collaborates with right of way and permitting agents.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering required.
• Candidates must have valid employment authorization in the U.S. and must not require visa sponsorship now or in the future. This position is not open for non-immigrant visa sponsorship.
• Working knowledge and experience in general project management. Familiarity with Project Management Institute PMBOK or PMP certification a plus.
• Knowledge of pipeline related API, ASME, DOT, and OSHA codes and guidelines
• Membership in a local chapter of IRWA (International Right of Way Association)
• Knowledge of the fundamentals of real estate, wills, probate and title a plus
• Knowledge of Texas and Louisiana state agencies having jurisdiction over pipeline installations
• Knowledge of Federal and other special agencies having jurisdiction over pipeline installations
• Knowledge of ALTA, ACSM Land Title Survey standards, classifications, and specifications
• Proficient with conducting research by navigating the Internet, public databases, and other investigative networks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Industrial gas experience

Our Differences make our Performance

At Air Liquide, we are committed to build a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their background. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.