Senior Pipeline Engineer

Enbridge; Georgia; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits

Maternity/Parental leave

Retirement savings with company stock

Paid time off & holidays

Wellness program

FlexWork hybrid option

Job summary

Enbridge is seeking an outstanding Senior Pipeline Engineer to join our team in Houston, TX. This role focuses on pipeline design, regulatory compliance, cost control, and cross-functional collaboration to advance critical infrastructure projects.

Ideal candidates bring 6+ years in oil and gas pipelines, strong knowledge of codes (CFR, ASME, NACE), and PE credentials. Hybrid work options are available, with travel to field sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering in a related field.
• Six (6) or more years of oil and gas pipeline experience.
• Strong knowledge of pipeline codes and standards (49 CFR 192/195, ASME B31, NACE, CSA, API, MSS).
• Experience in regulatory filings (FERC, USACE) and permit processes.
• Professional engineering credentials (US) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure designs meet regulatory, industry, and corporate standards with clear scope during cost estimating.
• Own scheduling, cost control, and forecasting for build work and report to Pipeline Engineering Supervisor and Project Manager.
• Lead design reviews with external firms and internal SMEs to approve design criteria and drawings.
• Collaborate with Procurement & Supply Chain and manage relationships with third-party firms for materials and services.
• Provide technical assistance during construction and assist with on-site commissioning.
• Support regulatory processes with preliminary layouts and technical descriptions.

Skills

Project management

Regulatory knowledge

Mentorship

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Civil/Chemical/Electrical)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Enbridge is seeking an outstanding Senior Pipeline Engineer to join our dynamic team in Houston, TX, USA. This is a rare opportunity to be at the forefront of pipeline build and construction, contributing to projects that are critical to our infrastructure. If you are ambitious and thrive in a collaborative environment, this role is for you!

Note: 2 positions are available

What You Will Do

Ensure pipeline and facility designs meet all regulatory, industry, and corporate standards while contributing technical expertise and clear scope definition during cost estimating.

Take ownership for scheduling, cost control, and forecasting for the build work, and report these to the Pipeline Engineering Supervisor and Project Manager.

Participate and offer mentorship in design reviews with external engineering firms and internal collaborators such as System Planning, Operations, Construction, Lands, Environment, and other Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) for review and approval of design criteria and construction drawing packages.

Collaborate with Procurement & Supply Chain and cross-functional internal teams, while managing relationships with third-party engineering firms to support material acquisition and contracted engineering services.

Provide technical assistance during construction phases and assist with on-site commissioning.

Aid the regulatory process by providing preliminary layout drawings, technical project descriptions, and other necessary information for application filing.

Develop and maintain project-specific records (e.g., Key Project Assumptions, Build Basis Memoranda, & Engineering Decision Records) while integrating lessons learned and industry guidelines into designs.

Who You Are

Bachelor's degree in Engineering focused on Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, Electrical or another related engineering field.

Six (6) or more years of relevant experience in the oil and gas pipeline industry. Preferred transmission pipeline project experience.

Strong knowledge of pipeline codes and standards [49 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 192/195, American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) B31, National Association of Corrosion Engineers (NACE) and material specifications [Civil/Structural/Architectural (engineering and construction) (CSA), ASME, Application Programming Interface (API), Manufacturers Standarization Society (MSS)].

Experience in trenchless design, feasibility analysis, and managing geotechnical/hydrotechnical hazards.

Familiar with U.S. regulatory and permitting processes, including Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) filings and United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) requirements.

Professional engineering credentials (U.S.) is preferred, combined with strong technical, analytical, project management, communication, and multitasking skills in a team-oriented environment.

Physical Requirements

Grasping, kneeling, light – moderate lifting (objects up to 20 pounds), reaching above shoulder, repetitive motion, typing, sitting, standing, visual requirement (able to see screens, detect color coding, read fine print), hearing requirement and the ability to sit at a computer for long periods of time.

Mental Requirements (Both Field & Office)

Ability to: understand, remember and apply oral and/or written instructions or other information, understand complex problems and collaborate/explore alternative solutions, organize thoughts and ideas into understandable terminology, organize and prioritize work schedule on a short-term basis, make decisions which have moderate impact on the immediate work unit and monitor impact outside this area, understand and follow basic instructions and guidelines, complete routine forms, compose letters, outlines, memoranda and basic reports and communicate with individuals via telephone.

Working Conditions

Office environment (~80-90%), collaborating with various project groups.

Moderate travel(~10-20%) to the field prioritizing projects or supporting construction and commissioning activities as required.

Work requires strong computer skills, typically using Microsoft Office applications.

Benefits

A flexible benefits program that allows each employee to select the level of coverage needed for their family in the areas of health, dental, insurance, and disability.

A paid maternity and parental leave benefit that offers up to 20 weeks of paid leave for birth-giving parents and up to 12 weeks for other eligible parents, providing flexibility and support during this important life event.

Valuable retirement savings plans, including a savings plan with company stock as an investment option.

Paid time off/vacation/sick, plus paid personal days off (depending on location), and paid holidays.

An Employee and Family Assistance Program.

A Wellness Program, which focuses on supporting healthier employees by providing tools, resources, and opportunities to improve physical, mental, social, and financial well-being.

Enbridge’s FlexWork (hybrid work model) offers eligible employees (Manager and below) the option to work from home on Wednesdays and Fridays, opt for a compressed work week schedule, or have flexible start and end times. Role requirements determine your eligibility for each option. #LI-Hybrid

Equal Opportunity Employment

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Job Summary

Enbridge is a leading North American energy delivery company specializing in liquids and natural gas pipelines, utilities, storage, and renewable energy solutions.

Company Enbridge

Location Hybrid - Houston, Texas, United States