Senior Pipeline Engineer

WSP in the U.S.; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA Inc. seeks a Senior Pipeline Engineer to join our Chicago office, with consideration for multiple locations nationwide, including Traverse City, MI. You will collaborate with global engineering teams to deliver pipeline solutions for mining, oil & gas, and water sectors.

You will lead field and design tasks, perform routing studies and stress analyses, and coordinate surveys, permitting, and construction support. Strong communication and safety focus are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 5–7 years pipeline design experience.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform field and office work and operate company vehicles.
• Collaborate with multidiscipline engineers on pipeline design across lifecycle (FEED, routing, permitting, detail design, procurement, construction).
• Provide engineering support for routing studies, stress analysis, and mechanical design of liquid, gas, and slurry pipelines.
• Coordinate field investigations, utility surveys, environmental delineations, and geotechnical studies.
• Prepare cost estimates, bid summaries, and authorization requests.
• Support client meetings, progress reports, and communication packages with project teams.

Skills

Pipeline design

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Field work

Problem solving

Communication

Safety compliance

Documentation

Education

ABET-accredited Mechanical/Civil Engineering degree

EIT required; PE preferred

Tools

Pipeline Toolbox

AutoPIPE/CAESAR II

PipeFLO

AFT Impulse

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Plant 3D

CADWorx

Job description

WSP USA Inc is currently seeking a Senior Pipeline Engineer to work out of our office in Chicago, Illinois. The following locations will also be considered: Indianapolis, IN; Cincinnati, OH; Cleveland, OH; Columbus, OH; Lansing, MI; Holland, MI; Detroit, MI; Houston, TX; Tampa, FL; East Chicago, IN; Traverse City, MI; Novi, MI; or Kansas City, MO. The candidate in this role will work with engineering team members across the world to deliver pipeline solutions to clients in the mining, oil & gas, and water sectors. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual with the drive to excel and thrive in an engaged, collaborative environment.

Your Impact:

• Safely perform work, both in the field and office, and operate vehicles on behalf of the company.
• Work closely with multidiscipline engineering staff in the design of pipelines systems across pipeline lifecycle including planning, feasibility studies (FEED) and route selection, permitting, detail design, procurement, construction, and deactivation/demolition.
• Provide engineering support to pipeline routing studies, stress analysis, and mechanical detailed engineering design of liquid, gas and/or slurry pipeline systems, including DOT regulated pipelines and terminal/station pumping & piping.
• Participate in field/site walks, coordinate field investigation work for surveys, utility investigations, environmental delineations, geotechnical investigations, hydrologic assessment etc. in support of the pipeline design effort.
• Coordinate engineering and survey services in support of right of way acquisition needs on pipeline projects.
• Prepare project funding documents such as cost estimates, equipment bid summaries and authorization requests.
• Participate in engineering and field construction support services and troubleshooting with direct client interface in collaboration with project team.
• Support development of permit application packages associated with pipeline projects.
• Prepare and/or review documents including proposals, technical reports, workplans, cost estimates, design/drawing packages, calculations, and other client correspondence.
• Successfully manage project delivery in accordance with company procedures and quality management plans.
• Interact with clients, including preparation for and participation in meetings, preparation of progress reports, proposals, and other correspondence, maintaining responsive and positive client relationships.

Required Qualifications:

• Strong verbal communication, writing, analytical, and organizational skills combined with a positive attitude and an ability to work both independently and within groups, including with contractors and cross-discipline in-house designers.
• Understanding of the importance of health & safety as a top priority and an enthusiasm to participate in WSP’s associated programs.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Civil Engineering, from an ABET accredited institution.
• A minimum of 5-7 years pipeline design either consulting experience or pipeline operating company experience.
• Registration as an Engineer in Training (EIT) minimum, but Professional Engineer (PE) is preferred.
• Knowledge of liquids and gas design codes and regulations including 49 CFR Part 192 and 195, ASME B31.4 ASME B31.8, AWWA M11, etc.
• Familiar with common pipeline engineering software such as Pipeline Toolbox, AutoPIPE/CAESAR II, PipeFLO, and AFT Impulse.
• Detail-oriented, highly organized with solid time management abilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills combined with a positive, team-oriented attitude and understanding of client service.
• High level of personal integrity with a strong work ethic.
• Willingness to travel (up to 25%) as dictated by project demands.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience providing services and delivering projects as a consultant, working for clients with regional or national assets with substantial health and safety requirements.
• Project management experience or certifications will be considered an asset.
• Familiarity with Business Development and Marketing of consulting services within the pipeline industry is a plus.
• Understanding of Pipeline Hazardous Materials and Safety Administration requirements.
• Familiar with Microsoft Project or Primavera P6 scheduling is a plus.
• Good problem solver with ability to identify alternative solutions.
• Familiar with design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Plant 3D, and/or CADWorks is a plus.

WSP USA and all of its U.S. companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.