Senior Pipeline Engineer (Southeast Region)

Burns & McDonnell; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Responsibilities include leading the execution of pipeline design, estimating, scheduling, and coordinating with other disciplines, while mentoring less experienced engineers and engaging with clients. Travel to project sites and client meetings is required.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of pipeline engineering experience required.
• EPC project experience preferred.
• ABET-accredited degree required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead pipeline design and related bill of materials.
• Coordinate survey, geotechnical investigations, permitting, and land acquisition.
• Prepare studies, reports, and project cost estimates.
• Lead proposals, scope development, and execution plans.
• Provide leadership and mentoring to engineers.
• Support business development and client communications.
• Provide field support during construction.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Project management

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Travel willingness

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in Mechanical or Civil Engineering

ABET-accredited B.S. in Mechanical or Civil Engineering Technology + FE

ABET-accredited M.S. in Mechanical or Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

ATF

Job description

Our SE Region is seeking experienced Pipeline Engineers to sit in our Atlanta, GA, Charlotte, NC, or Chattanooga, TN offices and be responsible for oversight of pipeline engineering and consulting services for clients across the US. Main responsibilities include leading others in creating pipeline design deliverables. Projects range in size and complexity from small utility distribution upgrades to large transmission projects. This position can influence the Pipelines group's growth and success. Opportunities to advance into leadership roles are available.

Pipeline Engineer may include full or partial responsibility for the following assignments:

• Lead in the execution of engineering activities: Pipeline design, including plans, profiles, details, and associated bill of materials.
• Coordination to obtain survey, geotechnical investigations, permitting, and land acquisition.
• Calculations for studies and reports.
• Material and equipment specifications for procurement and/or factory acceptance testing.
• Lead in preparation of proposals and scope development, including: Conceptual designs and execution plans.
• Engineering/project cost estimates and schedules.
• Lead coordination of design activities with other disciplines (Pipeline Facilities, Civil/Structural, Electrical, Instrumentation and Control, etc.)
• Develop and improve processes, tools, and/or factory acceptance testing.
• Provide leadership, training, and mentoring to less experienced engineers and team members.
• Regularly meet and correspond with clients or outside personnel.
• Provide short-term field support during construction.
• Support business development and marketing initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering or a related degree from an ABET-accredited program, and 7 years of pipeline engineering experience required. EPC project experience preferred.
• Or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering Technology or related degree from an ABET-accredited program, successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and 7 years of pipeline engineering experience required. EPC project experience preferred.
• Or Master's degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering and 6 years of pipeline engineering experience required. EPC project experience preferred.

Required Skills:

• Expert knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Strong computer skills (e.g., AutoCAD, MicroStation, ATF).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with leading the discipline design for large projects and delegating work tasks to team members.
• Ability to lead execution of work and resolve issues in a team environment.
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills, ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment.
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to perform quality reviews for detailed engineering documents and specifications.
• Ability to travel.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred.