Senior Pipeline & Facilities Design Engineer - Billings, MT

Tetra Tech; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits

Flexible work/life balance

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Pipeline and Facilities Design Engineer in Billings, MT. This role involves providing engineering support for pipeline, pump station, and terminal projects. The ideal candidate has 5–15 years of experience, a B.S. in engineering, and strong knowledge of the midstream oil & gas industry. The position offers a competitive salary between $100,000 and $140,000 with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5–15 years of relevant experience in engineering.
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering exam (FE).
• Willingness and ability to attain PE licensure.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for pipeline and pump station projects.
• Develop project scopes of work and engineering design basis.
• Coordinate compliance and permitting efforts.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Strong computer skills

Education

B.S. in an ABET-accredited Engineering program

Tools

Hydraulic modeling software

Pipe stress modeling software

AutoDesk software

Job description

Senior Pipeline & Facilities Design Engineer – Billings, MT

The Opportunity

Tetra Tech Inc. is currently seeking a Senior Pipeline and Facilities Design Engineer in Billings, MT.

Why Tetra Tech

At Tetra Tech, we lead with science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry‑leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability, improving more than 625 million lives worldwide.

Your Impact

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting‑edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world‑class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world.

Your Role

This position provides engineering support for pipeline, pump station, and terminal/tank projects nationwide. You will participate in a multi‑disciplinary project team in a lead role.

• Perform duties under general direction.
• Assign and review the work of subordinate engineers and project support staff.
• Make important decisions and recommendations on highly technical or complex matters.
• Show proven sound judgment and initiative in the interpretation of policies, and in the planning and execution of important projects.
• Develop and recommend improvements in design standards.
• Pipe routing and overall facility site layout.
• Process Flow Diagram (PFD) and P&ID Development.
• Hydraulic calculations, line sizing, pipe material grade and wall thickness selection, and Maximum Allowable Operating Pressure (MAOP) calculations.
• Equipment specification and sizing, including pumps, motors, metering, sampling, storage tanks, relief valves, pipe, valves, and fittings.
• Development of project scopes of work, engineering design basis documentation, and construction bid packages.
• Conduct field investigations and gather applicable data to support detailed engineering and design for both greenfield sites and the upgrade, modification, and expansion of existing infrastructure.
• Coordinate and expedite procurement activities, reviewing and approving equipment and material specifications and technical data sheets.
• Coordinate compliance and permitting efforts.
• Develop detailed designs of pipelines, compressor/pump stations, and other facilities.
• Perform cost estimating and schedule development.
• May be required to seal engineering drawings as the engineer of record.

Qualifications

• B.S. in an ABET‑accredited Engineering program with 5–15 years of relevant experience.
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering exam (FE).
• Willingness and ability to attain PE licensure.
• Knowledge in the midstream oil & gas industry.
• Strong understanding of applicable engineering standards (ASME B31.4, ASME B31.8, etc.) and industry regulations (CFR 192, CFR 195, NACE, etc.).
• Experience coordinating with client SMEs, stakeholders, and offsite team members.
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical skills with the ability to dissect problems and quickly develop solutions.
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Access.
• Ability to travel up to 15 %.
• Strong natural gas experience preferred.
• PE licensure preferred.
• NCEES record preferred.
• Experience with hydraulic modeling software preferred.
• Experience with pipe stress modeling software preferred.
• Experience with AutoDesk software or other 3D design platforms preferred.
• Experience with scheduling software, cost‑estimating software or spreadsheets preferred.
• Pre‑employment drug screening required.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Target Salary Range

$100,000 to $140,000. Salary is based on education, experience, skills, location, and other factors.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and market‑competitive benefits.
• Optional benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Long & Short‑Term Disability, Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending.
• Financial benefits: Group Term Life, Optional Group Term Life Insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, Health Savings Account, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Time off with pay, Employee Assistance Program, Adoption Assistance, Leaves of Absence.
• Merit‑based financial rewards.
• Flexible work/life balance.
• Collaborative team environment.
• Learning and development opportunities.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is a leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high‑end consulting and engineering services worldwide.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

Application Process

We invite applications from all interested parties. Please note that only selected candidates will be contacted. No phone calls or agencies, please.