Mechanical Engineer

Determined, imaginative, curious—if these are some of the ways you describe yourself, we want to learn more about you!

At TC Energy, we are proud to connect the world to the energy it needs. Guided by our values of safety in every step, personal accountability, one team and active learning, we deliver the critical energy that North America and the world rely on while balancing reliability, affordability and sustainability.

The Opportunity

The CGL Phase 2 Integrated Delivery Team is working with LNG Canada to progress the design of the expansion scope for the Coastal Gaslink pipeline system. The CGL Phase 2 Engineering team are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the design of the five compressor station sites along the pipeline route in British Columbia, as well as modifications to the existing brownfield facilities near Dawson Creek, BC and Kitimat, BC. This position will provide Mechanical design oversight for the natural gas compressor station locations, working in concert with LNG Canada and Engineering contractors involved in the project design and construction planning.

The successful candidate must have in-depth knowledge of natural gas pipeline facilities, particularly transmission-scale compressor stations, and associated Engineering practices. The position will function within a group of high performing engineers representing the CGL project team, with a focus on ensuring the CGL Phase 2 assets are designed to the CGL defined Project Standards, relevant codes and standards, and will be safely and efficiently operable by CGL Operations upon turnover.

What you’ll do

• Lead the resolution and response to contractor inquiries (technical queries) issued through the course of FEED and detailed engineering, construction and commissioning for the CGL Phase 2 project;
• Review 3rd party engineering deliverables (drawings, calculations, project specific specifications, etc.) to ensure work is executed and managed in accordance with defined Project Standards;
• Assess and resolve variance requests originating from CGL project organization or project partners (LNG Canada);
• Plan and coordinate engagement of internal stakeholders including operations, to provide input to and review of engineering deliverables;
• Collaborate and provide engineering support to Project Stakeholders (Project Management, Environment, Operations, etc.);
• Contribute to project design reviews with Project Stakeholders during FEED and detailed engineering;
• Provide procurement support to include:
  • Engineering & Material Procurement Assistance
  • Material Requisition Package review and endorsement
  • Technical bid review and endorsement
  • Qualification of suppliers, if required
• Track key engineering deliverables and adjust engineering plans and/or resources to meet the needs of customers; responsible for reporting status to project management and making corrective actions as needed;
• Identify changes and support management of change process to ensure integrity is maintained throughout the design development process;
• Transfers knowledge through setting an example and coaching EITs and junior engineers

Minimum Qualifications

• BS or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 8+ years industry experience with focus on Engineering design for natural gas pipeline compression projects or similar scale facilities
• Demonstrated commitment to safety in design, construction and operations phases
• Ability and initiative to work independently, display creativity, and exercise sound engineering judgement
• Knowledge of engineering design standards and applicable natural gas industry codes and regulations (CSA, etc.)
• Knowledge of applicable natural gas industry construction practices in Canada
• Demonstrated superior organizational skills and proven ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a major project environment
• Ability to read and understand technical documents including information on new management concepts and new technology
• Understands concepts of asset lifecycle management, system reliability and gas transmission operations

• Ability to recognize and evaluate risks, hazards, losses and prevent conflicts between activities
• Analytical, communication, facilitation and negotiation skills are needed
• Ability to travel within North America as needed to support job function

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven experience with TC Energy project development, and the implementation of company specifications and design standards in major projects
• Proven experience with natural gas pipeline/facility projects in British Columbia
• Registered with EGBC in province of British Columbia & APEGA in Alberta
• Ability to operate within a complex organizational structure involving external counterparties
• Strong commercial acumen and understanding of project execution risk assignment between counterparties
• Understands and expresses complex and sensitive concepts clearly, correctly and in a well-organized form
• Skilled in the areas of team facilitation, collaboration, negotiation and influencing, process mapping, problem solving and creative solutions
• Ability to recognize strategic implications of problems and issues

This position requires candidates to

• Have and maintain a valid driver's license and safe driving record
• Travel to project site locations on an intermittent basis (<10% of the time)

To remain competitive, support our high-performance culture and allow for more flexibility in the way we work, we offer a hybrid work model and flexible dress code for our eligible office-based workforce in Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. #LI-Hybrid

About our business

We are a leader in North American energy infrastructure, spanning Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. Every day, our dedicated team proudly connects the world to the energy it needs—moving over 30 per cent of the cleaner-burning natural gas used across the continent. Complemented by strategic ownership and low-risk investments in power generation, our infrastructure fuels industries and generates affordable, reliable and sustainable power across North America, while enabling LNG exports to global markets.

TC Energy is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program supervised by the US government. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. We are also committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. Applicants requiring accommodations or accessible formats are encouraged to contact us at [email protected] for support.

All applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country where the position is based, without restrictions. Background screening is required for all positions, which may include criminal and/or credit checks. Offers may be extended at a different level or job title that best aligns with the successful candidate's qualifications.

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