Pipeline Engineer job description

Job brief

We are looking for a highly skilled Pipeline Engineer to join our midstream operations team and manage the integrity and efficiency of our primary energy distribution networks. You will play a pivotal role in optimizing long-distance pipeline performance, overseeing integrity management programs, and mitigating operational risk across diverse geographic assets. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of energy infrastructure by utilizing cutting-edge diagnostic technology and data-driven maintenance strategies. If you are passionate about pipeline safety, asset longevity, and collaborative engineering, we invite you to advance your career with us.

What is a Pipeline Engineer?

A Pipeline Engineer is a highly specialized technical professional focused on the design, construction, and integrity management of hydrocarbon transportation systems. These engineers perform complex hydraulic modeling, stress analysis, and material selection to ensure that pipeline networks operate safely and efficiently under high-pressure conditions. By leveraging advanced simulation software and adhering to global regulatory standards like ASME B31.4 or B31.8, a Pipeline Engineer maintains the structural health and operational availability of energy transport assets vital to global supply chains.

What does a Pipeline Engineer do?

On a daily basis, a Pipeline Engineer utilizes tools like Synergi Pipeline or PipePhase to conduct flow assurance studies, simulate surge pressures, and evaluate leak detection sensitivity. They routinely analyze data from SCADA systems to monitor real-time throughput and pressure, while also coordinating with field technicians and corrosion engineers to interpret cathodic protection survey results. Beyond operational monitoring, they perform rigorous technical reviews of P&IDs and orthographic drawings, ensuring all infrastructure upgrades align with environmental compliance and mechanical engineering best practices.

Key responsibilities

• Design and execute pipeline integrity management programs, including ILI (In-Line Inspection) data analysis and defect assessment for high-pressure transmission lines.
• Perform complex hydraulic modeling and surge analysis using simulation software to optimize fluid throughput and minimize energy consumption in pump stations.
• Interpret and update P&IDs, isometric drawings, and pipeline alignment sheets to ensure accuracy for maintenance crews and engineering project documentation.
• Manage corrosion control initiatives by evaluating cathodic protection systems and developing mitigation strategies to prevent external and internal pipeline degradation.
• Lead incident investigation teams during operational upsets, analyzing root causes and implementing preventative measures to satisfy regulatory body reporting requirements.
• Coordinate with third-party contractors and field operations teams to oversee the construction, commissioning, and hydrostatic testing of new pipeline segments.
• Monitor real-time system performance via SCADA and GIS platforms, proactively identifying deviations that could impact flow assurance or system safety.
• Develop detailed project specifications and cost estimates for pipeline rehabilitations, ensuring adherence to ASME, API, and DOT PHMSA safety regulations.

Requirements and skills

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Civil, or Petroleum Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution or equivalent international body.
• 5+ years of direct field or design experience specifically within the midstream oil and gas sector or pipeline transmission industry.
• Proficiency in industry-standard software such as Synergi Pipeline, PipePhase, AutoCAD Plant 3D, and GIS mapping tools for route evaluation.
• Deep technical understanding of ASME B31.4 (Liquid) and B31.8 (Gas) pipeline codes, alongside DOT PHMSA integrity management regulations.
• Hands-on experience with Cathodic Protection (CP) systems, NDT testing methods, and material science as applied to pipeline metallurgy.
• Strong ability to synthesize complex engineering data into clear reports for non-technical stakeholders and executive leadership teams.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license or eligibility to obtain P.Eng certification, signaling high-level technical competency and professional ethics.
• Demonstrated capability in managing offshore or remote site projects requiring travel to facilitate on-site safety audits and construction supervision.

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