Description The Senior Pipeline Engineer will lead pipeline design project teams to create world designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of projects, including transmission and distribution pipelines. The Senior Pipeline Engineer will lead the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting design plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs.
- Lead pipeline design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
- Prepare pipeline equipment: packaged equipment and construction specifications and data sheets, Requests for Qualifications (RFQs), technical bid summaries, and purchase recommendations.
- Review pipeline vendor drawings; data interface with suppliers, clients, other engineering disciplines, detailers, and designers.
- Participate in the development of project schedules, scope, budget staffing planning, and construction planning. Responsible for the effective management of change orders.
- Apply expert knowledge of commonly used pipeline concepts, practices, codes, and procedures within the pipeline engineering services industry. Compile studies and reports. Write specifications.
- Apply knowledge and experience to complex projects, find/develop non-standard design solutions.
- Quality review production drawings for a variety of projects and project-related data as required by the project managers to verify design compliance with project, client and industry standards, including constructability.
- Quality review the construction administration, including coordination with field personnel to resolve design-related installation issues, calculations, field inspections, and testing of materials.
- Lead field inspections, installation, measurements, or calculations for public and private clients.
- Prepare and present technical reports for clients and industry publications.
- Build effective relationships with existing clients, customers, and contractors and develop new business opportunities. Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction goals and expectations are met.
- Participate in sales and marketing efforts and identify, lead, and manage key pursuits.
- Lead the development of cost proposals and qualification statements to achieve stated targets and standards for financial performance.
- Prepare, present, and manage project budgets and cost estimates. Report project performance.
- Provide leadership, guidance, and instruction to the pipeline engineering practice. Mentor and guide less experienced engineers.
- Responsible for QA/QC process adherence.
- Responsible for effective communication with other engineering disciplines.
- Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications - Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering or 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.
- 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 the 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.
Compensation $145,000.00-230,000.00 Yearly
The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.
Benefits Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Job Engineering
Primary Location US-IL-Chicago
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time
Req ID: 260323
Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-MG #T&D