WSP

Lead Pipeline Engineer

WSP • $90K — $130K *
Tampa, FL 33647In-Person
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited institution.
  • 7-10 years of pipeline design experience in either consulting or operating companies.
  • EIT registration required; PE preferred.
  • Familiarity with industry codes like 49 CFR Part 192 and 195, ASME B31.4 & B31.8.
  • Proficient in pipeline engineering tools like Pipeline Toolbox and AutoPIPE.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct field and office work safely, ensuring adherence to health and safety protocols.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on pipeline lifecycle projects from planning to execution.
  • Provide engineering support for routing studies and mechanical designs for pipelines.
  • Lead field investigations for surveys and environmental assessments.
  • Prepare project funding documents, cost estimates, and bid summaries.
  • Manage project delivery and maintain compliance with quality management plans.
  • Engage with clients and prepare documentation for project progress and proposals.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a collaborative and engaged environment.
  • Eligible for travel opportunities (up to 25%) for project demands.
  • Involvement in varied pipeline projects across multiple sectors.
  • Support from a multidisciplinary team of engineers.
  • Opportunity to participate in health and safety programs.
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Job Description

This Opportunity

WSP USA Inc is currently seeking a Lead Pipeline Engineer to work out of our office in Tampa, FL, Boston, MA, Kansas City, MO, Detroit, MI, East Chicago, IN or Houston, Texas. The candidate in this role will work with engineering team members across the world to deliver pipeline solutions to clients in the mining, oil & gas, and water sectors. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual with the drive to excel and thrive in an engaged, collaborative environment.

Your Impact:
  • Safely perform work, both in the field and office, and operate vehicles on behalf of the company.
  • Work closely with multidiscipline engineering staff in the design of pipelines systems across pipeline lifecycle including planning, feasibility studies (FEED) and route selection, permitting, detail design, procurement, construction, and deactivation/demolition.
  • Provide engineering support to pipeline routing studies, stress analysis, and mechanical detailed engineering design of liquid, gas and/or slurry pipeline systems, including DOT regulated pipelines and terminal/station pumping & piping.
  • Participate in field/site walks, coordinate field investigation work for surveys, utility investigations, environmental delineations, geotechnical investigations, hydrologic assessment etc. in support of the pipeline design effort.
  • Coordinate engineering and survey services in support of right of way acquisition needs on pipeline projects.
  • Prepare project funding documents such as cost estimates, equipment bid summaries and authorization requests.
  • Participate in engineering and field construction support services and troubleshooting with direct client interface in collaboration with project team.
  • Support development of permit application packages associated with pipeline projects.
  • Prepare and/or review documents including proposals, technical reports, workplans, cost estimates, design/drawing packages, calculations, and other client correspondence.
  • Successfully manage project delivery in accordance with company procedures and quality management plans.
  • Interact with clients, including preparation for and participation in meetings, preparation of progress reports, proposals, and other correspondence, maintaining responsive and positive client relationships.

Required Qualifications:
  • Strong verbal communication, writing, analytical, and organizational skills combined with a positive attitude and an ability to work both independently and within groups, including with contractors and cross-discipline in-house designers.
  • Understanding of the importance of health & safety as a top priority and an enthusiasm to participate in WSP's associated programs.
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Civil Engineering, from an ABET accredited institution.
  • A minimum of 7-10 years pipeline design either consulting experience or pipeline operating company experience.
  • Registration as an Engineer in Training (EIT) minimum, but Professional Engineer (PE) is a preferred.
  • Knowledge of liquids and gas design codes and regulations including 49 CFR Part 192 and 195, ASME B31.4 ASME B31.8, AWWA M11, etc.
  • Familiar with common pipeline engineering software such as Pipeline Toolbox, AutoPIPE/CAESAR II, PipeFLO, and AFT Impulse.
  • Detail-oriented, highly organized with solid time management abilities.
  • Strong interpersonal skills combined with a positive, team-oriented attitude and understanding of client service.
  • High level of personal integrity with a strong work ethic.
  • Willingness to travel (up to 25%) as dictated by project demands.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience providing services and delivering projects as a consultant, working for clients with regional or national assets with substantial health and safety requirements.
  • Project management experience or certifications will be considered an asset.
  • Familiarity with Business Development and Marketing of consulting services within the pipeline industry is a plus.
  • Understanding of Pipeline Hazardous Materials and Safety Administration requirements.
  • Familiar with Microsoft Project or Primavera P6 scheduling is a plus.
  • Good problem solver with ability to identify alternative solutions.
  • Familiar with design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Plant 3D, and/or CADWorks is a plus.


About WSP

WSP is a Canadian engineering consulting firm that provides services to transform the built environment and restore the natural environment. The firm's expertise ranges from environmental remediation and urban planning, to engineering iconic buildings and designing sustainable transport networks, to developing the energy sources of the future and enabling new ways of extracting essential resources. It has approximately 54,000 employees, including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors, program and construction management professionals, and various environmental experts. WSP has offices in more than 40 countries and territories around the world.
Learn more about WSP
Size
54,000 employees
Industry
Technical Services
Founded
1959
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