Pipe Integrity Engineer

South Bow

$90K — $120K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Materials, Civil, Chemical, or related Engineering discipline.
  • 5+ years of progressive engineering experience in pipeline integrity or related fields.
  • Registration with APEGA as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in good standing.
  • Knowledge of pipeline integrity management principles and risk-based decision-making.
  • Familiarity with Canadian pipeline codes, regulations, and standards.
  • Experience interpreting technical data related to pipeline integrity.

Responsibilities

  • Lead pipeline integrity assessments and engineering evaluations.
  • Analyze data to inform engineering decisions and risk recommendations.
  • Develop and execute integrity plans for pipeline operations.
  • Provide technical support for field activities related to integrity.
  • Support fitness-for-service evaluations and repair documentation.
  • Collaborate with multiple teams to resolve integrity issues.
  • Monitor integrity program performance and recommend improvements.
  • Mentor junior engineers and other internal stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Collaboration with a cross-functional team.
  • Exposure to a diverse range of pipeline challenges and technologies.
  • Opportunities for mentorship and guidance to junior staff.
Full Job Description
The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Pipe Integrity Engineer who has knowledge and experience in pipeline integrity management, engineering assessment, and risk-based decision making for South Bow's pipeline assets. This individual has the proven technical skills, engineering judgment, and capacity to support the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of South Bow's pipeline system through integrity threat assessment, mitigation planning, technical analysis, and continuous improvement of integrity programs.

What you'll do
  • Lead pipeline integrity assessments, engineering evaluations, and technical reviews to identify, assess, and mitigate integrity threats.
  • Analyze inspection, operating, corrosion, geotechnical, and maintenance data to support sound engineering decisions and risk-based recommendations.
  • Develop and execute preventative and mitigative integrity plans that support safe, reliable, and compliant pipeline operations.
  • Provide technical support for integrity-related field activities, including inspections, investigations, digs, repairs, and site assessments.
  • Support fitness-for-service evaluations, repair recommendations, and engineering documentation related to pipeline integrity concerns.
  • Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Projects, Regulatory, and Engineering teams to resolve integrity issues and support asset reliability.
  • Develop, maintain, and improve engineering standards, procedures, technical guidance, and integrity management practices.
  • Support regulatory compliance by preparing technical documentation, responding to information requests, and participating in audits or reviews.
  • Monitor integrity program performance and identify opportunities to improve processes, data quality, and risk reduction strategies.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, technologists, contractors, and other internal stakeholders.


Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Materials, Civil, Chemical, or related Engineering discipline.
  • 5 or more years of progressive engineering experience in pipeline integrity, pipeline engineering, asset integrity management, corrosion engineering, or a related discipline.
  • Registered with APEGA as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in good standing.
  • Working knowledge of pipeline integrity management principles, engineering assessment methods, and risk-based decision-making.
  • Working knowledge of applicable Canadian pipeline codes, regulations, and standards.
  • Experience reviewing and interpreting technical data such as inline inspection, non-destructive examination, excavation findings, corrosion monitoring, or operational data.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience supporting integrity management programs for liquids pipelines.
  • Experience with corrosion, cracking, deformation, geohazard, third-party damage, or other pipeline integrity threat management programs.
  • Experience preparing engineering assessments, technical reports, regulatory documentation, and repair recommendations.
  • Knowledge of Canadian Energy Regulator requirements and industry best practices related to pipeline integrity.
  • Experience using integrity management systems, data analysis tools, or risk assessment software.
  • Experience providing technical guidance or mentorship to junior technical staff.


This position requires candidates to:
  • Travel to other company locations, field sites, and project locations for meetings, inspections, investigations, or training.
  • Provide support for integrity-related operational issues or emergency response activities, as required.


* Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level and/or ladder.

* Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country in which the position is based with no restrictions.

* All positions require background screening. Some require criminal and/or credit checks to comply with regulations.

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