Pipeline engineers help plan, design, operate, and maintain the systems that transport oil, gas, water, and other fluids. Their work spans the full project lifecycle—from feasibility studies and route selection to construction support, integrity management, and upgrades. Explore vetted Pipeline Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.
Responsibilities vary by employer, industry, and project, but may include developing pipeline layouts and specifications, evaluating materials and pressure requirements, coordinating with civil, mechanical, and environmental teams, reviewing contractor work, and ensuring projects meet applicable codes and safety standards. Pipeline engineers may also assess corrosion, monitor system performance, investigate issues, and recommend maintenance or risk-reduction measures.
Pipeline engineering roles can focus on design and construction, pipeline integrity, corrosion control, flow assurance, operations, or project engineering. Some positions emphasize onshore or offshore systems, while others specialize in transmission, distribution, gathering, water, or industrial pipelines. Reviewing each job description can help you identify the technical focus and level of ownership that match your experience.
Employers often look for a relevant engineering degree and experience with pipeline design, engineering analysis, industry standards, project documentation, and safety practices. Depending on the role, useful skills may include CAD or engineering modeling tools, integrity and risk assessment, materials selection, data analysis, permitting coordination, and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. Professional registration or specialized certifications may be preferred for some positions.
Use Ladders to explore vetted Pipeline Engineer jobs with compensation of $100,000 or more. Compare responsibilities, required qualifications, work locations, and salary details to find opportunities aligned with your expertise and career goals. New listings may be added regularly, so check back as you plan your next career move.
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Join a dynamic team as a Data Engineer, where you'll design and maintain data pipelines using SparkSQL and Pyspark. Your work will enhance data analysis efficiency, impacting industries and driving cu...
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Champion complex capital projects from planning to closeout, providing technical leadership and oversight. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful project delivery, manage budget...
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Develop and maintain robust data pipelines using SparkSQL and Pyspark, ensuring high-quality data for analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data analysis efficiency and support...
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Engage with us to lead Midstream projects from inception to completion, balancing scope, budget, and schedule while collaborating with various teams to ensure successful execution and compliance with...
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Transform the future of secure systems by deploying and optimizing mission-critical infrastructure. Leverage your expertise in Linux, Kubernetes, and cloud technologies to enhance operational efficien...
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Transform large-scale capital projects in manufacturing by leading multi-site engineering initiatives. Collaborate with teams to ensure successful execution, from planning to completion, while enhanci...
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Elevate your career by driving data engineering excellence in Palantir Foundry, transforming legacy systems into robust pipelines and applications while collaborating with cross-functional teams to de...
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Optimize contract oversight and asset management for P3 infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance and performance across diverse facilities. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement best practice...
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Design-Build Project Manager (Water/Wastewater)
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Unlock potential by leading municipal water and wastewater projects. Manage multidisciplinary teams, ensure project success, and build strong client relationships in the DMV region while driving innov...
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Design-Build Project Manager (Water/Wastewater)
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Shape the future of municipal infrastructure by leading complex Design-Build projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, manage client relationships, and ensure successful project delivery acr...
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Design-Build Project Manager (Water/Wastewater)
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Explore a pivotal role in leading municipal water and wastewater projects. Manage multidisciplinary teams, foster client relationships, and ensure project success from inception to completion in the D...
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Design-Build Project Manager (Water/Wastewater)
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Take ownership of complex municipal infrastructure projects, leading multidisciplinary teams and ensuring successful delivery from planning to completion while fostering strong client relationships an...
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Design-Build Project Manager (Water/Wastewater)
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Advance your career by leading municipal water and wastewater projects. Manage multidisciplinary teams, foster client relationships, and ensure project success from inception to completion in the DMV...
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Senior Mechanical Engineer - Primoris Pipeline & Engineering
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Lead mechanical engineering initiatives for midstream projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality results on time and...
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Elevate your career as an Implementation Engineer, leveraging data-driven insights to solve complex national security challenges. Collaborate with teams to implement technology solutions, deliver impa...
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Elevate cloud security by safeguarding environments, applications, and data. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement robust security measures, monitor threats, and respond to incidents, e...
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Transform transmission line design by leading projects, mentoring teams, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with clients and internal teams to deliver innovative solutions an...
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Unlock your potential as a Senior Transmission Line Engineer, leading innovative design projects and enhancing energy infrastructure. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure reliable and sustaina...
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Manage the design and execution of transmission line projects, serving as a subject matter expert. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure project success and provide strategic input to leadershi...
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Unlock your potential by leading transmission line projects, designing solutions, and mentoring engineers. Collaborate with clients and teams to enhance energy infrastructure's reliability, sustainabi...
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Elevate your career as a Senior Transmission Line Engineer, leading innovative projects in power transmission. Drive the design and implementation of state-of-the-art energy solutions while mentoring...
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Shape the future of energy by leading transmission line projects, collaborating across teams, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Drive innovation in electrical transmission design while...
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Transform energy infrastructure by leading transmission line designs and projects. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure innovative and sustainable solutions while mentoring junior engineers to...
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Help us shape the future of energy by leading transmission line designs and overseeing project implementations. Collaborate with teams to develop innovative solutions that enhance system reliability a...
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What does a pipeline engineer do?
A pipeline engineer plans, designs, evaluates, and supports pipeline systems. Depending on the role, responsibilities may include design calculations, material selection, construction coordination, integrity assessments, operations support, and compliance with safety and engineering standards.
What qualifications are typically required for pipeline engineer jobs?
Many employers seek a bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline such as mechanical, civil, or chemical engineering, along with relevant pipeline or energy-sector experience. Requirements differ by position; some employers also prefer professional licensure, specialized certifications, or experience with specific codes and engineering software.
What industries hire pipeline engineers?
Pipeline engineers work in sectors that design, build, operate, or maintain pipeline infrastructure, including oil and gas, utilities, water and wastewater, industrial processing, and engineering consulting.
How much do pipeline engineers earn?
Compensation varies based on experience, location, industry, specialization, and job scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, where you can review listed compensation and role requirements.
What skills are important for a pipeline engineer?
Commonly valued skills include pipeline design and analysis, knowledge of relevant codes and safety practices, project coordination, technical documentation, problem-solving, and communication. Integrity management, corrosion control, CAD, and risk assessment may be important for specialized roles.