Burns & McDonnell · 10 hours ago
Senior Pipeline Engineer - Transmission & Distribution
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
6+ years expBurns & McDonnell is seeking a Senior Pipeline Engineer to lead pipeline design project teams for various transmission and distribution projects. The role involves overseeing the design and construction process, ensuring compliance with project standards, and managing client relationships while mentoring less experienced engineers.
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Responsibilities
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 schedule, 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
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering or related degree from an ABET-accredited program and 7 years of pipeline engineering experience required
Or Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering Technology or related degree from an ABET-accredited program and successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, as well as 7 years of pipeline engineering experience required
Or Master's Degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering and 6 years of pipeline engineering experience required
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 and the 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
Preferred
EPC project experience
Professional Engineer (PE) License
Company
Burns & McDonnell
Burns & McDonnell is an engineering design firm and it provides engineering, architecture, construction, and consulting services.
10001+ employees
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