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Design of gas transmission, gathering and distribution piping and facilities; gas storage; liquids pipelines; compressor stations; emergency shutdown; pipeline interconnects; block valve settings ...

Design of gas transmission, gathering and distribution piping and facilities; gas storage; liquids pipelines; compressor stations; emergency shutdown; pipeline interconnects; block valve settings ...

Design of gas transmission, gathering and distribution piping and facilities; gas storage; liquids pipelines; compressor stations; emergency shutdown; pipeline interconnects; block valve settings ...

Design of gas transmission, gathering and distribution piping and facilities; gas storage; liquids pipelines; compressor stations; emergency shutdown; pipeline interconnects; block valve settings ...

Design of gas transmission, gathering and distribution piping and facilities; gas storage; liquids pipelines; compressor stations; emergency shutdown; pipeline interconnects; block valve settings ...

HGA is hiring for a Compressor Station Pipeline Engineer in Houston, Texas to support client operations. HGA is seeking an experienced Pipeline Engineer to provide engineering support on a variety of ...

Familiarity with pipeline and pipeline compressor station engineering principles, construction methodologies. Standards, safety regulations (e.g., DOT, PHMSA), and environmental compliance.

Familiarity with pipeline and pipeline compressor station engineering principles, construction methodologies. Standards, safety regulations (e.g., DOT, PHMSA), and environmental compliance.

Familiarity with pipeline and pipeline compressor station engineering principles, construction methodologies. Standards, safety regulations (e.g., DOT, PHMSA), and environmental compliance.

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Pipeline & Facilities Engineer

Houston, TX • On-site

EnSiteUSA
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services • 201 - 500 employees

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Plan feasibility studies, develop FEED, model, and create conceptual designs for pipelines and related facilities.

  • Design and oversee the installation of onshore natural gas or liquids pipeline systems, including measurement, regulation equipment, pigging facilities, mainline valves, and compressor stations.

  • Work with multiple disciplines to develop PFDs, P&IDs, site plans, and piping drawings to produce construction-ready documents.


Job description

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for providing both general and specialized engineering services to support EnSiteUSA Project Management in the planning, analysis, estimating and design of primarily natural gas and liquids pipelines; compressor stations; measurement; regulation; and related facilities. This position will be located in Houston, Tx.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

    • Planning of feasibility studies; FEED development; modeling; conceptual design; permitting; comprehensive understanding of process piping system design; project scope development; capital cost estimating and project scheduling.
    • Design and installation of onshore natural gas or liquids pipeline systems including: measurement & regulation equipment, pigging facilities, mainline valves, and compressor stations
    • Familiar with pipeline survey and pipeline construction techniques.
    • Work with a drafting and mapping team to produce alignment drawings and provide coordination with ROW, environmental and archaeological personnel
    • Design of gas transmission, gathering and distribution piping and facilities; gas storage; liquids pipelines; compressor stations; emergency shutdown; pipeline interconnects; block valve settings; pipeline pigging; odorization systems; dehydration; measurement and regulator stations; instrumentation and controls; interpretation and application of regulatory codes and standards; materials and equipment requisitioning; technical specifications and engineering standards.
    • Work with multiple disciplines (civil, structural, I&E, etc..) and provide direction to drafting to develop PFD's, P&ID's, site plans, and piping drawings in order to create a construction set of drawings.
    • Complete pipe sizing, and wall thickness calculations per client specifications.
    • Working knowledge of HCA's and class location studies per DOT.
    • Determine maximum field bending angles per client specifications and develop induction bend list for angles exceeding the maximum field bend angle.
    • Proficient with PHMSA DOT codes and API and ASME standards relating to pipeline design, materials and installation
    • Have a working knowledge of compressor station, M&R, and facility design in accordance with PHMSA DOT Part 192.

    OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE JOB

    • Application of fluid and dynamics, thermodynamics, compression cycle and hydraulic machine principles to design and selection of compressors, flow and pressure control equipment, pumps, pressure vessels, atmospheric tanks, coalescing filtration and adsorption equipment including integration of engineered packages into complete process plants.
    • Performs a wide variety of complex engineering assignments in areas of design, development, analysis, evaluation, testing, preparation of construction bid documents, and project management.
    • Interfaces with clients to identify and meet their expectations.
    • May perform other duties as deemed necessary by supervisor.

    OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

    • Ability to listen to the voice of the client and translate into engineering design that meets or exceeds expectations.
    • Ability to demonstrate excellent oral and written skills.
    • Ability to take initiative and be a self-starter.
    • Ability to demonstrate organizational skills, including attention to detail.
    • Proven ability to organize, schedule, and complete work on-time and with high quality.
    • Knowledge of DOT, FERC, OSHA, and EPA codes and standards.
    • Demonstrate the ability to build and sustain positive working relationships across geographical boundaries.
    • Strong work ethic.
    • Ability to travel up to 15%.

    Knowledge and experience using engineering design software such as HYSYS, GasCalc, Pipeline Toolbox, Caepipe, Caesar II, or similar is a plus.

    EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

    • E.I.T or P.E. designation preferred.
    • Pay range will depend upon relevant experience and education.

    EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

    • Bachelor of Science Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Natural Gas Engineering, Industrial or Chemical Engineering.


    WE ARE NOT ACCEPTING INQUIRIES OR CANDIDATES FROM STAFFING AGENCIES AT THIS TIME.


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    About EnSite USA

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    Serving North America’s energy spectrum for decades, we have developed a strong resume demonstrating a storied and diverse EPC & EPCM project history. This experience stretches across the renewable, electric, and upstream, midstream, downstream, transmission, and distribution pipeline markets, giving EnSiteUSA a unique blend of experience with field-proven insight into complex project challenges. We combine our experience with forward-thinking technology solutions to deliver the best solution for your needs. To the core, we are project management professionals and technical subject matter experts (SMEs). Because we understand the connection between structure and purpose, we have built our company to precisely accommodate our clients. We listen. Whether it’s full- or single-service support you require, we tailor our solutions accordingly. We run lean and without bureaucratic complexity, which means we can adapt quickly and proactively, scaling up or down as needed. We believe that trust is earned on every project, never compromising on safety, integrity or our word. Ultimately, our purpose is to serve our clients. We’ve built a company - and a reputation - for doing just that.

    Industry

    Professional, scientific, and technical services

    Company size

    201 - 500 Employees

    Headquarters location

    Houston, TX, US

    Year founded

    1989

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