Senior Pipeline Engineer – Transmission & Distribution (Houston, TX)

Location: Houston, Texas

Country: United States

Category: Engineering

Workplace Location: Onsite

Employment Type: Direct Hire/Perm

Posted Date: March 25, 2026

Job ID: 645878

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Pipeline Engineer - Transmission & Distribution
Location: Houston, TX

Contract length: Direct Hire
Pay: Compensation discussions are handled directly with qualified candidates during the interview process. You can assume market pay for these roles and our base and bonus compensation package will meet the requirements.

Senior Pipeline Engineer Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering or related degree from an ABET-accredited program and 7 years of pipeline engineering experience required. EPC project experience preferred 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. EPC project experience preferred OR
  • Master's Degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering and 6 years of pipeline engineering experience required. EPC project experience preferred.
  • 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.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred.
Senior Pipeline Engineer Description
  • 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.

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