Hydraulic Engineer
Location: Houston, Texas
Country: United States
Category: Engineering
Workplace Location: Onsite
Employment Type: Contract
Posted Date: November 10, 2026
Job ID: 653731
Job Description
Title Hydraulic Engineer IV
Location - Houston TX 77079
1 year contract
Pay 58-60.53 per hour
We are seeking an experienced Hydraulic Engineer IV to support natural gas pipeline operations. This individual will apply their technical knowledge of natural gas pipeline systems, gas flow, and hydraulic modeling to support day-to-day operational activities.
This is an Operations-focused position, not a project engineering role. The ideal candidate will have at least six years of oil and gas pipeline experience, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to evaluate operational scenarios and resolve issues in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities-
Support natural gas pipeline operations through hydraulic analysis, simulation, and evaluation of pipeline system performance.
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Apply knowledge of natural gas flow characteristics and pipeline hydraulics to assess operational conditions and potential system impacts.
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Evaluate hypothetical operating scenarios and provide technical recommendations to support operational decision-making.
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Identify, investigate, and resolve operational issues while maintaining a strong focus on accuracy and attention to detail.
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Collaborate with Gas Control, Scheduling, and other internal teams on operational matters, outage coordination, and system requirements.
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Prioritize multiple assignments and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
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Maintain effective working relationships and communicate technical findings and recommendations to internal stakeholders.
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Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Petroleum, or Chemical Engineering.
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Minimum of six years of oil and gas pipeline experience.
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Strong technical understanding of natural gas pipeline systems, gas flow, and hydraulic simulation.
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Ability to evaluate operational scenarios, troubleshoot issues, and develop practical solutions.
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Strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
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Excellent organizational, communication, and prioritization abilities.
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Ability to work independently, take ownership of issues, and drive them through resolution.
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Experience with one or more of the following hydraulic modeling software programs:
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FlowDesk
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NextGen
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WinFlow
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Synergi Gas
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Knowledge of SCADA systems and natural gas pipeline assets.
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Familiarity with Enbridge pipeline assets and operating systems.
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Professional Engineer (PE) designation.
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Previous experience supporting Gas Control, Scheduling, outage coordination, or pipeline Design activities.
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Standard 5/8 work schedule.
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Hybrid FlexWork arrangement with remote work options on Wednesdays and Fridays.
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The Planet Group is a global professional services firm delivering strategic staffing and advisory solutions. We operate at the intersection of talent and transformation – connecting the right people with the right opportunities in the areas of technology, engineering, accounting & finance, digital marketing, and manufacturing.
As one of the largest staffing companies in the US, we operate with a global reach and a performance-first mindset. We partner with clients to move fast, stay agile, and drive measurable results – building high-impact teams that fuel transformation and growth.