Pipeline Engineering Specialist

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Pipeline Engineering Specialist providing technical expertise in pipeline engineering and design for the Onshore Team in Oil & Gas industry. Focus on complex engineering deliverables, teamwork, and client engagement.

Posted 5/27/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provides professional direction and guidance on complex assignments or projects and guidance to business unit and divisional management.
Solves complex non-recurring problems requiring formulating and testing hypotheses based on limited evidence or precedent; exercises seasoned business judgement in developing innovative business solutions.
Provides consultative direction to other functional areas or groups and across the organization, recognized as an authority in the company.
Exercises technical authority over groups of professional personnel. In addition to specialization, generally directs highly qualified professionals engaged in complex engineering deliverables, applications and projects.
Provides technical reviews for complex projects within area of expertise.
Involved in providing engineering support to Business Development group and project teams.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in engineering (BSME is preferred)
20+ years in Oil & gas, Petrochemical and/or Energy
Strong interpersonal communication and analytical skills
Excellent knowledge of pipeline design software applications and use
Proficient in using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc..)
Hands-on experience is 3D Software is an advantage (AVEVA E3D, Navisworks, etc..)
Extensive experience and accomplishments resulting in recognition as a technical expert in a particular field.
Experience in a consulting environment
Demonstrable balance of industrial and management experience at relevant level and position
Good knowledge of the relevant Piping & Plant Layout, piping codes and standards like ASME, API, etc. Extensive knowledge of industry standards and specifications, engineering and construction practices
Knowledgeable and broad experience with industry standard analysis software as well as computational analysis
Possesses expert knowledge in more than one specialized field and broad knowledge of several related disciplines in the function.
Advanced knowledge of regulatory framework and associated legislation.
Demonstrate current knowledge with industry and technology development

Benefits

Comp & perks

Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across oil & gas and process industry projects
Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs. This opportunity is Hybrid in Houston, TX.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice
Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market.
Flexible benefits package that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle
Commitment to continued professional development through development plans tailored to individual needs and interests
Global connections with leading industry experts around the world who are shaping the standards of our profession

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Hard Skills & Tools

pipeline design software3D softwareAVEVA E3DNavisworkspiping codesASMEAPIcomputational analysisengineering practicesregulatory framework

Soft Skills

interpersonal communicationanalytical skillsbusiness judgementconsultative directionleadershipproblem-solvingtechnical authoritycollaborationinnovationmentorship

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in engineeringBSME (preferred)