Intermediate Engineer (Mechanical & Piping) (Contract)

Trans Mountain Corporation operates Canada’s only pipeline system transporting oil products to the West Coast. We deliver approximately 890,000 barrels of petroleum products each day through a dual pipeline system of more than 1,150 kilometres of pipeline in Alberta, British Columbia and Washington state.

Trans Mountain also operates a state-of-the-art loading facility, Westridge Marine Terminal, with three berths providing tidewater access to global markets.  

As a federal Crown corporation, Trans Mountain continues to build on more than 70 years of experience delivering operational and safety excellence through our crude oil pipeline system. 

With our expanded pipeline system now in place, Trans Mountain provides enhanced direct access for Canadian crude oil to world markets. The expansion realizes a world-class system for oil transport, developed to Canada’s high standards within one of the most stringent regulatory regimes in the world, creating long-term economic benefits, enhanced marine protection, enhanced safety and emergency management capabilities, and enhanced skilled-worker capacity building in communities and Indigenous groups.

Our Core Values

Trans Mountain’s core values – Safety, Integrity, Respect and Excellence – guide our every step. Each obstacle we’ve overcome or success we’ve experienced has been the result of a shared commitment to living these values every day. Together, we’re focused on doing the right thing for each other and our communities. If you are looking for an opportunity to apply your strengths in an environment that encourages Safety, Integrity, Respect, and Excellence, we invite you to explore this opportunity with us!

Location: Calgary Head Office                          

Department: Major Projects Office             

Reports to: Engineering Manager              

Worker Type: Contract       

Schedule Type: Full-time   

Work Setting: In-office      

Trans Mountain is seeking a collaborative, motivated, and values driven individual to join our dynamic team as a Intermediate Engineer (Mechanical & Piping) In this position, you will play a key role in providing engineering oversight and technical review of mechanical and piping systems for major capital projects within the company’s pipeline and facilities portfolio. The role supports project delivery by reviewing engineering work completed by EPC contractors and engineering consultants to ensure compliance with corporate standards, applicable codes, and regulatory requirements.

The position focuses on pipeline facilities, including pump stations, terminals, and associated piping systems designed in accordance with CSA Z662 Oil and Gas Pipeline Systems and regulatory expectations under the Canada Energy Regulator.

Key Responsibilities

• Review mechanical and piping engineering deliverables prepared by EPC contractors and engineering consultants.
• Ensure engineering work complies with corporate standards, CSA Z662 and applicable industry codes and regulations
• Provides technical input and comments on engineering documents including P&IDs, equipment datasheets, piping specifications and other associated documents.
• Support design and execution of mechanical and piping systems associated with pump stations, pig launcher and receiver systems, pressure relief and protection systems, and terminal and storage facilities.
•  Support project compliance with regulatory frameworks administered by the Canada Energy Regulator.
• Ensure engineering documentation supports regulatory filings, internal audits, and project assurance processes.
• Assist with interpretation and application of CSA Z662 Oil and Gas Pipeline Systems requirements related to station piping and pipeline facilities.
• Participate in engineering design reviews, including, HAZOP and risk assessments, constructability reviews and 3D model reviews.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including process, civil, electrical, and operations.
• Support Supply Chain Management (SCM) team in selection of vendors and vendor document reviews
• Assist with resolution of engineering issues during project execution.
• Provide engineering input during construction and commissioning phases.
• Review field change requests, technical queries, and non-conformance reports.
• Participate in site visits and inspections to verify engineering intent and compliance with design specifications.

Qualifications and Professional Experience

• Post-secondary education with a Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Province of Alberta and / or British Columbia
• 7–10 years of engineering experience in oil and gas, pipeline, or midstream facilities.
• Experience with mechanical equipment and piping design for pipeline facilities.
• Exposure to projects regulated by the Canada Energy Regulator or provincial regulators is considered an asset.
• Experience working with EPC contractors and engineering service providers.
• Familiarity with CSA Z662 Oil and Gas Pipeline Systems
• Knowledge of pipeline station piping design, mechanical equipment such as pumps, valves and pressure vessels, piping stress analysis and materials selection, pipeline safety and integrity considerations.
• Strong technical review capability
• Ability to identify design risks and compliance gaps
• Collaborative teamwork within multidisciplinary project environments
• Understanding of regulated pipeline infrastructure projects.
• A track record of delivering high‑quality work, managing competing priorities, and supporting key business processes or operational functions.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with colleagues and stakeholders from a variety of backgrounds and levels across the organization.
• Effective communication skills, including the ability to convey information clearly, respectfully, and professionally.
• Proven organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail in a fast‑paced environment.
• Commitment to inclusive practices and a willingness to contribute positively to a collaborative and supportive workplace culture.

Working Conditions

• Willingness and ability to travel as required.
• Must have a valid Class 5 driver’s license.
• May need to provide support outside of regular business hours and/or on the weekend.

Application

Candidates may submit their application in English or French. To apply in French, please use our French careers site: Careers (French)

We Build Careers and Pipelines That Last

Our story is about determination, resourcefulness and resilience. It’s about charting our own course, finding innovative solutions to challenging problems and doing the right thing. It was true when Trans Mountain became a company in 1951 and it’s just as true today. We welcome new members to our team that embrace the qualities in our story, that thrive on the new path and directions we take.  Our culture is one of care and taking our responsibilities seriously. If you would like to contribute to our culture, then join our journey.

A Rewarding Opportunity

We offer:

• Valuable experience providing opportunity for professional development and career advancement;
• An opportunity to engage with and learn from some of the most talented and experienced people in the business;
• Competitive compensation;
• A place to share a sense of purpose and build relationships;
• Meaningful work that makes a difference;
• An opportunity within the Canadian energy industry.

We value:

• The health, safety and wellness of everyone working in our company;
• Meaningful participation from Indigenous and local communities;
• The commitment and resilience of our people;
• Collaboration and achieving success together. 

In keeping with Trans Mountain’s commitment to maximize benefits for communities, priority will be given to qualified candidates from Indigenous, local and regional communities along the Trans Mountain pipeline corridor.

In Alberta, the pipeline system spans the traditional territories of Treaty 6, 7 and 8, and the Métis Nation of Alberta (Zone 4).

In British Columbia, the system crosses the traditional territories of numerous First Nations that are affiliated with the Secwepemc, Dakelh (Carrier), Nlaka'pamux, Syilx/Okanagan, Interior and Coast Salish, Stó:lo, as well as the Métis.

Trans Mountain also operates through 15 First Nation Reserves located within the region spanning the BC interior through Fraser Valley.

Our Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA)

Trans Mountain is committed to fostering inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility.  The diverse viewpoints and cultural knowledge that our employees bring to work enrich our organization’s collective cultural understanding, which is reflected in the work we do every day.  We strive to create an environment that is free of barriers to promote full participation in the workplace. Trans Mountain welcomes new team members from traditionally underrepresented groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous Peoples, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.