Senior Solution Architect

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.

The Solution Architect supports IT solution delivery initiatives within our pipeline operations and will partner with business units, project managers, and technical teams to deliver fit-for-purpose solutions that align with both IT strategy and industry-specific requirements, including safety, regulatory compliance, and high availability. This role plays a critical part in designing integrated, secure, and scalable solutions that meet operational and business needs across SCADA systems, asset management, regulatory reporting, and enterprise applications.

This role will be located at our Calgary Head office and will be an in-office position.

Key Responsibilities

• Solution Design & Architecture
  • Lead the design of IT solutions across a range of business domains, including pipeline operations, asset integrity, enterprise systems, and compliance.
  • Translate business and operational requirements into architecture blueprints and solution specifications.
  • Design integration between IT and OT systems and enterprise platforms (e.g., ERP, EAM, GIS).
• Project & Delivery Support
  • Collaborate with project managers, business analysts, and technical leads throughout the project lifecycle — from solutioning through implementation.
  • Provide architecture oversight and governance across multiple concurrent IT projects.
  • Ensure delivered solutions adhere to security, scalability, and performance standards.
• Technology & Standards Alignment
  • Align solutions with enterprise architecture, cybersecurity policies, and data governance frameworks.
  • Evaluate technologies, vendors, and platforms relevant to the pipeline industry, such as cloud SCADA integration, mobile field solutions, and predictive analytics.
  • Maintain documentation and architecture artifacts.
• Stakeholder Engagement
  • Act as a trusted advisor to business and technical stakeholders, bridging the gap between technical complexity and business value.
  • Communicate architectural decisions clearly to cross-functional teams and leadership.

Qualifications and Professional Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology is required.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in related field, with at least 3 years in a solution architecture or technical lead role.
• Required designations/certification/licenses:
  • Solid understanding of IT/OT convergence and integration patterns.
  • Familiarity with enterprise systems D365, Enablon, GIS (Esri), and SCADA platforms.
  • Proficiency in cloud technologies (Azure) and integration architectures (APIs, middleware, microservices).
  • Strong understanding of cybersecurity and regulatory compliance.
• Preferred designations/certification/licenses:
  • TOGAF or equivalent architecture certification.
  • Azure or AWS Solution Architect certification.
  • Familiarity with Agile delivery methodologies and DevOps practices.
• Experience in oil & gas, energy, or utilities — preferably in pipeline operations or midstream sector would be considered an asset.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey ideas clearly and effectively and build strong stakeholder relationships.
• Analytical and problem-solving capability to troubleshoot complex issues and make sound, informed decisions.
• Agile and able to work across multidisciplinary teams including engineering, compliance, and operations.
• Results-driven and detail-oriented with a commitment to solution quality.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, agile environment, managing multiple priorities efficiently while maintaining quality and timeliness.

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;
• Comprehensive benefits programs including flexible benefits, pension and savings plans;
• 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.