Compression Engineer

Determined, imaginative, curious—if these are some of the ways you describe yourself, we want to learn more about you!

At TC Energy, we are proud to connect the world to the energy it needs. Guided by our values of safety in every step, personal accountability, one team and active learning, we deliver the critical energy that North America and the world rely on while balancing reliability, affordability and sustainability.

The Opportunity Our Compression / BOP Team is evolving to meet the needs of our growing business and we are seeking a Compression Engineer. This position will provide support to compression facilities in the region that utilize a variety of compression equipment including reciprocating units and turbine/centrifugal compressor units. The position will also support balance of plant (BOP) equipment within the facility including air systems, piping and valves, tanks and other systems required for reliable operation of the facility.

The successful candidate must have in-depth knowledge of a variety of industrial equipment used in gas compression systems. This position will be responsible for the support of all mechanical equipment at the assigned compressor stations.

This position is eligible for our domestic relocation program. The successful candidate must be willing to relocate to Bonduel, WI., Duluth, MN., or Tinley Park, IL. Maintenance Office.

What you'll do Provide support to Operations on day-to-day issues at assigned compressor stations

Conduct root cause analysis investigations

Provide sound engineering to determine cost-effective solutions to urgent problems such as compressor startup problems, compressor shutdowns/faults, coolant or oil contamination, capacity deficiencies; gas conditioning – drip gas, water, dirt ingestion; station piping problems (support, vibration, excessive pressure drop, etc.), auxiliary system malfunctions (including ESD)
Identify, scope, estimate and engineer ‘break fix’ projects to repair failed systems, machines and/or components

Identify, scope, estimate and engineer capital and maintenance projects to provide long term solutions for facility defects and systemic issues

Provide diagnosis, support repairs, and perform root cause analysis for significant failures and abnormal operation events

Provide operational and maintenance recommendations based on: oil and coolant analysis, performance and vibration test results, enterprise analytics notifications (remote condition monitoring system), and borescope inspections

Verify adequate capacity of pressure limiting and over pressure protection devices

Provide code interpretation services or coordinate third party reviews for issues and installations regarding compressor stations

Assist with PHMSA audit preparation and response

Provide support for facility audits to ensure compliance with company standards, policies and procedures, and governmental and industry codes

Engineering design standard development

Operations supplement development

Provide expert witness testimony in various forums regarding compressor operation and engineering issues

Provide facility expertise throughout the project scoping and design process including participation at 30%, 60% and 90% design reviews

Technical support for project team during facility construction and commissioning activities

Approve pipeline test data reports

Determine spare parts requirements

Perform gas loss calculations

Develop project specific blow down and purge plans

Provide subject specific on-the-job training

Provide compressor related information/data to a wide variety of stakeholders

Provide mentoring for the field teams in accordance with the established procedures of the technician qualification and operator qualification (OQ) programs

Be actively involved with the process safety, practice of engineering, management of change, and root cause analysis programs. Help to develop a strong company safety culture by encouraging involvement and leading by example

Other tasks as required

Minimum Qualifications BS or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering6+ years industry experience with natural gas compression facilities or similar equipment

Previously demonstrated…