Specialist Engineer (T)

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Enbridge is actively seeking a Specialist Engineer. The key purpose of this position is to independently take responsibility for varied project assignments, requiring a broad business and strong technical expertise. Typical assignments will involve coordinating work efforts within Integrity, which entails a subject matter expertise of Integrity as well as a knowledge of the interrelated effects of the work within other areas of the business (e.g, Operational Compliance, Data and As-Builts, Projects, Technology and Information Services).

The role involves understanding complex technical issues, making significant design or standard practice deviations based on depth and breadth of knowledge, demonstrates broad business and technical knowledge in resolving problems, requires strong project management skillsets, and seeks out optimal and prioritized solutions or opportunities. Members of this team actively maintain the stewardship and awareness of interrelationships with other stakeholders through open communication.

If this sounds like you, come join us, we'd love to hear from you!

What You Will Do:

• The Projects & Optimizations (P&O) team develops and manages projects and/or proposes modifications to the operation of existing infrastructure to assure long term asset integrity and operating reliability of the pipeline systems. Liaison is required between Integrity & Risk Management (I&RM), Project Development/Execution, Gas Control, Operations, Asset Management, Finance, Data and As-Builts, Commercial, Marketing and Technology and Inform groups in the identification, justification, and active sponsorship of I&RM-driven projects.

• In the P&O Specialist role, you are generally responsible for the following I&RM project sponsorship activities:

  • Evaluate options and develop initial project scopes for risk mitigation and/or regulatory compliance. Obtain funding approvals, including preparing and presenting business case(s). This requires interfacing with I&RM groups to prepare the technical documentation, and cross functional engagement with other departments in GTM to facilitate asset-based recommendations.

  • Actively sponsor I&RM-projects from scope initiation, execution, through to final in-service. This includes the compilation and analyses of project documentation, completion of related Engineering Assessments as required, and participation in gating review processes, commissioning, acceptance, and long-term operational review activities.

  • Sponsorship may be for individual projects or a portfolio of projects (often in excess of $100MM); they are typically considered non-routine and may include: Maximum Allowable Operating - Reconfirmation, pipeline replacement, large pipeline recoating projects, hydrotests, remediation of geological and hydrological hazards, pipeline modifications such as send/receive trap installations, advanced tool development and remediating cased crossings and cathodic protection issues.

  • Provide active project sponsorship oversight:

  • Generate improvement opportunities that align with LRP priorities and optimized asset plans.

• In the P&O Specialist role, you may represent the I&RM department in cross-functional teams and committees focused on strategic asset integrity initiatives, which includes:

  • Participation in joint industry programs (e.g., Gas Mega Rule, Composite Technology Advancement Group)

  • Authoring and presenting technical papers at industry conferences (e.g., International Pipeline Conference)

  • Communicating integrity plans to support development of Asset System Plans and in response to rate case information requests

  • Serve as a liaison for I&RM on project related functions both within Enbridge and externally,

  • Proactively maintain and promote intradepartmental relationships within I&RM as well as interdepartmental relationships (between I&RM and other Enbridge/GTM business units).

  • Participation in regulatory audits and/or informational requests.

• As a Systems Integrity team member, you are expected to:

  • Work independently on assignments with complex technical issues which may include significant design or standard practice deviations, with the ability to make effective and appropriate technical decisions with minimal people leader interaction.

  • Lead the development and future enhancement of Systems Integrity regarding specific P&O group process and procedural documents, such as preliminary project scope definition, business case, workflows, and presentation templates, employing streamlined Decision Effectiveness (RAPID) models where practicable.

  • Provide mentoring, training, and direction to I&RM departmental staff, contractors, and consultants.

  • Support other P&O functional areas when work priorities shift, which may include providing Project Management on a special I&RM project initiative and/or overseeing I&RM Due Diligence project assurance reviews.

  • Maintain/expand a network of consultants and suppliers to ensure industry-leading practices are developed and implemented.

  • Monitor industry sources for technical innovations to augment I&RM integrity programs, and proactively look for opportunities to influence industry standards and practices.

• Participate in I&RM incident investigations as directed.

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering

• A minimum of 10 years of Asset Integrity related experience with demonstrated previous experience as an Integrity Engineer; comparable technical or operational experience will be considered.

• Strong Project Management skills with demonstrated previous experience as a Project Manager or Project Engineer - developing schedules, track actions, and driving projects to completion.

• Successfully prioritize multiple projects to meet task, deliverable, and schedule requirements while managing stakeholder expectations.

• Ability to demonstrate broad business and technical knowledge in resolving problems, project management, identifying opportunities and has a keen awareness of interrelationships with other stakeholders.

• Strong facilitation, collaboration, and negotiation skills to influence and drive-forward results and decisions without formal authority.

• Fluent with Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and ability to utilize other engineering/technical computer applications.

• Effective and professional communication skills, both verbal and written, with peers, management, internal/external stakeholders, vendors and service providers.

• Self-motivated, independent, innovative, responsible and a team player with a strong work ethic and initiative.

Preferred:

• Registration as a professional engineer is preferred.

• Formal education in business or related field (e.g., Masters in Business Administration).

• Formal project management training and credentials with the Project Management Institute (PMI).

• Strong data analysis, metrics, and data mining skills (e.g., Power Query, pivot tables, PowerBI, dashboards)

Informal leadership skills: coaching, mentoring, collaboration and conflict resolution.

• Open office environment with hybrid work schedule (Monday, Tuesday and Thursday are scheduled in-office days)

• Alternate work arrangement schedule permitted (e.g., 9/80)

• Travel as required

• Required to prioritize and manage multiple assignments; meet established deadlines while managing stakeholder expectations

• Company paid international relocation is not offered for this role.

• Flex Work Arrangements: Enbridge provides competitive workplace programs that differentiate us and offer flexibility to our team members. Enbridge’s FlexWork (Hybrid Work Model) offers eligible employees the opportunity to work from home on Wednesdays and Fridays. Role requirements determine your eligibility for this option. #LI-Hybrid #joinourteam

Grasping, kneeling, light - moderate lifting (objects up to 20 pounds), reaching above shoulder, repetitive motion, typing, sitting, standing, visual requirement (able to see screens, detect color coding, read fine print), hearing requirement and the ability to sit at a computer for long periods of time.

Mental Requirements (Both Field & Office) include but are not limited to:

Ability to: understand, remember and apply oral and/or written instructions or other information, understand complex problems and collaborate/explore alternative solutions, organize thoughts and ideas into understandable terminology, organize and prioritize work schedule on a short-term basis, make decisions which have moderate impact on the immediate work unit and monitor impact outside this area, understand and follow basic instructions and guidelines, complete routine forms, compose letters, outlines, memoranda and basic reports and communicate with individuals via telephone.

Diversity and inclusion are important to us. Enbridge is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to age, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, veteran status, Indigenous/Native American status, or disability. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats, communication supports, or other accessibility assistance by contacting careers@enbridge.com.

Information For Applicants:

• Applications can be submitted via our online recruiting system only.
• We appreciate your interest in working with us; however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
• Final candidates for this position may be required to undergo a security screening, including a criminal records check.

To learn more about us, visit www.enbridge.com