Operations Execution Planning Engineer

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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 Operations Planning East team is looking to add a new member in Calgary to support Canadian Mainline and TQM Systems Operations. We are seeking a full-time Engineer who has knowledge and experience in hydraulic analysis operational coordination optimization and management of facility outages on TC Energys Canadian-based pipeline systems.

As part of a team plan and support the operation of TC Energys Canadian Mainline and TQM pipeline system. The job functions are varied and change daily depending on current operations and what is happening across the system over the short term and longer term.

What Youll Do:

• Plan and coordinate the short term and mid-term scheduling of maintenance activities (up to 2 years) to maintain capacity for existing gas transportation customers while ensuring activities are able to be executed as planned with internal departments as well as interconnecting pipelines and gas consumers

• Prepare and review outage procedures for pipeline maintenance

• Support capacity determination derivation of shipper firm requirements fuel use determination and availability of non-firm transportation capacity

• Often required to interact with a variety of teams including Gas Control Field Operations System Design Engineering Pipeline Integrity Regulatory Commercial and as well as external customers

• Occasional field site visitation to present and discuss operational topics

• Perform various analytical/technical assignments requiring a general familiarity within a broad field of engineering/technology

• Conduct independent studies and analyses to develop interpretations and conclusions

• Problem-solve using a combination of standard processes or methods previously developed

• Utilize a pipeline simulation model to analyze pipeline hydraulics and plan the operation of the TC Energy gas pipeline system to optimizes various objectives

• Given the dynamic nature of the day-to-day operation on-call and response to tight timelines is required

• Demonstrate commitment to continuous learning

• Mentor junior staff members providing guidance to encourage and foster initiative and creativity

• Other tasks as required

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Engineering recognized by APEGA includingregistrationasa P. Eng; or equivalent Technologist Certification

• 5 or more years of progressive relevant experience

• Experience in pipeline simulation modeling i.e. Synergi Gas Solver

• Knowledge of gas pipeline hydraulics and familiarity with the Mainline natural gas transmission system is a requirement

Preferred Qualifications

• Mature and self-motivated

• Good planning and organizational skills

• Good analytical problem solving and technical abilities

• Good oral and written business communication and presentation skills

• Aptitude with computer simulation programs

• Strong interpersonal skills with good influencing negotiating and facilitation abilities

• Work effectively in a rapidly changing environment with changing priorities

About our business

We are a leader in North American energy infrastructure spanning Canada the U.S. and Mexico. Every day our dedicated team proudly connects the world to the energy it needsmoving over 30 per cent of the cleaner-burning natural gas used across the continent. Complemented by strategic ownership and low-risk investments in power generation our infrastructure fuels industries and generates affordable reliable and sustainable power across North America while enabling LNG exports to global markets.

TC Energy is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program supervised by the US government. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race religion age sex color national origin sexual orientation gender identity veteran status or disability. We are also committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. Applicants requiring accommodations or accessible formats are encouraged to contact us at for support.

All applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country where the position is based without restrictions. Background screening is required for all positions which may include criminal and/or credit checks. Offers may be extended at a different level or job title that best aligns with the successful candidates qualifications.

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