Balance of Plant (BOP) Sr Mechanical Engineer US
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Charleston, SC - USA
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Job Summary
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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.
Balance of Plant (BOP) team within Facilities Reliability & Integrity (FR&I) Engineering Services comprises senior engineering subject matter experts with deep technical expertise in systems and equipment critical to gas facility operations beyond the prime mover. The team includes Mechanical Electrical and Civil engineering SMEs and is accountable for four key areas: engineering standards and technical governance Tier 3 engineering support to Operations Engineering asset management and maintenance strategy development and project engineering support.
The BOP team is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer with extensive industry experience and deep technical expertise in gas facility mechanical systems and equipment. This role provides a unique opportunity to influence engineering standards improve asset reliability support operational excellence and drive continuous improvement across TC Energys facilities portfolio.
- Serve as TC Energys Technical Authority and subject matter expert (SME) for Balance of Plant (BOP) mechanical systems and equipment supporting compressor station and meter station assets
- Act as the document owner for applicable engineering standards driving the development maintenance and continuous improvement of technical requirements based on operating experience performance data and lessons learned.
- Evaluate and provide guidance on engineering standard variances and technical compliance matters
- Maintain expertise in applicable regulations industry codes and standards and represent TC Energy on targeted industry committees and professional associations
- Establish evaluation criteria and provide technical oversight of service providers suppliers and vendors to ensure alignment with BOP engineering requirements
- Provide Tier 3 engineering support to Operations Engineering for complex technical issues significant asset performance concerns incident investigations and cross-functional challenges
- Support the development of General Plant Maintenance Capital (GPMC) programs by providing SME guidance on asset strategies risk assessments optimization opportunities and investment decisions
- Develop and oversee asset management and maintenance strategies that optimize reliability risk lifecycle performance and cost
- Maintain strategic relationships with equipment manufacturers suppliers and industry partners to support innovation issue resolution and long-term asset performance
- Promote the sharing of best practices lessons learned emerging technologies and improvement opportunities across the organization
- Lead or support research and development initiatives focused on enhancing equipment performance engineering standards and reliability methodologies
- Provide specialized engineering expertise on projects through design reviews technical assessments and strategic SME input during critical project phases
- Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering
- Minimum 15 years of progressive engineering experience in gas facilities midstream operations energy infrastructure or a related industry
- Extensive knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards related to facilities engineering including CFR 192 CSA Z662 ASME B31.3 ASME B31.8 ASME Section VIII and API pressure equipment standards
- Experience in asset management reliability engineering risk-based decision making maintenance optimization and condition-based maintenance practices
- Experience developing maintaining and governing engineering standards specifications and procedures
- Experience supporting engineering design technical assurance design oversight and quality management activities
- Strong interpersonal communication and influencing skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse stakeholder groups throughout North America
- Sound engineering judgment strong problem-solving abilities and a pragmatic approach to technical decision-making
- Professional Engineer (PE) designation is considered an asset
- Deep technical expertise in BOP mechanical systems and equipment including experience supporting measurement and regulation facilities
- Experience with modern condition monitoring technologies predictive maintenance programs and advanced analytical methods
- Demonstrated ability to lead and resolve complex ambiguous and emerging engineering challenges
- Proven ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences including senior leadership
- Strong stakeholder management negotiation and conflict resolution skills
- Experience participating in technical committees industry working groups or standards development organizations
To remain competitive support our high-performance culture and allow for more flexibility in the way we work we offer a hybrid work model and flexible dress code for our eligible office-based workforce in Canada the U.S. and Mexico. #LI-Hybrid
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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About Company
TC Energy is one of North America’s leading energy infrastructure companies with operations in natural gas, oil and power industries.
