Pipeline Engineer

Nuclear Energy About the role: We're looking for a Pipeline Engineer on behalf of our client. This is a 1-year contract assignment.(W-2) You will provide engineering design, analysis, and field support for natural gas transmission pipelines and associated facilities, including measurement and pressure regulation stations. You will oversee third-party engineering firms supporting projects from development through construction, testing, commissioning, and closeout, ensuring safe, compliant, and reliable pipeline systems. You will report to the onsite manager. Location: Remote position Key Responsibilities:

• Perform and support pipeline design and engineering following applicable federal regulations and industry standards (e.g., 49 CFR 192/195, ASME, API).
• Participate in and support HAZOP and risk review sessions for pipelines, stations, and facilities; document findings and assist with mitigation measures.
• Support the design, specification, and review of measurement and pressure regulation (M&R) facilities, including meter runs, regulators, control valves, heaters, filtration, instrumentation, and overpressure protection.
• Support materials selection for line pipe, fittings, valves, and coatings based on class location, operating conditions, corrosion environment, and constructability.
• Support proposal evaluation activities, including technical bid tabulations, clarifications, and development of award recommendations for engineered equipment and services.
• Provide vendor surveillance for major pipeline and station equipment, including shop inspection planning, inspection oversight, and participation in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT).
• Develop/review Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and Quality Control Plans (QCPs), and define hold/witness points and acceptance criteria for critical manufacturing and testing activities.
• Coordinate with inspectors and suppliers to verify compliance with specifications, ITP/QCP requirements, and project quality plans; review and disposition inspection and FAT reports.
• Support development and review of welding procedures (WPS/PQR), welder qualifications, and repair strategies.
• Support development and review of welding procedures (WPS/PQR), welder qualifications, and repair strategies.
• Review and support radiography and other NDE methods (RT, AUT, UT, visual) and resolve construction issues as needed.
• Assist in defining hydrotest section limits, test pressures, profiles, and procedures; support hydrotest execution and troubleshooting.
• Support cathodic protection (CP) system design, including anode beds, test stations, and rectifiers; assist with CP commissioning and baseline surveys.
• Review and validate as-built drawings, alignment sheets, station drawings, and survey data; ensure completeness of job books, test records, MTRs, and turnover packages.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Civil, or related Engineering discipline.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in pipeline engineering, facilities engineering, or pipeline construction support.
• Working knowledge of natural gas transmission pipelines and station facilities, class location requirements, hydrotesting, welding, NDE, and CP fundamentals.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and field documentation.
• Experience supporting M&R stations, CP systems, DCVG surveys, and start- up/commissioning.
• Experience participating in HAZOP or formal risk review processes.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, alignment sheets, and pipeline data systems.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or progress toward EIT certification.

Our Safety Pledge to You: If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then this is the position for you! For us, our guiding principle has always been and will continue to be the safety of our people. It's that simple! Why WECTEC Staffing Services? WECTEC Staffing Services delivers customer-focused solutions, offering everything from high-volume, cost-effective staffing to specialized niche roles, while maintaining best-in-class service. Our employees bring expertise across technical and corporate functions, supporting international contracts in over five countries. We invite you to explore opportunities within our distinguished global talent network. WECTEC Staffing Services offers competitive pay to all of our employees. Additionally, most positions qualify for benefits including the following:

• Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

We are committed to transparency and equity in all our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $55.00/hr. to $60.00/hr. WECTEC Staffing Services continues to successfully place professional and technical resources into key roles globally. You can learn more by visiting You can submit your completed application, and explore other available options, using the following link: careers.westinghousenuclear.com Get connected with WECTEC Staffing Services on social media: LinkedIn Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities