Trans Mountain operates Canada’s only pipeline system transporting oil products to the West Coast. We deliver approximately 300,000 barrels of petroleum products each day through 1,150 kilometres of pipeline in Alberta and British Columbia, and 111 kilometres of pipeline in Washington state.

Our Core Values

Trans Mountain’s core values – Safety, Integrity, Respect and Excellence – guide our every step. Each obstacle we’ve overcome or success we’ve experienced has been the result of a shared commitment to living these values every day. Together, we’re focused on doing the right thing for each other and our communities.

Reporting to the Team Lead Right of Way Hazards, as the Senior Engineer Geotechnical, you will have the opportunity to work with a progressive and fast-paced group of engineering professionals. This position is based in our Calgary office.

The Senior Engineer, Geotechnical will provide geotechnical subject matter expertise in the continual development and execution of the Trans Mountain Right of Way Hazards program, which includes both geohazard and third-party hazard management.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide technical guidance/oversight related to the monitoring and assessment of geotechnical hazards to the pipeline and Right of Way, including recommendations for risk prioritization.
• Advance the geotechnical hazard detection and monitoring methods by pursuing the use of new data-gathering techniques, analytics, and technologies. Develop and apply pipe-soil interaction and pipe strain demand and reserve capacity principles to aid with geotechnical hazard risk prioritization recommendations.
• Provide technical guidance/oversight related to the evaluation and approval of third-party crossing or proximity permits to support the Damage Prevention team.
• Oversee major geotechnical field activities including hazard assessment/monitoring and remediation implementation, including working with projects led by the Pipeline Maintenance and Engineering teams.
• Manage 3rd party consultants and vendors.
• Participate in internal audits and external audits with regulatory agencies.
• Provide technical and other career mentoring to junior and intermediate team members.

Qualifications and Professional Experience:

• Must have a Professional Engineer designation and eligible for registration as a P Eng. with APEGA and/or APEGBC
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in a geotechnical role
• Preference will be given to candidates that have knowledge and experience in the following areas: pipelines; other linear infrastructure; geohazard monitoring and assessment; seismic geotechnical hazards; project management; mentoring; collaborating with regulatory agencies (CER, AER, BCOGC, PHMSA, AEP); CSA Z662 & CFR 195.
• Ability to analyze and troubleshoot complex problems and make sound decisions.
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a high-paced, multi-task environment with attention to detail.
• The preferred location for this position is Calgary but we will consider other locations along the pipeline (Edmonton, Kamloops or Burnaby).

We Build Careers and Pipelines That Last

Our story is about determination, resourcefulness and resilience. It’s about charting our own course, finding innovative solutions to challenging problems and doing the right thing. It was true when Trans Mountain became a company in 1951 and it’s just as true today. We welcome new members to our team that embrace the qualities in our story, that thrive on the new path and directions we take. Our culture is one of care and taking our responsibilities seriously. If you would like to contribute to our culture, then join our journey.

A Rewarding Opportunity

We offer:

• Valuable experience providing opportunity for professional development and career advancement;
• An opportunity to engage with and learn from some of the most talented and experience people in the business;
• Competitive compensation;
• Comprehensive benefits programs including flexible benefits, pension and savings plans
• A place to share a sense of purpose and build relationships;
• Meaningful work that makes a difference;
• An opportunity within the Canadian energy industry.

We value:

• The heath, safety and wellness of everyone working in our company;
• Meaningful participation from Indigenous and local communities;
• The commitment and resilience of our people;
• Collaboration and achieving success together.

In keeping with Trans Mountain’s commitment to maximize benefits for communities, priority will be given to qualified candidates from Indigenous, local and regional communities along the Trans Mountain existing, and expansion, pipeline corridor.

In Alberta, the existing pipeline system spans the traditional territories of Treaty 6, 7 and 8, and the Métis Nation of Alberta (Zone 4).

In British Columbia, the system crosses the traditional territories of numerous First Nations that are affiliated with the Secwepemc, Dakelh (Carrier), Nlaka'pamux, Syilx/Okanagan, Interior and Coast Salish, Stó:lo, as well as the Métis.

Trans Mountain also operates through 15 First Nation Reserves located within the region spanning the BC interior through Fraser Valley.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trans Mountain is committed to supporting diversity and individual differences. The diverse viewpoints and cultural knowledge that our employees bring to work enrich our organization’s collective cultural understanding, which is reflected in the work we do every day. Trans Mountain welcomes new team members from traditionally underrepresented groups, including women, Indigenous Peoples, members of visible minorities and persons with disabilities.