DescriptionEquinox Engineering Ltd. is a Calgary-based EPCM firm. We are a market leader in oil and gas processing specializing in facilities design, implementation and operational assistance for natural gas, conventional oil, heavy oil and carbon capture projects. Our clients include several of the largest oil and gas producers in Canada and worldwide, and we are currently executing a wide range of sweet gas, sour gas, conventional oil and heavy oil facility and pipeline projects. Summary:The Senior Piping Engineer – Thermal plans, directs, and executes all aspects of Thermal and Steam Piping Engineering activities within the department. Ensures Piping Engineering projects, initiatives, and processes are in conformance with organization's established objectives. Supports the Piping Engineering team across our global offices, including Canada, Australia, USA, and India.
Key Responsibilities

• Subject matter expert for piping design, specification, and installation for thermal piping including SAGD well pads, above ground pipelines, SAGD CPF's.
• Oversee, train, and mentor junior and intermediate piping engineers.
• Ensure the quality and accuracy of Piping Engineering deliverables.
• Generate engineering hour estimates, resource loading, and forecasting for piping engineering projects and tasks.
• Ensure effective use of global workshare to meet corporate requirements.
• Assist in leading and execution of project deliverables including but not limited to piping specifications, line designation tables, isometric and general arrangement drawings, material requisitions, and specialty item specifications.
• Contribute to project documentation including DBM's, execution plans, manhour estimates, and scopes of work.
• Identify and coordinate stress engineering requirements related to piping design.
• Work closely with Piping Design Drafting department to ensure efficient delivery of optimized piping arrangements.
• Contribute to model reviews at 30%, 60%, and 90% design stages, working closely with Piping Design and Drafting department to ensure readily identifiable optimizations are incorporated prior to client review.
• Develop, maintain, and monitor Piping Engineering procedures and standards.
• Liaise with Stress, Mechanical, Supply Chain and Project Management.
• Field review of piping system installations, as-building piping systems as required.
• Coordinate and respond to RFI's related to piping systems.
• Review and manage Client requirements and expectations.
• Develop, manage, and implement project specifications.
• Assist management in short/term planning and business strategies.
• Support staff performance reviews and training.
• Demonstrate commitment to the Health and Safety program.
• Assist with business development and client relationships.
• Industry networking and contact development.

Key Skills & Abilities

• Extensive experience in the design and operation of thermal piping systems in Western Canada, with a specialization in SAGD and/or cogeneration facilities.
• Expert-level understanding of piping codes, including ASME B31.3, B31.1, B31.4, and B31.8, with a strong command of CSA Z662 for above-ground piping design.
• Deep technical knowledge of metallurgy and material selection for corrosive and high-temperature piping systems.
• Proficiency in welding procedures, qualification processes, and non-destructive examination (NDE) methodologies.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor multidisciplinary teams, fostering knowledge transfer and technical excellence.
• Demonstrated experience in executing small to medium-sized projects efficiently while managing competing priorities.
• Strong ability to resolve complex interdisciplinary challenges, collaborating effectively with global workshare teams.
• Experience working with regulatory bodies such as ABSA, TSASK, and TSBC, ensuring compliance with pressure piping applications.
• Hands-on expertise in the design of boiler and steam piping systems, as well as conventional oil, heavy oil, and natural gas facilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, essential for engaging with clients, inspectors, and project teams.
• Familiarity with materials requisitions, supply chain management, and pipeline engineering principles.

Education & Qualifications

• Successful candidate will be a Professional Engineer (P. Eng.) registered with APEGA.
• Possess a Mechanical or Metallurgical Engineering degree.
• Minimum 12+ year's oil and gas experience with minimum 5 years recent EPCM experience, focused on mechanical and piping engineering.
• Experience in CAD and 3D piping modelling is considered an asset.