Reliability Engineer / Maintenance Lead

Determined, imaginative, curious-if these are some of the ways you describe yourself, we want to learn more about you!

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 Compression / BOP Team is evolving to meet the needs of our growing business and we are seeking a Reliability Engineer or Maintenance Lead who has knowledge and experience to provide technical expertise and consultation to optimize the repairs and maintenance of TC Energy's compression fleet and provide technical support to assure optimum efficiency and equipment reliability in the pipeline system.

The successful individual will possess a high level of mechanical expertise in the testing and repair of various types of engines, compressors, and other major equipment, understanding of gas transmission, equipment usage and strategic value, and excellent knowledge of applicable codes, procedures, policies, and regulations.

Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level and/or ladder.

This position is eligible for our domestic relocation program. The successful candidate must be willing to relocate to Spokane, WA Regional Office. Alternate facility locations in the surrounding area may be considered based on candidate experience.

What you'll do

• Provide expert compressor station related technical support to Field Operations to resolve operability issues

• Act as primary contact for notifications from TC Energy's real-time compression fleet monitoring system

• Assist in the development and implementation of predictive maintenance, performance analysis, vibration analysis, thermography analysis and oil analysis

• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders on equipment performance and repairs.

• Identify, scope, estimate, and lead capital and maintenance projects

• Provide operational and maintenance recommendations based on: oil and coolant analysis, performance and vibration test results, enterprise analytics notifications (remote condition monitoring system), and borescope inspections

• Provide facility expertise throughout the project scoping and design process

• Determine spare parts requirements

• Provide mentoring, training, and technical support to maintenance personnel for optimum performance and maintenance of equipment

• Provide direction in necessary repair methods upon findings from a variety of electronic testing equipment to achieve optimum performance of engine and compressor equipment such as: laser alignment equipment to align motors, pumps, engines, compressors and turbines. Borescope to perform internal inspections on engines, compressors and turbines

• Advise Operations Managers, Leaders and compressor station personnel of problems, if any; recommend remedial action and adjustments necessary to facilitate proper operation

• Work with teams to ensure follow-up work orders are created to document problems and repairs that need to be completed by compressor station personnel

• Provide professional expertise in making necessary adjustments, observe repairs and/or analyze feedback, follow up

• Assist in the building of job plans to ensure consistent maintenance is performed

• Prepare reports for repairs and adjustments performed on the engines and other station equipment

• Oversee the maintenance of instruments, tools, and equipment necessary for maintenance activities

• Review station operating and maintenance records for accuracy, completeness, and diagnostic purposes

• Travel to assigned compressor stations in the event of major equipment failures, analyze operating problems, investigate causes, recommend remedial repairs/procedures, and recommend precautions to avoid future occurrences

• Maintain equipment information as requested and provide updated information to track equipment, operating hours, overhaul history, etc.

• Other tasks as required

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering with 4-6 years of relevant experience, or 10+ years of industry experience in lieu of a degree.

• Expert knowledge of natural gas compression systems and ancillary equipment.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

• Excellent communication skills across all organizational levels.

• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and resolve complex technical issues.

Preferred qualifications

• Comprehensive understanding of DOT 192

• Experience using SAP

• Project management and process improvement skills

This position requires candidates to

• Have and maintain a valid driver's license and safe driving record

• Successfully complete a pre-employment medical screening, including drug and alcohol testing

• Be subject to hazardous conditions including escaping gas, adverse weather, heights, lifting, and cramped conditions

• Be available for extended work hours, and after hour support as needed

• Travel to other company locations for temporary assignments, meetings or training which would involve overnight stays away from home

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 needs-moving 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 careers@tcenergy.com 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 candidate's qualifications.

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Thank you for considering TC Energy in your career journey.