Hydraulic Engineer IV - Business Control Systems
Houston, TX 77079
About the Job
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Hydraulic Engineer to lead and oversee hydraulic design for pipelines and facilities across their full lifecycle—spanning planning, design, procurement, construction, and start-up. This role demands a deep understanding of hydraulic engineering principles combined with a focus on balancing function, cost, safety, and operational reliability.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive hydraulic studies and utilize modeling software to design pipeline and facility systems.
- Provide technical direction and oversight to external engineering consultants to ensure that their hydraulic design work meets safety, quality, cost, and schedule standards.
- Mentor and guide junior team members on hydraulic design and engineering best practices.
- Drive enhancements to internal and external design standards as a Subject Matter Expert in hydraulics, leveraging project management experience.
- Collaborate with Project Development Leads, Project Execution Engineers, and other stakeholders to develop optimized designs that balance function, cost, safety, and operational reliability while considering both capital and operational expenses.
- Lead stakeholder collaborations to ensure thorough review and integration of design details.
- Ensure adherence to internal and external standards and regional design practices.
- Identify and manage scenarios requiring hydraulic transient modeling, leading the execution of these activities.
- Spearhead value engineering and continuous improvement within the System Design group by gathering knowledge, sharing best practices, and implementing lessons learned.
- Provide leadership, training, and development support to other business units, creating training materials and technical seminars.
Scope of Work:
- Engage in complex technical hydraulic design tasks, including scoping, modeling, analysis, and reporting.
- Support the Project Development team by providing specialized hydraulic solutions.
- Offer expert technical knowledge in hydraulic design.
Internal Communications:
- Collaborate with key internal stakeholders across departments such as PETH, Control Center, Project Development, Project Execution, Infrastructure Planning, Risk Management, Asset Management, and Engineering Services.
- Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences through written and verbal means.
- Report to the People Leader for supervision, direction, and coaching.
External Communications:
- Coordinate with external stakeholders, including engineering consultants and third-party customers, as needed.
Working Conditions:
- The role primarily operates in an office environment, with occasional travel required for training and project support.
- Ability to manage shifting priorities and lead hydraulic deliverables with significant impact is essential.
Must Have Qualifications:
- A university degree in Engineering.
- At least seven years of experience in engineering design and project management related to liquid hydrocarbon pipelines and facility design within the oil and gas industry.
- Proficiency in hydraulic modeling and design, including familiarity with SPS and Fathom software suites.
- In-depth knowledge of relevant codes, regulations, and standards.
- Demonstrated innovation, leadership, and ability to drive change.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and technical leadership skills.
- Commitment to coaching, mentoring, and continuous personal and professional development.
At BCS, our Talent is Finding Yours. Our Job is Finding Yours. Apply, Call, or Visit our website today to get the ball rolling!
www.bcsmis.com
972-241-8392
We strongly encourage veterans to apply!
*US citizens and those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply.
*We are unable to sponsor H1b candidates at this time.
www.bcsmis.com
972-241-8392
We strongly encourage veterans to apply!
*US citizens and those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply.
*We are unable to sponsor H1b candidates at this time.
Source : Business Control Systems