Senior Pipeline Engineer - Transmission & Distribution (Minneapolis)
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SalaryNo pay range posted
LocationUS-MN-Minneapolis/St Paul
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience6+ yrs
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 18, 2026 · 2w ago
Verified live3d ago
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Bachelor Degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program and 7 years pipeline engineering experience
Bachelor Degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering Technology or related degree from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and 7 years pipeline engineering experience
Master Degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering and 6 years pipeline engineering experience
Expert knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures
Strong computer skills (e.g. AutoCAD, MicroStation, ATF)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience with leading the discipline design for large projects and delegating work tasks to team members
Ability to lead execution of work and resolve issues in a team environment
Demonstrated critical thinking skills, ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment
Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills
Ability to perform quality reviews for detailed engineering documents and specifications
EPC project experience preferred
Professional Engineer (PE) License Preferred
Ability to travel
Skills
AutoCAD
MicroStation
ATF
About the role
Description - External
The Senior Pipeline Engineer would sit in our Minneapolis office and be responsible for oversight pipeline engineering and consulting services for clients across the US. Main responsibilities include leading others in creating pipeline design deliverables. Projects range in size and complexity from small utility distribution upgrades to large transmission projects. This position can influence the growth and success of the Pipelines group. Opportunities to advance into leadership roles are available.
Responsibilities
Senior Pipeline Engineer may include full or partial responsibility of the following assignments:
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Lead in the execution of engineering activities
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Pipeline design including plans, profiles, details and associated bill of materials
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Pipeline facility design (metering and regulating stations, storage field upgrades, and compressor stations) including plans, sections, and details and associated bill of materials
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Coordination to obtain survey, geotechnical investigations, permitting, land acquisition.
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Calculations for studies and reports
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Material and equipment specifications for procurement and/or factory acceptance testing
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Lead in preparation of proposals and scope development, including
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Conceptual designs and execution plans
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Engineering/project cost estimates and schedules
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Lead coordination of design activities with other disciplines (Pipeline Facilities, Civil/Structural, Electrical, Instrumentation and Control, etc.)
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Develop and improve processes, tools and/or factory acceptance testing
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Provide leadership, training and mentoring to less experienced engineers and team members
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Regularly meet and correspond with clients or outside personnel
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Provide short term field support during construction
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Support business development and marketing initiatives
Requirements
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Bachelor Degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program. and 7 years pipeline engineering experience. EPC project experience preferred. Required or
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Bachelor Degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering Technology or related degree from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam. and 7 years pipeline engineering experience. EPC project experience preferred. Required or
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Master Degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering and 6 years pipeline engineering experience. EPC project experience preferred. Required
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Expert knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures. Strong computer skills (e.g. AutoCAD, MicroStation, ATF).
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Experience with leading the discipline design for large projects and delegating work tasks to team members. Ability to lead execution of work and resolve issues in a team environment.
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Demonstrated critical thinking skills, ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment.
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Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.
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Ability to perform quality reviews for detailed engineering documents and specifications.
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Ability to travel.
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Professional Engineer (PE) License Preferred
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EEO/Disabled/Veterans
About the company
Burns & McDonnell is making the world a better place every day. When we take on some of the world’s toughest challenges, we’re putting the industry’s best thinking to work, striving to create amazing success for our clients and amazing careers for our employee-owners. Our staff of more than 7,000 engineers, architects, construction professionals, scientists, consultants and business professionals is constantly growing.
We have offices and projects across the U.S. and around the globe. We are proud to rank among FORTUNE magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. Our culture, powered by 100% employee ownership, plays a major role in getting us there. Each employee brings a high level of commitment to every project. Clients have shown their appreciation of this dedication, rewarding us with a 90% repeat business rate and decades-long partnerships. That’s pretty cool for a firm that started as a small engineering consulting shop back in 1898.
At Burns & McDonnell, you’ll have the opportunity to make a difference while fulfilling your personal and professional ambitions. Our entrepreneurial culture lets you guide your destiny and shape the path your career travels. And with hundreds of service specialties, your career and development options are endless.
Are you ready to create amazing?
Burns & McDonnell is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
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