Materials Engineer

At TC Energy, we are proud to connect the world to the energy it needs.
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The OpportunityReporting to the Manager, Materials & Coatings Engineering, the Materials Engineer will develop and implement strategies to ensure pipeline materials meet TC Energy’s design requirements and technical specifications. This role is responsible for supporting the development and maintenance of company standards and specifications, evaluating and auditing manufacturers, and assessing material suitability for use across our pipeline systems. Leveraging technical expertise, the Materials Engineer will also contribute to research initiatives and support TC Energy’s participation in the development of international industry codes and standards.
What you’ll doCollaboration: Work closely with Quality, Supply Chain, Projects, and other Engineering teams to ensure the specification and manufacture of high-quality materialsProject Support: Through specifications and standards, identify and select appropriate materials based on project requirements, ensuring they meet quality, cost and performance standards
Supplier Management: Evaluate and manage the technical capabilities of suppliers to ensure they provide materials that meet the required specifications and quality standards
Quality Assurance: Implement engineering quality control processes and methods to ensure materials meet the necessary standards and specifications. Perform site inspections and audits when required
Technical Support: Provide technical support to other teams, including troubleshooting material-related issues, performing materials RCAs, and recommending solutions
Documentation: Maintain accurate records of material reviews, test results, and quality control processes records
Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement changes to enhance material quality and efficiency
Provide oversight to projects ensuring that designs are fit-for-purpose, demonstrated to meet expectations for safety, cost, quality, and performance, and conform with regulations, industry standards and company specifications
Serve as Technical Lead to assigned working teams or special initiatives
Provide review oversight, coaching and mentorship to junior members of the team when appropriate
Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related degree
Registered, or eligible to register, with APEGA as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.)
Ability to work and travel in North America and to manufacturing locations overseas
Proven knowledge of natural gas pipelines and station design codes and standards (CSA Z662, CSA Z245.Xx, ASME B31, API 5L, API 6D etc.)6+ years of experience in materials evaluation and selection, manufacturer evaluation, audit and inspection
Preferred Qualifications10 - 12 years of relevant experienceExperience with asset life cycle management
Proven Management of Change process experience and use of evaluation practices and tools required to successfully complete a change
Proficient with process incident root-cause analyses and addressing corrective actions
Proficient in facture and materials testing analysis,
Ability to think analytically, perform analysis, and support recommendationsProven experience in materials engineering, quality assurance, or a related role
Ability to work effectively in a team environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Strong knowledge of material properties, testing methods, and quality control processes
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
This position requires candidates toHave and maintain a valid driver's license and provide a driver's abstract (record) for review
Travel to other company locations for temporary assignments, meetings or audits (estimated up to 15% of work schedule)
To remain competitive, support our high-performance culture and allow for more flexibility in the way we work, we offer a hybrid work model and flexible dress code for our eligible office-based workforce in Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. #LI-Hybrid
About our businessWe are a leader in North American energy infrastructure, spanning Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. For over 75 years, we have proudly connected the world to the energy it needs. Every day, we move more than 30 per cent of the natural gas used across the continent and connect LNG exports to global markets, powering communities and industries. Complemented by strategic ownership and low-risk investments in power generation, our infrastructure delivers affordable, reliable and sustainable energy across North America. Our field operations span seven Canadian provinces, 34 U.S. states and seven Mexican states. Together, we strengthen the connections that deliver the energy the world relies on-every day.
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 View email address on ca.hrm.tc 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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