Project Engineer, Pipelines

Full-time, Permanent
Nisku, AB

Work with people who treat you like friends.

Imagine an office where everyone is watching out for you because they know you're watching out for them. Our company sees construction as a team sport, so we care about each other as a team. That level of caring filters through investments in local community groups and charities because we also care about the communities we work in.

Michels Canada empowers your personal and professional growth, equipping you with the tools and support needed to create impactful solutions that shape a better future for others.

About us:
Michels Canada is a nationally recognized general contractor in energy, infrastructure and power construction based in Nisku, Alberta, with offices in British Columbia and Ontario. We are part of the Michels Family of Companies.

The Michels Family of Companies is a privately owned global construction company with operations across North America, Australia, Singapore, and Germany. It is headquartered in Brownsville, Wisconsin, USA.

Our Project Engineer, Pipeline, plays a key role in delivering pipeline projects from start to finish. In this role, they have the opportunity to lead smaller projects or take ownership of specific scopes within larger builds, while gaining hands-on experience across equipment design, procurement, scheduling, production, transportation, installation, testing, and commissioning. Our Project Engineer, Pipeline keeps pipeline projects on track by managing budgets, schedules, and compliance with company standards, while also supporting and mentoring contractors and craft workers through clear interpretation of project plans and specifications. This position is based out of our Nisku office.

Responsibilities:

• Maintaining and promoting a strong safety culture for all employees, vendors, and customers and following all safety policies, procedures, and regulations. Identifying and communicating workplace hazards and correcting or seeking assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.
• Taking the lead in managing the full project lifecycle—from design and procurement through scheduling, production, transportation, installation, testing, and commissioning of complex equipment.
• Keeping projects on track by managing budgets and progress, aligning with schedules and control estimates, and ensuring compliance with company procedures.
• Ensuring work is executed to the highest standards by delivering projects in accordance with design requirements, budget, schedule, and company and project policies.
• Providing clear interpretation of drawings, detail sheets, and specifications to contractors and craft workers to support accurate and efficient execution.
• Preparing, maintaining, and updating engineering and project control documentation.
• Collaborating with project managers, engineers, and key stakeholders to develop and execute effective construction strategies.
• Providing mentoring and coaching to other technical team members, contributing to a collaborative, supportive, and knowledge‑sharing environment.
• Upholding company culture and core values by adhering to Michels Canada's Standards and Policies and working with others to promote and preserve our values while conducting your duties to contribute to a positive and professional work environment.
• Performing additional duties as required.

Requirements:

• Engineering degree with 5-years' experience or Technical diploma with 6-8 years' related experience.
• Registered as P.Eng or P.L. Eng with APEGA in Alberta.
• Minimum of 5-years of related construction experience with a contractor, preferably in pipeline or heavy civil construction.
• Working knowledge of Primavera, MS Project, Excel, AutoCAD and Bluebeam.
• Familiarity with CSA Z662, ASME B31.4, or ASME B31.8 considered an asset.
• Experience writing plans in accordance with company specifications and applicable industry codes.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast‑paced project environment.
• Must possess a valid driver license for the type(s) of vehicles which may be driven, and an acceptable driving record as determined by Michels Review Team.

Benefits:
We offer competitive total compensation, meaningful and challenging work, and an engaging and collaborative environment. For more information on our company, please visit our website at www.michelscanada.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted. For other opportunities at Michels Canada, join us at https://www.michelscanada.com/jobs/apply/

It is our commitment to create a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, or ordinances. If you need assistance and /or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruitment process, please send us an email to: careers@michelscanada.com.

No recruitment agencies, please!

**Please be aware! **
It has come to Michels Canada attention that job seekers have received false employment offers from individuals or organizations posing as Michels Canada. Please keep in mind these important tips:

• Michels Canada does not require payment from anyone seeking employment at any time during the recruitment and/or selection process.
• All recruitment email correspondence comes from email addresses displaying the correct spelling of our company name: @michelscanada.com or @michels.us.
• Formal offers of employment are only made once the recruitment and selection process are complete. Personal and banking information is NOT collected until you have been personally onboarded by our HR team.
• We do not extend any formal offers of employment or execute employment agreements through text messaging, social media, job posting websites or social chat platforms.

We take this matter seriously and are continuously working with the appropriate authorities. Please remain aware of this matter, report any suspicious outreach to your local authorities, and email any concerns to hrcompliance@michelscanada.com.

Please note: resumes sent to this email will not be considered; please apply directly to our current career opportunities at https://www.michelscanada.com/jobs/apply.

Please note: All job postings at Michels Canada are to fill existing vacancies within our organization. While Michels Canada may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to support part of the screening process, applications are still reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition Team to ensure a thorough and fair evaluation.

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