Oil & Gas Pipeline Design Engineer (PE) - Mi-Tech Services, Inc.

Michels Corporation
Chicago +1 more
On-site

Who this role is best for

Geared toward experienced engineers comfortable with oil and gas pipeline design and compliance with ASME and API standards, with a preference for those who can work in collaborative, multidisciplinary teams across multiple US locations.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 5+ years of hands-on oil and gas pipeline design experience and a PE license
    — “Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in the US”
  • Individuals who thrive in cross-functional, integrated project teams
    — “collaborates across our internationally respected roster of construction craft and professionals”
  • Engineers with strong technical skills in AutoCAD, CADWorx, and CAESAR II
    — “Proficiency with relevant engineering design and analysis software; AutoCAD, CADWorx, and CAESAR II experience preferred”

Things to consider

  • Travel is expected for meetings, site visits, and construction assignments
    — “Ability to accommodate occasional travel for meetings, site visits, and short-term construction assignments”

How to stand out

  • Emphasize experience with ASME B31.4 and B31.8 codes in your resume and interviews
    — “Strong working knowledge of ASME B31.4, B31.8, and other applicable pipeline engineering codes and standards”
  • Demonstrate your ability to independently prepare and seal engineering documents
    — “independently prepare, review, and seal engineering documents in accordance with state licensing requirements”
  • Highlight your track record in delivering construction-ready engineering deliverables
    — “including pipeline routing, alignment sheets, tie-ins, hydraulic calculations, and construction-ready engineering deliverables”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • design efficient piping layouts
  • ensure compliance with HSE regulations
Typical background
5+ years of relevant engineering experiencePE license

Skills & requirements

Required

Oil And Gas Pipeline DesignPiping SystemsHydraulic And Stress AnalysisP&ID And Isometric DrawingsAsme, API, ASTM Standards

Preferred

Water ConveyanceFacility Piping

Stack & domain

Oil And Gas Pipeline DesignPiping SystemsHydraulic And Stress AnalysisP&ids And Isometric DrawingsASMEAPIASTMWater Industry StandardsFabricationInstallationCommissioningTroubleshootingFlowPressureVibrationCorrosionHSE RegulationsTeamworkProblem-solvingAttention To DetailCommunicationLeadershipSafety AwarenessInnovationAdaptabilityPEOil And GasPipeline DesignEngineeringInfrastructure

About the role

Original posting from Michels Corporation via Greenhouse

As a full-service engineering, design, and construction services firm, Mi-Tech delivers comprehensive, in-house support for utility, infrastructure and heavy civil projects from planning and design through execution. Our multidisciplinary team provides practical, innovative solutions that emphasize cost efficiency, constructability, and long-term value. Founded in 1985, Mi-Tech has built a reputation for excellence in engineering, design, environmental, laboratory, technical, and field support across the many industries we serve. As a proud member of the Michels Family of Companies, Mi-Tech collaborates across our internationally respected roster of construction craft and professionals to deliver integrated, end-to-end solutions that meet the highest standards of quality and performance.

An Oil & Gas Pipeline Design Engineer (PE) is responsible for the design, analysis, and integrity of piping systems that support oil, gas, and water conveyance and transportation operations. This role develops efficient piping layouts, performs hydraulic and stress analyses, reviews P&IDs and isometric drawings, and ensures all systems meet ASME, API, ASTM, and water‑industry standards. The engineer supports fabrication, installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting for issues such as flow, pressure, vibration, and corrosion, ensuring full compliance with project requirements and HSE regulations. 

Why Mi-Tech Services Inc.?

We are committed to hiring the best people and giving them the best equipment. 

We are dedicated to improving energy distribution & telecommunication services that serve and improve the communities around us. 

Our steady, strategic growth revolves around a commitment to quality. If it’s worth doing, it’s worth doing right. 

We are family owned and operated. We work to see each other succeed, not to increase a stock market valuation. 

We invest an average of $5,000 per employee on training each year. We want each of our team to learn and grow. 

We believe everyone is responsible for promoting safety, regardless of job title. We are our brothers’ and sisters’ keeper.  

We are a part of the Michels Family of Companies – one of North America’s largest, most diversified energy and infrastructure construction companies. 

We offer a comprehensive benefits program including:  

Health, Dental, and Life Insurance 

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) 

Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance 

401(k) Retirement Plan 

Legal Assistance and Identity Theft Protection Plans 

(Benefits may vary based on position and location) 

Why you?

You like to surround yourself with dedicated, genuine, value-driven people.

You are up to new challenges and opportunities. You like to learn and try new things.

You like to know your efforts are noticed and appreciated.

You believe that individual commitment to a group effort is key to success.

You want your work to make a tangible difference in people’s lives.

What it takes:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Civil, Petroleum, or a closely related engineering discipline

5+ years of relevant engineering experience, including substantial hands-on oil and/or natural gas pipeline design experience.

Demonstrated experience performing detailed engineering design of oil and/or natural gas pipelines, including pipeline routing, alignment sheets, tie-ins, hydraulic calculations, and construction-ready engineering deliverables. Experience with water conveyance or facility piping is beneficial but does not replace direct oil and gas pipeline design experience.

Ability to interpret P&IDs, isometric drawings, and construction drawings

Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in the US, with the ability to obtain licensure in applicable project jurisdictions and independently prepare, review, and seal engineering documents in accordance with state licensing requirements.

Proficient user of Microsoft Office Suite

Proficiency with relevant engineering design and analysis software; AutoCAD, CADWorx, and CAESAR II experience preferred.

Strong working knowledge of ASME B31.4, B31.8, and other applicable pipeline engineering codes and standards.

Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Ability to accommodate occasional travel for meetings, site visits, and short-term construction assignments

Valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record

This information reflects the anticipated base salary for this position based on current market data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Actual pay will be adjusted based on individual’s skills, experiences, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Expected Salary Range$120,000—$150,000 USDAA/EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability

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Source: Michels Corporation careers (Greenhouse)

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