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Senior/Principal Engineer

Boardwalk Pipelines, LP Human Resources
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 3/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/3/2026

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Must live within 30 miles of facility. 

 

Boardwalk is a limited partnership operating in the midstream portion of the natural gas and natural gas liquids industry, providing transportation and storage services for our customers. Our 14,000 miles of pipeline and storage assets provide diverse market connectivity to producers and end-users who need reliable sources of natural gas for power generation, home heating or petrochemical feedstocks. We have the experience, knowledge, and flexibility to design service offerings and create system enhancements tailored to our customers’ needs throughout the 13 states in which we operate. As an organization focused on sustainability, we are committed to protecting the environment while delivering this energy source. This commitment is made to our customers, employees, and the communities in which we operate. We incorporate environmental stewardship, safety, and compliance into our day-to-day operations and seek to strengthen and support the communities we serve. Additional information about the company can be found online at www.bwpipelines.com.

 

We are currently looking for a Senior/Principal Engineer for our Houston, TX office. 

 

 

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

 

The engineer will provide engineering support on a variety of natural gas pipeline facility projects to provide for the safe, efficient, and reliable transportation of natural gas.

 

This person will be responsible for overseeing the design and engineering of pipeline facilities, ensuring designs comply with company specifications, assist with scope development with estimating/project development groups, and support construction activities.  This person will be responsible for checking drawing packages and managing engineering contractors to ensure adherence to project goals as well as company and industry specifications, codes, and standards. This person will select appropriate material and equipment and ensure it is fit for purpose. This person will support various project managers and numerous projects.  This position will primarily support pipeline facility projects.

 

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE:

 

  •  Bachelor’s degree in engineering from ABET accredited university program. 
  • Licensed professional engineer.
  • Minimum of 10 years’ experience in related field and at least 10 years of experience working with the creation, review, or approval of engineering design drawings.
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience with the management of Engineering Contractors 
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience with the creation, execution, and management of engineering contracts and scopes of work
  • Experience with managing budgets and material procurement
  • Strong technical writing capabilities required to draft engineering, construction, and land contracts.
  • Strong skill level in Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Project
  • Well organized with a high degree of initiative and motivation
  • Ability to work positively and effectively prioritize in a fast-paced environment
  • Able to communicate well, both verbal and written, with team members, clients permitting agency personnel and contractors.
  • Capable of speaking to management on behalf of the project team
  • Valid driver’s license and insurability
  • Able to travel up to 30% of the time and willing to spend extended time (up to 4 to 6 weeks) if required for difficult projects that may require on-site engineering support. 

 

PREFERRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE:

 

  • Understanding of the design requirements for pipelines and the applicable ASME B31.8 and 49 CFR Part 192 codes
  • Interest in staying focused on the engineering of facilities.  Looking for an individual interested in the technical aspects of projects and managing the engineering and design of facilities. 

 

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

 

  •  Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or chemical engineering, Licensed Professional Engineer

 

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

 

Boardwalk Pipelines, LP, maintains a drug-free workplace and will require pre-employment drug & substance abuse testing before hiring.

 

Boardwalk Pipelines, LP, is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

 

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