Damage Prevention Engineer

At TC Energy, we are proud to connect the world to the energy it needs. Guided by our values of safety in every step, personal accountability, one team and active learning, we deliver the critical energy that North America and the world rely on while balancing reliability, affordability and sustainability.

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The Opportunity

Our Damage Prevention Implementation Team is looking to add a dedicated individual to help deliver and continuously improve the Damage Prevention Program through out the US and CA.

We are seeking a motivated Engineer with knowledge or experience in damage prevention program components, such as Unauthorized Activity (UA) management, Depth of Cover (DOC), signage management, brushing, leak detection, and aerial patrols. The ideal candidate will bring experience supporting program deliverables, field projects, and budgets, a willingness to learn and grow, and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal operations and stakeholders.

What you’ll do

• Implement and maintain Damage Prevention sub-program procedures and standards, and recommend opportunities to improve them
• Prepare and track budgets, forecasts, and project execution plans for assigned program areas
• Investigate Unauthorized Activities, contribute to incident reviews, prepare regulatory reports, and track corrective actions to closure
• Partner with Regulatory, Integrity Engineering, Operations, GIS, and external stakeholders, and help facilitate working sessions and program reviews
• Evaluate new technologies, analytics, and assessment methods, and support their implementation to improve program effectiveness

Minimum Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering
• 2 to 6 years of engineering or equivalent experience
• Other combinations of education and work experience may be considered
• Registered, or eligible to register, with APEGA as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in good standing (Canada candidates only)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience or exposure to pipeline damage prevention, ground disturbance and crossings, pipeline integrity, or related engineering programs
• Familiarity with Canadian (CSA Z662, CER) and U.S. (PHMSA, state 811) damage prevention requirements
• Experience applying risk-based assessment methods and working with GIS, LiDAR, survey, and patrol data to identify threats and help prioritize work
• Project or program support experience, including budget tracking, scope development, execution planning, and contributing to procedures and standards
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, including building positive relationships with internal teams and external partners, and explaining technical information clearly to a range of audiences

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.

About our business

We 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 careers@tcenergy.com 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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Thank you for considering TC Energy in your career journey.

About Us

Determined, imaginative, curious—if these are some of the ways you describe yourself, we want to learn more about you!

At TC Energy, we are proud to connect the world to the energy it needs. Guided by our values of safety in every step, personal accountability, one team and active learning, we deliver the critical energy that North America and the world rely on while balancing reliability, affordability and sustainability.

We are the essential network that connects communities with opportunities, industries with solutions and nations with prosperity. We create meaningful connections that extend beyond pipelines to the fabric of our daily lives; from heating homes to shaping a brighter future.

At TC Energy, we believe our people are the driving force behind these vital connections. If you’re ready to join a team that’s shaping the future of energy—make the connection and apply today.

About our business

We are a leader in North American energy infrastructure, spanning Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. Every day, our dedicated team proudly connects the world to the energy it needs—moving over 30 per cent of the cleaner-burning natural gas used across the continent. Complemented by strategic ownership and low-risk investments in power generation, our infrastructure fuels industries and generates affordable, reliable and sustainable power across North America, while enabling LNG exports to global markets.

Our business is based on the connections we make. By partnering with communities, businesses and leaders across our extensive energy network, we unlock opportunity today and for generations to come.