Operations Planning Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 18, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 15, 2026.
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 Opportunit y
Reporting to the Manager of Operations Planning West, the Operations Planning Engineer will apply engineering principles and experience to support the efficient operation of natural gas pipelines and storage systems, working under guidance from senior level engineers.
What you’ll do
- Collaborate with Gas Control, Operations and other stakeholders to ensure efficient daily operations across multiple pipeline segments with varying requirements.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders and customers to plan, execute, and communicate maintenance and project activities impacting pipeline operations.
- Utilize hydraulic pipeline simulation models to evaluate pipeline capacity and determine pipeline constraints.
- Utilize hydraulic pipeline simulation models, historical data, and operational experience to provide input for project design and execution.
- Work with other engineers and stakeholders to develop operational modes and procedures.
- Combine commercial data, stakeholder inputs, and technical data to analyze risk and identify critical facilities.
- Develop and maintain data analysis tools to optimize capacity and improve operational efficiency.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
- 2 - 4 years of related engineering experience.
- Experience with fluid flow simulation tools (e.g., DNV Synergi Gas, Gregg Engineering, or similar).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Pre ferred Qualifications
- Experience in U.S. natural gas industry operations.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
- Experience with a programming language (e.g., Python).
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 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 [email protected] 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.