Project Engineer
Remote initially with Hybrid once office is established
Role Summary
CANUSA EPC LLC is seeking a Project Engineer III to execute upstream and midstream oil & gas projects from definition through delivery. This role requires an engineer with 4–8 years of EPC/EPCM or owner-side experience who understands how projects actually get built not just designed.
The Project Engineer III is responsible for planning, scheduling, cost control, technical oversight, and field execution, while providing leadership and mentorship to junior engineers. This position regularly interfaces with clients, vendors, and subcontractors and is expected to make sound engineering and execution decisions.
Primary Responsibilities
Plan and execute upstream and midstream oil & gas projects in accordance with PMI-based project controls
Develop project execution plans, schedules, budgets, and forecasts
Manage engineering deliverables across piping, process, mechanical, electrical, civil, and automation disciplines
Control engineering, fabrication, and automation progress against project scope and schedule
Manage procurement activities and vendor technical alignment
Develop TIC estimates for brownfield and greenfield facilities
Implement and manage project change control
Perform quality control reviews of engineering deliverables
Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and internal design teams
Generate project progress, forecast, and cost control reports
Lead project and technical coordination meetings
Serve as the primary engineering interface with clients and operations personnel
Support proposal development, EPC estimates, and new business pursuits
Travel to project sites for meetings, inspections, and field support (Mainly focusing on Houston, West Texas and OKC/Tulsa offices, with some travel to Denver as needed) 20% travel
Generate and evaluate specifications for piping systems, compression, pumps, and rotating equipment
Develop and review Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
Review and approve detailed piping layouts and fabrication drawings
Perform pipe sizing calculations and system evaluations
Size and evaluate engineered equipment and instrumentation (PSVs, meters, valves, etc.)
Specify vendor requirements and review technical submittals
Monitor vendor progress and compliance with design specifications
Conduct site walks and field surveys to gather design and constructability data
Interface directly with customer engineering, operations, and maintenance teams
Mentor and technically guide junior engineers and designers
Required Technical Competencies
Strong working knowledge of ASME B31 piping codes and applicable oil & gas standards
Proficiency with P&IDs, mass balance diagrams, and piping specifications
Experience with compression, pump, and rotating equipment sizing
Working knowledge of process simulation tools (ProMax, HYSYS)
Proficiency in piping design and material selection
Familiarity with oil & gas constructability, fabrication, and logistics
Experience reviewing vendor drawings and data books
Working knowledge of Bluebeam
Solid understanding of oil & gas facility execution (greenfield and brownfield)
Working knowledge of PMI project execution principles
Ability to lead interdisciplinary engineering teams
Strong technical judgment and decision-making ability
Effective communicator with clients, vendors, and internal teams
Organized, detail-driven, and capable of managing multiple work fronts
Self-directed engineer who understands execution constraints and field realities
Experience Requirements
4–8 years of engineering experience in upstream or midstream oil & gas or refining
Experience working with EPCs, EPCMs, producers, or midstream operators
Background in engineering design, construction management, or facility operations
Education & Credentials
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
Eligible for Professional Engineer (PE) licensure in the U.S. (preferred)
Oil & Gas construction or operations training
Valid driver’s license
Valid passport with eligibility to travel between the U.S. and Canada
Combination of office and field-based work
Travel to project sites across North America
PPE required at job sites
Why CANUSA EPC LLC
We execute projects with a practical, field-driven mindset. Engineers here are trusted to make decisions, own their scope, and see projects through from concept to commissioning.
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