Graduate Piping Engineer

Description

Equinox Engineering Ltd. is a leading global EPCM firm delivering innovative facility design and engineering solutions across natural gas, conventional oil, heavy oil, and emerging energy sectors. We partner with top energy producers across Canada and internationally to design safe, reliable, and efficient facilities from early concept through execution and operation.

We are seeking a Graduate Piping Engineer who is eager to develop technical capability and gain hands-on experience within a multidisciplinary EPCM environment. In this role, you will support piping engineering activities on oil and gas facilities projects, contributing to design, analysis, drafting coordination, and construction support under the guidance of senior engineers.

Why Join Equinox?

Meaningful work on high-impact oil and gas facilities, pipelines, and other major projects

A people-focused culture that values technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Opportunity to develop and grow within multidisciplinary EPCM project teams

Exposure to diverse facilities projects across Canada and international markets

A flexible and supportive environment designed for long-term career development

What You’ll Do

As a Graduate Piping Engineer, you will support the delivery of safe, efficient, and code-compliant piping systems. Your role will include:

Piping Design Support

Assist in the design and layout of piping systems for oil and gas facilities

Support preparation of engineering deliverables including line lists, piping specifications, and material requisitions

Develop engineering sketches and markups to support drafting/design teams in creating 3D models and drawings

Assist with material take-offs (MTOs), quantities, and documentation

Coordination & Team Collaboration

Work with multidisciplinary teams including process, mechanical, civil, electrical, and instrumentation

Participate in design reviews and model reviews under guidance from senior engineers

Support communication with internal teams and, as appropriate, vendors and clients

Project Execution & Delivery

Support the delivery of piping deliverables in alignment with scope, schedule, and quality requirements

Assist with vendor data reviews, technical queries, and procurement support activities

Contribute to project documentation such as design basis memorandums (DBMs) and work packages

Construction & Field Support

Assist with responses to RFIs and technical queries during construction

Support field engineering activities, including site visits and inspections as required

Help ensure designs remain practical, constructible, and aligned with project intent

Safety, Quality & Compliance

Follow established engineering quality processes and procedures

Support compliance with applicable codes and standards (e.g., ASME B31.3, B31.1, and relevant Australian standards)

Demonstrate commitment to safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements

About You

You are an early-career engineer who is enthusiastic about piping design, eager to learn from experienced professionals, and motivated to contribute to multidisciplinary project teams. You bring:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (required)

Eligibility for Graduate Membership with Engineers Australia (required)

0–3 years of relevant engineering experience (oil & gas or EPCM exposure considered an asset)

Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills

A proactive mindset and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment

Technical Foundation

Basic understanding of piping systems, layouts, and equipment connections is considered an asset

Familiarity with P&IDs, piping drawings, and general facility design concepts is an asset

Understanding of industry design practices and standards

Exposure to ASME piping codes is considered an asset

Awareness of materials, fabrication, and installation practices is an asset

Software Proficiency

Exposure to piping design tools and 3D modeling environments (e.g., AutoCAD, CADWorx, Plant 3D, or equivalent)

Familiarity with Navisworks or model review tools is considered an asset

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office tools

Ready to Apply?

If you’re passionate about engineering excellence, enjoy leading technical scopes, and want to contribute to innovative and impactful energy projects, we’d love to hear from you.

About Equinox Engineering Ltd.

Established in 1997, Equinox is a distinguished EPCM service provider globally. Our wide-ranging portfolio includes Sweet and Sour Gas Processing Facilities, Heavy and Conventional Oil Production, Steam Pipeline Systems, and an increasing focus on sustainable energy solutions like Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) facilities and pipelines, Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) projects, and Landfill Gas (LFG) initiatives.