Engineer-Pipeline (Codes and Standards)

Description

• Assist in collection and review of data associated with KM’s annual report filing to the applicable Federal and/or state/provincial pipeline safety programs.
• Participate in Business Unit Emergency Release Line (ERL) Team – on call 24/7 on a rotating schedule.
• Responsible for reviewing new regulations and existing Business Unit standards, and procedures to determine compliance of those regulations.
• Assist in compiling data and statistical analysis for internal and external reporting, with INGAA, API, and other pertinent Industry groups.
• Participate in Regional Abnormal Operations/Accident Review Committee.
• Participate in Business Unit Emergency Response when requested - liaison with federal and state/provincial pipeline safety agencies.
• Coordinate written response needed as a result of any agency pipeline safety audit.
• Assist with administration of the Kinder Morgan’s O&M, Engineering, Construction, and other standards.
• Recommend changes to applicable procedures through the MOC/ADC process to remain in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Responsible for collecting and reviewing data, and the submittal of reports of applicable incidents/accident reports to DOT, CER, Chemical Safety Board (CSB), and other states/provincial pipeline safety programs as required.
• Responsible to ensure that the Business Unit’s current incident tracking system is consistent with PHMSA Accident Report.
• Conduct annual Business Unit procedure review.
• Responsible for reviewing proposed federal and state/provincial pipeline safety legislation and regulations and providing feedback to management as to the impact that new law/regulations will have on the compliance requirements.
• Participate in Root Cause Analysis and various other investigations related to pipeline incidents, as circumstances require.
• Coordinate and participate in U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), Canada Energy Regulator (CER), and applicable state/provincial pipeline safety audits.

Requirements

• Proven organizational and time management skills required.
• Be willing to attend and/or participate in various industry and/or pipeline safety seminars.
• Must be capable of completing and tracking multiple tasks simultaneously, and often under strict deadlines.
• Must be able to work with a team, take direction from supervisor(s) and lead personnel, focus attention on details, follow work rules, and adhere to established work schedules.
• Applicant must be willing and able to work extended hours on short notice for extended periods of time.
• Working experience and application knowledge of various pipeline industry related standards such as API, ASME, NACE, NFPA, and CSA, a plus.
• Working experience and application knowledge of Canada Energy Regulator’s (CER) Pipeline Safety ACT, Onshore Pipeline Regulations, and CSA Z662, a plus.
• Required to carry a Company-provided cell phone and be available to respond during working and non-working hours 24/7.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the Company and its insurers.
• Current and Valid Passport for international travel.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, including ability to interact with individuals at all levels in the organization.
• Up to 50% plus travel required within the United States and Canada, sometimes on short notice.
• Working experience and application knowledge of United States DOT – 49 CFR Parts 192, 195, and applicable state pipeline safety regulations.
• Be able to work in appropriate Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) in both hot and cold climates.
• Intermediate to excellent proficiency level in computer skills (PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Travel will be by most suitable method to meet company needs, such as airplane or car.
• Bachelor degree in Engineering
• Be willing to travel occasionally on Saturday or Sunday as needed to meet Business Unit obligations.
• Experience with working directly with government regulating agency representatives.
• Must be able to work with confidential and sensitive information in a professional manner.
• Working experience and knowledge of Management of Change Processes a plus.
• Must be self-motivated and capable of working with minimal direct supervision.
• Applicant must be willing and able to work some weekends as required.
• Be able to work in both office and outside field environments.
• Knowledge of Pipeline Safety Management Systems a plus.
• The job level will be commensurate with pipeline safety regulatory experience and degree.

Benefits

• Work a hybrid schedule that required to work in office Monday through Wednesday, and opportunity to work remotely on Thursday and Friday.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance