Senior Field Integrity Engineer

Description

• Assist in coordinating escalated efforts to remediate discovered asset issues
• Assist in the development of QA programs and evaluation processes to create permanent records that meet regulatory standards
• Coordinate, and document, pipeline field activities and data gathering associated with investigative digs, Direct Examination (DE), and remediation for regulatory compliance
• Assure compliance with Company policies & procedures
• Prepare remediation plans and schedule and identify other pertinent risk reduction measures
• Collaborate with Construction Management, GIS/Asset Data Services, and System Integrity leaders to produce effective solutions
• Identify and properly manage project risk, tracking metrics to identify potential scope or schedule deviations
• Identify and track scope changes per the Change Management process (e.g., documented impact analysis and approvals)
• Review, organize, correct, and help document detailed historical records and data pertaining to gas system integrity to support MAOP Reconfirmation efforts
• Review project life cycle times for field activities and provide feedback for continuous improvement
• Perform technical analysis to evaluate pipeline condition, root cause analysis, and fitness for service
• Ensure all data gathering meets Traceable, Verifiable, and Complete (TVC) standards in accordance with federal regulations
• Exercise project quality assurance programs for field activities, ensuring adherence to 49 CFR 192 and ASME B31.8S
• Track projects from concept through completion, providing field performance updates to responsible Project Managers and associated team
• Attend regular department and project meetings
• Provide technical assistance and formulate guidance to maintain pipeline safety and regulatory compliance with technical regulations
• Organize and maintain pipeline data, assessment reports, technical documentation, procedures, and the basis for all TIMP decisions
• Ensure project teams are following set processes and established protocols

Requirements

• Effective Communication – Written and Verbal
• EIT required, PE highly preferred
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Metallurgical, Materials, or Petroleum) or Construction Management
• 25% Overnight Travel: Required for remote project sites
• NACE (AMPP) or other industry equivalent credentials (preferred)
• Understanding of Natural Gas Integrity Management and pipeline repair methods
• Standards: Familiarity with ASME B31.8S (Managing System Integrity of Gas Pipelines) and its application to threat management and risk assessment
• Proficient use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) (preferred)
• Proven construction experience in a utility or pipeline environment
• Regulatory Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of DOT 49 CFR Part 192, specifically Subpart O (Gas Transmission Pipeline Integrity Management)
• Up to 80% Field Work: Expect significant time in the field conducting inspections and oversight
• Remaining strength calculation proficiency
• Proficient use of MS Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point, and Project
• Fundamental understanding of quality philosophies, tools, and professional ethics
• Knowledge of project scheduling tools, durations, and critical path analysis
• 6 - 10 years of relevant experience (6+ years highly preferred)
• Flexibility: Available to work occasional night shifts as project requirements dictate
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Advanced analytical and data management skills (preferred)

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance