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Tallgrass · 2 months ago

Pipeline Integrity Engineer

Lakewood, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$86K/yr - $129K/yr

Tallgrass is a leading energy infrastructure company focused on safely, reliably, and sustainably delivering energy services. They are seeking a Pipeline Integrity Engineer to manage pipeline integrity projects and provide technical support across various pipeline systems while ensuring compliance with regulations and company standards.

Energy

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Efficiently oversee the planning, scheduling, management, and reporting of multiple capital and maintenance projects across various deadlines and levels of responsibility. Such projects include new pipeline construction, pipeline replacement, inline inspection, pipeline integrity remediation, pressure testing, compression, automation and controls, measurement, corrosion, gas processing, pipeline interconnects, encroachments etc

Develop project scope documents while tracking, managing, and reporting any increases and decreases to project scope

Manage several contractors and consultants simultaneously such as inspectors, engineering consultants, surveyors, material suppliers, general contractors, Non-Destructive Examination (NDE) contractors, line stopping and hot tapping contractors, cross compression contractors, In-Line Inspection (ILI) consultants, etc

Engineer pipeline and facility designs for small projects such as pipeline replacements, pipeline re-routes, pig traps, and minor station piping modifications

Oversight and engineering of pipeline defect assessments and repairs

Develop project schedules, cost estimates and budget forecasts as required with minimal direction from supervisor

Develop Request for Proposal (RFP) bid documents for construction projects and materials, etc., conduct bid process, prepare detailed bid analysis, select successful contractor

Provide technical expertise to various internal and external customers and provide engineering and project management support to field operations as necessary

Provide technical guidance on the application of industry codes and standards as well as federal regulations governing hazardous pipeline design and construction

Develop and/or update Company engineering, material and equipment specifications and standards

Manage projects per Company and OSHA safety standards and Company engineering, construction and operating/maintenance standards and procedures

Collect, review, organize and publish project and compliance related documentation into project job books that will be audited by regulatory agencies and retained for the life of the asset

Participate in design reviews for large capital projects as required

Participate in industry research groups as required

Collaborate with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy, and professionalism

Communicate clearly and effectively, both in person and over the phone, demonstrating strong verbal skills and active listening

Regular, dependable work attendance and a fully competent level of performance is expected

Will work non-traditional hours as needed

Maintain a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public

Other daily, weekly, monthly, or special project duties as identified and defined

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Pipeline integrity managementEngineering designProject managementMS Office proficiencyNatural gas industry knowledgePipeline testing knowledgeTeam collaborationCommunication skillsAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Engineering

Manager's discretion will determine the starting field engineering level (III or Sr) based on direct work experience. Job level commensurate with experience and skill sets; position will be filled depending on qualifications, experience and skill sets of the successful candidate

Intermediate proficiency level in MS Office applications that may include but are not limited to Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, Visio, and Outlook

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel)

Knowledge of the natural gas and oil transmission industry, pipeline/facilities design, construction, operation and testing

Proficiency in basic engineering skills

Proficiency in basic project management skills

Familiarity and ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical blueprints and diagrams, including flow charts, cause/effect diagrams, and Piping and Instrument Drawings (P&IDs)

Familiarity with pipeline and facility design calculations and equations

Familiarity and ability to read and interpret basic GIS information and maps

Knowledge of ROW, EHS and regulatory clearances for pipeline projects

Must be able to work with a team, take direction from management, adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules

Ability to organize and prioritize work to successfully perform work on simultaneous projects and tasks to meet deadlines

Job level commensurate with experience and skill sets; position will be filled depending on qualifications, experience and skill sets of the successful candidate

Minimal safety hazards; general office working conditions

Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time

The employee is regularly required to use hands to type, touch, handle, or feel. The employee is required to talk and listen. The employee is frequently required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Ability to work in varying, sometimes extreme, weather conditions as needed during field work

Field activities may include walking to and amidst work and/or construction sites, climbing in and out of trenches, working around heavy equipment and working in confined spaces

Frequent overnight travel may be required

Overtime and/or extended work hours may be required depending on the project

Required to carry a cell phone and be available to respond during working and non-working hours

The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, including credit report for certain positions, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed

Preferred

Specific experience in project management, engineering, design and construction of pipeline, compressor, and meter station facilities

Knowledge of pipeline operation

Knowledge and experience with pipeline and facility pressure testing

Knowledge and experience with stress engineering calculations

Knowledge and experience with Over Pressure Protection (OPP) sizing and review

Knowledge and experience with welding procedures application, welder and procedure qualification

Familiarity with weld inspection, visual and NDE such as RT, MT, UT, and PT

Experience and knowledge of pipeline integrity, ILI tool runs and pipeline defect assessment and repair

Familiarity with Remaining Strength (RSTRENG) calculations and programs

Experience in investigation and root-cause determination of pipeline and equipment failures

Advanced proficiency level in MS Office applications that may include but are not limited to Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Knowledge and/or application experience with industry standards (DOT 49CFR192 and 195, API, ASME B31.8, B31.8S, B31.4, B31.3, Section VIII, Section IX, all the B16's, ANSI, NACE, NEC, MSS-SP-44, SP-75, SP-97, etc.)

Registered engineering intern (EI)

Registered professional engineer (PE)