Pipeline Integrity Engineer, Risk

NDT Global; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NDT Global in Canada seeks a Pipeline Integrity Engineer (PIE), Risk to perform data reviews, risk assessments, and develop risk algorithms within regulatory standards. You will prepare risk reports and support integrity investing decisions.

You will build expertise in ETL, data analytics, and risk methodologies, with a structured one-year training program and collaboration across engineering teams to advance pipeline safety.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in any engineering discipline is required.
• A master’s degree in physical, technical or scientific discipline preferred.
• Requirement in Canada: Candidate must be registered with APEGA (or provincial equivalence).
• Proficient in spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Assesses pipeline risk using RiskAnalyst software with qualitative and quantitative risk algorithms.
• Applies statistical techniques to data and presents results clearly.
• Develops risk assessment reports and provides recommendations to clients.
• Assists Data Integration Specialists with data ingestion activities.
• Supports Sales and Marketing with client proposals and presentations.
• Develops client-specific tools in Excel and Python for assessment tasks.
• Maintains knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry advancements.
• Prepares technical papers and attends conferences.

Skills

English proficiency

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree in physical/technical/scientific discipline

Tools

RiskAnalyst

Author

ILIAnalyst

Python

FME

SQL

Job description

Purpose

The goal of the Pipeline Integrity Engineer (PIE), Risk is to be responsible for performing data reviews, risk assessments, supporting the development and maintenance of risk algorithms, and preparing risk assessment reports in accordance with applicable industry standards, regulatory requirements, and customer contractual obligations. The position provides an opportunity to develop expertise in pipeline risk assessment methodologies, integrity management practices, and industry regulations while working in a collaborative team environment.

In addition to risk assessment activities, PIE, Risk is expected to develop a strong understanding of data ingestion processes, and basic extract, transform, and load (ETL) methodologies. The role requires the ability to understand, validate, and interpret pipeline integrity and risk data, including the technical parameters and assumptions that influence risk models and assessment outcomes.

As part of their professional development, the successful candidate will complete a structured one-year training and competency development program designed to build proficiency in risk assessment methodologies, integrity management practices, data analytics, and relevant regulatory and industry requirements.

Job Description

• Assesses pipeline risk through RiskAnalyst software using both qualitative and quantitative risk algorithms for pipeline operators.
• Assesses data by applying statistical techniques and presenting the results clearly. Performs special data analysis tasks (stochastic analysis, probability of exceedance, Monte Carlo stimulation).
• Presents risk results and formulates recommendations to clients that lead to confident decision-making and integrity investing across their organizations.
• Assists the Data Integration Specialists with data ingestion activities.
• Assists a variety of colleagues and departments in risk and integrity related issues.
• Assists the sales organizations with training and consulting activities. Supports Strategic Sales activities and reviews long-term account management plans. Assists Sales and Marketing (preparing client specific proposals, customer presentations, brochures).
• Develops tools (Excel, Python) for client specific assessment tasks for which no existing software solutions are available. Applies a strong understanding of the IRAS software and using tools such as RiskAnalyst.
• Formulates risk algorithms and presents an optimal risk approach to clients.
• Develops and updates integrity procedures. Maintain and improve technical standards for engineering projects and consulting services.
• Prepares or contributes to technical papers and attends conferences.
• Maintains knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry advancements.

Qualification and Education

• A bachelor´s degree in any engineering discipline is required
• A master´s degree in physical, technical or scientific discipline is preferred
• Requirement in Canada: Candidate must be registered with APEGA (or provincial equivalence)
• Must be proficient in spoken and written English

Experience

• 5 years of progressive engineering experience in pipeline risk assessment, threat assessments, and/or integrity management is preferred
• Experience with the following standards is preferred (CSA Z662, CSA Z246.1, Canadian Energy Regulator - CER, Onshore Pipeline Regulations - OPR)

Software

• Advanced understanding of Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams)
• Intermediate understanding of Stochastic analysis (Monte Carlo simulation, Bayesian, Bootstrapping etc.)
• Intermediate understanding of risk assessment software (RiskAnalyst, Author, and ILIAnalyst)
• Working knowledge of Python, FME, SQL databases, programming languages, is strongly preferred