Engineer II – Integrity Management Compliance

ONEOK Services Company LLC; Tahlequah (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

ONEOK is seeking an Engineer II – Integrity Management Compliance to support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Integrity Management programs, ensuring adherence with 49 CFR Parts 192 and 195. This role acts as a technical resource for audits, inspections, and regulatory reporting, partnering with stakeholders to identify and mitigate compliance risks.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Engineering and four or more years in pipeline operations, with

Qualifications

• Knowledge of 49 CFR Part 192 for Natural Gas and 49 CFR Part 195 for Liquids.
• Experience in Integrity Management programs, procedures, and processes.
• Ability to interpret regulations, evaluate impacts, and develop practical solutions.
• Strong analytical and detail-oriented approach to compliance.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, interpret, and evaluate federal and state regulatory requirements including 49 CFR 192 and 49 CFR 195.
• Support the development and continuous improvement of Integrity Management programs, procedures, and processes.
• Evaluate existing practices to identify gaps, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Provide technical guidance on compliance obligations, regulatory changes, and engineering requirements.
• Coordinate documentation for regulatory inspections and respond to requests.

Skills

Regulatory interpretation

Engineering analysis

Auditing coordination

Regulatory reporting

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Project

Access

Word

Job description

#WeAreONEOK – Fortune 500 company. 100+ years in business. Leading midstream service provider. Safety first. Sustainable operations. Environmentally responsible. Employee focused.

JOB SUMMARY Job Description Summary The Engineer II – Integrity Management Compliance is responsible for supporting the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Integrity Management programs to ensure adherence with applicable federal and state regulations. This role will serve as a technical resource for IM compliance related initiatives, audits, inspections, and regulatory reporting activities while partnering with stakeholders and operational groups to identify, assess, and mitigate compliance risks. The ideal candidate is motivated and detail-oriented with a working knowledge of requirements under 49 CFR Parts 192 and/or 195. They possess technical expertise and critical thinking skills necessary to interpret requirements, evaluate impacts, and develop practical solutions.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Monitor, interpret, and evaluate federal and state regulatory requirements including 49 CFR 192 and 49 CFR 195
• Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Integrity Management programs, procedures, and processes
• Evaluate existing practices and programs to identify gaps, risks, and improvement opportunities
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to personnel across the organization regarding compliance obligations, regulatory changes, and engineering requirements
• Support regulatory agency inspections by coordinating documentation, responding to requests, and facilitating interactions
• Analyze inspection outcomes and lessons learned to identify opportunities for process improvements and program enhancements
• Conduct reviews and analyses to verify adherence to regulatory requirements and internal programs
• Aid in support of questions related to MAOP / MOP, Pressure / Remaining Life Calculations, Metallurgical reports, Pressure Cycling / Cyclic Fatigue Analysis, and technical procedures
• Lead or support special projects, engineering analyses, and initiatives aimed at enhancing compliance, efficiency, and program effectiveness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or closely related field and the following job related experience preferred

Work Experience

• Experience and training related to: Transmission/gathering pipeline operations
• Facility operations Integrity Management Pipeline stress/strain analyses
• Experience in engineering design and knowledge of criteria for natural gas and/or NGLs in pipeline systems
• Experience at this level is typically attained with four or more years of experience in engineering, operations and/or project management
• Experience in use and function of applications such as: Microsoft Excel, Project, Access, Word, etc.
• Experience identifying, researching, understanding, evaluating, and prioritizing operational problems and coordinating appropriate action/response

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of: 49 CFR Part 195 for Liquids and 49 CFR Part 192 for Natural Gas
• Knowledge of: material failure and structural analysis preferred
• Knowledge of: pipelines or hydrocarbon processing, design, construction, operation, and maintenance preferred
• Ability to: read and interpret governmental regulations, manuals, specifications, and other relevant reports
• Ability to: analyze and resolve issues and/or questions
• Ability to: manage and prioritize multiple assignments with competing deadlines
• Ability to: apply math, algebraic formulas, and statistical methods
• Ability to: interact, negotiate and communicate effectively
• Ability to: operate office tools and equipment required
• Ability to: communicate thoughts, ideas, information, messages, and other written information, which may contain technical material, in a logical, organized, and coherent manner

Licenses and Certifications

None required

Strength Factor Rating - Physical Demands/Requirements

Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Strength Factor Description - Physical Demands/Requirements Standing: Remaining on one's feet in an upright position at a work station without moving about (Occasionally) Walking: Moving about on foot (Frequently) Sitting: Remaining in a seated position (Constantly) Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling) (Occasionally) Carrying: Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder (Occasionally) Pushing: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force (Occasionally) Pulling: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force (includes jerking) (Occasionally) Climbing: Ladders, Stairs (Occasionally) Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling (Occasionally) Stooping: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist (Occasionally) Kneeling: Bending the legs at the knees to come to rest on the knee or knees (Occasionally) Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the legs and spine (Occasionally) Crawling: Moving about on the hands and arms in any direction (Occasionally) Reaching: Extending hands and arms in any direction (Constantly) Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with the hand or hands (Manual Dexterity) (Constantly) Fingering: Picking, pinching or otherwise working with the fingers primarily (Finger Dexterity) (Constantly) Feeling: Perceiving such attributes of objects/materials as size, shape, temperature, texture, movement or pulsation by receptors in the skin, particularly those of the finger tips (Constantly) Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas/information by means of the spoken word (Frequently) Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sound by the ear (Frequently) Tasting/Smelling: (Occasionally) Near Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less (Constantly) Far Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 feet for more (Frequently) Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are (Frequently) Vision: Color - The ability to identify and distinguish colors (Constantly) Working Conditions Well lighted, climate controlled areas (Constantly) Frequent repetitive motion (Constantly) CRT (Computer Monitor(s)) (Constantly) Travel Travel to other locations required Driving Based on assigned tasks, employee may be assigned a company vehicle requiring the applicable driver's license

ONEOK is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, national origin, gender identity, disability, military/veteran status, genetic information or any other categories protected by applicable law. The job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of ONEOK. ONEOK is committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request an accommodation email [e-mail] or call 1-855-663-6547.

Expected Salary Range $90,000.00 - $136,000.00

At ONEOK (NYSE: OKE), we deliver energy products and services vital to an advancing world. We are a leading midstream operator that provides gathering, processing, fractionation, transportation, storage and marine export services. Through our approximately 60,000-mile pipeline network, we transport the natural gas, natural gas liquids (NGLs), refined products and crude oil that help meet domestic and international energy demand, contribute to energy security and provide safe, reliable and responsible energy solutions needed today and into the future. As one of the largest integrated energy infrastructure companies in North America, ONEOK is delivering energy that makes a difference in the lives of people in the U.S. and around the world.