Pipeline, Field Engineer

Energy Job Shop; Kenedy (TX); On-site; USD 102,000 - 203,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid travel

Competitive hourly rate

Job summary

RigUp is seeking Pipeline Corrosion-Control Specialists to coordinate and execute cathodic protection programs for pipeline and facility assets in Kenedy, Texas. This role focuses on regulatory compliance, asset integrity, and safe field operations, requiring extensive experience in cathodic protection and strong organizational skills.

Candidates should have AMPP/NACE CP1 certification, at least five years of related work, and the ability to travel frequently.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of cathodic protection and pipeline integrity experience.
• AMPP/NACE CP1 certification required.
• Experience with PHMSA-regulated pipeline systems and data collection.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute cathodic protection programs for pipeline assets.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and asset integrity in field operations.
• Collect field data, perform surveys and rectifier inspections.
• Travel frequently and work independently in remote environments.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Documentation

Field data management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (technical degree preferred)

AMPP/NACE CP1 certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic data management systems

Job description

Pipeline Specialists - 9x80 - $122.85/hr - Kenedy, TX

RigUp is seeking Pipeline Corrosion-Control Specialists to coordinate and execute cathodic protection programs for pipeline and facility assets in Kenedy, Texas. This role involves ensuring regulatory compliance, asset integrity, and safe field operations. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in cathodic protection, strong organizational skills, and relevant certifications.

Perks & Benefits

• $122.85 per hour
• Paid travel throughout operating areas
• Opportunity to work on both regulated and non-regulated pipeline assets
• Work with a leading company in pipeline integrity and asset management

What You’ll Need

• High school diploma or equivalent (technical degree preferred)
• AMPP/NACE Cathodic Protection Technician (CP1) certification
• Minimum 5 years of experience in cathodic protection, pipeline integrity, corrosion control, or related field operations
• Experience with PHMSA-regulated liquid and gas pipeline systems
• Demonstrated experience with cathodic protection surveys, rectifier inspections, and field data collection
• Ability to work independently in remote field environments
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel frequently
• Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic data management systems

What Will Make You Stand Out

• AMPP/NACE Cathodic Protection Technician (CP2 or higher) certification
• AMPP/NACE Corrosion Technician certification
• Experience with CIS surveys, DCVG, ACVG, interference testing, and troubleshooting impressed current systems
• Experience with GIS, mobile data collection applications, and integrity management systems
• Knowledge of underground piping, facility corrosion programs, and integrity management processes