Pipeline Integrity Engineer / Analyst

Southern Company Gas; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Company Gas seeks an experienced Pipeline Integrity professional to support the Transmission Integrity Management Program (TIMP). The role focuses on DA assessments, data analysis for risk and threats, and coordinating field activities with regulatory reporting teams.

The ideal candidate will serve as TIMP SME, prepare excavation plans, manage budgets, and drive continuous improvements in pipeline integrity and compliance.

Qualifications

• Project management proficiency.
• Advanced GIS proficiency.
• MS Office proficiency.
• Strong communication and technical writing.
• Advanced analytical and data management skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of regulatory codes (49 CFR 192, ASME B31.8).
• Experience with pipeline integrity and TIMP is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as TIMP SME for DA assessments planning.
• Analyze transmission data to identify HCA and threats.
• Prepare excavation plans and exhibits for field work.
• Document TIMP decisions and maintain data systems.
• Draft remediation plans and schedule risk-reduction measures.
• Prepare technical RFPs and evaluate vendor submittals.
• Monitor budgets, invoices, and contractual compliance.
• Coordinate with operations for regulatory reporting.
• Ensure contractor training and qualifications are up to date.
• Track progress toward regulatory deadlines.

Skills

Project management

GIS proficiency

MS Office proficiency

Advanced communication

Technical writing

Data analysis

Independent work

Relational data analysis

Pipeline integrity

Risk assessment

Education

B.S. Engineering

Engineer In Training (E.I.T.) Certification

High School Diploma

Associate’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

ESRI Professional Certification

Tools

Pipeline evaluation software

In-line inspection software

Remaining strength calculations

Job description

• Engineer I
• Engineer II
• Engineer III
• Engineer, Sr.
• B.S. Engineering
• Engineer In Training (E.I.T.) Certification

The Pipeline Integrity Engineer Is a Focused Discipline Within a Job Family. The Duties Listed Are Activities Associated With The Various Levels Of The Engineering Progression. This Progression Covers The Following General Titles:

• Engineer I
• Engineer II
• Engineer III
• Engineer, Sr.
• Engineer, Principal

The Pipeline Integrity Analyst Is a Focused Discipline Within a Job Family. The Duties Listed Are Activities Associated With The Various Levels Of The Analyst Progression. This Progression Covers The Following General Titles:

• Analyst, Pipeline Integrity I
• Analyst, Pipeline Integrity II
• Analyst, Sr. Pipeline Integrity

This position provides technical support for the implementation of the Transmission Integrity Management Program (TIMP).

Functional Expertise:

• Serve as the TIMP subject matter expert for the planning and execution of Direct Assessment (DA) assessments.
• Analyze transmission pipeline data – identify High Consequence Areas, identify pipeline threats, prepare pre-assessment data, select appropriate assessment methods, review & integrate assessment data, direct examination selection for repair or tool validation, recommend re-assessment intervals, and draft written post-assessment reports.
• Prepare excavation plans and technical exhibits to assist in permit acquisition for field assessment activities. Perform technical analysis to evaluate pipeline condition, root cause analysis, and fitness for service.
• Document all aspects of transmission pipeline integrity management plan. Organize and maintain pipeline data, assessment reports, technical documentation, procedures, and the basis for all TIMP decisions. Perform written plan updates and initiate plan changes as needed to maintain code compliance. Organize supporting documentation and plan for regulatory audits.
• Analyze assessment data. Prepare remediation plans and schedule and identify other pertinent risk reduction measures.

Business Acumen:

• Prepare technical requests for proposals for transmission pipeline integrity field services, evaluate vendor submittals, and recommend vendor selections.
• Responsible for determining assessment budget requirements
• Responsible for tracking, monitoring, and reporting of assessment budget
• Responsible for processing invoices and accruals
• Administer contracts with 3rd party contractors. Perform quality audits of contractor work to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Responsible for identification and implementation of process improvements

Engagement:

• Provide technical assistance for operations and formulate guidance to maintain pipeline safety and regulatory compliance with technical regulations.
• Gather data from Operations, Company Systems, and other sources necessary to support TIMP decisions, threat identification, risk analysis, and regulatory reporting (i.e. pressure history, gas quality, leak history, encroachments)
• Provide technical support for engineering, construction, and operations
• Utilizing comprehensive analysis, identify necessary Preventive & Mitigative (P&M) measures. Work with key operational stakeholders to implement and track effectiveness.
• Review and evaluate new IM technology. Develop corresponding processes and procedures for use. (materials & equipment)
• Identify needs for pipeline modifications (i.e. piggability retrofit) and coordinate with engineering to implement

Driving Results:

• Work with permitting authorities to secure necessary permissions for assessment activities
• Communicate with affected landowners in areas affected by assessment activities
• Communicate with internal resources as necessary to prepare for and execute assessment activities (i.e. gas control)
• Responsible to prepare required regulatory reports, notifications, and documentation
• Responsible for transmission data model updates and maintenance
• Verify proper training and qualifications of contractor resources (i.e. OQ)
• Monitor Integrity assessment and remediation schedules and track progress towards regulatory deadlines

Education, Certifications/Licenses:

Analyst I, II / Sr. Analyst

• High School Diploma

Preferred:

• Associate’s Degree
• Bachelor’s Degree
• ESRI Professional Certification

Engineer I, II, and Engineer III

• B.S. Engineering

Preferred:

• Engineer In Training (E.I.T.) Certification
• Engineering Discipline – Civil, Mechanical, Metallurgical, or Materials

Engineer, Sr. / Engineer, Principal

Preferred:

• Professional Engineer (PE)
• Project Management Certification
• Engineering Discipline – Civil, Mechanical, Metallurgical, or Materials
• Advanced Degree (Master’s – i.e. MBA or Master’s in Engineering)

Related Work Experience:

Analyst I

• High School Diploma with 4 years relevant work experience OR
• Associate’s Degree with 2 years relevant work experience OR
• Bachelor’s Degree with 1 years relevant work experience

Analyst II

• High School Diploma with 5 years relevant work experience OR
• Associate’s Degree with 3 years relevant work experience OR
• Bachelor’s Degree with 2 years relevant work experience

Sr. Analyst

• High School Diploma with 8 years relevant work experience OR
• Associate’s Degree with 6 years relevant work experience OR
• Bachelor’s Degree with 4 years relevant work experience

Preferred:

• Pipeline Integrity experience
• Utility experience

Engineer I

• BS in recognized engineering discipline from an ABET accredited institution

Preferred:

• Transmission pipeline integrity experience

Engineer II

• 3+ years gas utility operations, engineering, or related experience

Preferred:

• Transmission pipeline integrity experience
• Integrity Engineer II

Engineer III

• 5+ years gas utility operations, engineering, or related experience
• 2+ years transmission pipeline integrity experience

Engineer, Sr.

• 7+ years gas utility operations, engineering, or related experience
• 3+ years transmission pipeline integrity experience

Engineer, Principal

• 10+ years gas utility operations, engineering, or related experience
• 4+ years transmission pipeline integrity experience

Specific Skills & Knowledge:

Analyst I, II / Sr. Analyst

• Project management proficiency
• Advanced Geographic Information Systems (GIS) proficiency
• Advanced MS Office proficiency
• Advanced communication skills
• Proficient technical writing skill
• Advanced analytical and data management skills
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
• Advanced ability to analyze and integrate relational data

Preferred:

• Technical pipeline evaluation software
• Remaining strength calculations proficiency
• Pipeline assessment vendor in-line inspection software proficiency
• NACE (or other industry equivalent) credentials
• Knowledge of regulatory codes and industry standards 49 CFR 192, ASME B31.8, etc.
• Pipeline assessment vendor in-line inspection software proficiency

Engineer I, II

Preferred:

• Technical pipeline evaluation software
• Remaining strength calculations proficiency
• Pipeline assessment vendor in-line inspection software proficiency
• Knowledge of regulatory codes and industry standards 49 CFR 192, ASME B31.8, etc.
• NACE credentials

Engineer III

• Project management proficiency
• Advanced Geographic Information Systems (GIS) proficiency
• Advanced MS Office proficiency
• Advanced communication skills
• Advanced technical writing skill
• Knowledge of regulatory codes and industry standards 49 CFR 192, ASME B31.8, etc.
• Proficient analytical and data management skills
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision

Preferred:

• Technical pipeline evaluation software
• Remaining strength calculations proficiency
• Pipeline assessment vendor in-line inspection software proficiency
• NACE (or other industry equivalent) credentials
• Remaining strength calculations proficiency
• Pipeline assessment vendor in-line inspection software proficiency
• NACE (or other industry equivalent) credentials

Engineer, Sr. / Engineer, Principal

• Project management proficiency
• Advanced Geographic Information Systems (GIS) proficiency
• Advanced MS Office proficiency
• Advanced communication skills
• Advanced technical writing skill
• Knowledge of regulatory codes and industry standards 49 CFR 192, ASME B31.8, etc.
• Advanced analytical and data management skills
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