PODS (Pipeline Open Database Standard) Analyst

Motion Recruitment; Houston (TX); Híbrido; USD 70.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical insurance (4 plans)

Dental & Orthodontic benefits

HSA

FSAs (HC/DC)

Voluntary life insurance

Disability insurance

Hospital indemnity insurance

Descripción de la vacante

Motion Recruitment Partners is seeking a Pipeline As-Built Data Specialist for a hybrid role in downtown Houston. You will transform complex engineering drawings into accurate PODS records, validate data, and support regulatory compliance across North America.

The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of pipeline data validation, CAD drafting, and ESRI ArcGIS experience, plus strong Excel/Access or SQL skills.

Formación

• Associate degree or higher in CAD Drafting, GIS, Engineering Technology, or equivalent.
• 5+ years of pipeline as-built data validation and related drafting or database maintenance experience.
• Direct experience with PODS or similar tabular databases (PODS/UPDM/APDM/ISAT).
• Ability to read complex drawings, redlines, survey documents, and technical specs.
• Proficiency with ESRI ArcGIS to view and verify spatial alignments.
• Advanced Excel lookups, filtering, and use of Access or SQL for data manipulation.
• Strong attention to detail and independent work ethic.
• Clear written and verbal communication across teams.

Responsabilidades

• Review, interpret, and validate source engineering records including redlines, alignment sheets, survey files, MTRs and hydrostatic reports.
• Enter linear pipeline asset attributes and historical records into PODS database structures.
• Run SQL consistency checks and audits to identify gaps and resolve data conflicts.
• Cross-reference CAD markups and GIS layers against database records for traceability.
• Collaborate with data leads, GIS analysts, and pipeline engineers to resolve documentation discrepancies.

Conocimientos

CAD Drafting

GIS

Engineering Technology

PODS/UPDM/APDM/ISAT

ESRI ArcGIS

Excel

SQL/Access

Data validation

Reading engineering drawings

Communication

Educación

Associate degree in CAD Drafting, GIS, Engineering Technology

Bachelor degree preferred

Bachelor of Science in GIS, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Herramientas

ArcGIS Pro/ArcMap

Microsoft Access

SQL query tools

Descripción del empleo

Location: Hybrid - downtown Houston, TX (Monday-Wednesday onsite, Thursday-Friday remote),

One of the country's largest energy infrastructure companies is searching for a Pipeline As-Built Data Specialist to join their Asset Data Management team on a hybrid basis. In this role you will play a critical part in maintaining the integrity and regulatory compliance of essential pipeline networks across North America by transforming complex engineering drawings into high-accuracy database records. You will drive operational safety and data modernization forward in an environment where your technical expertise directly impacts large-scale infrastructure systems.

Responsibilities

• Review, interpret, and validate source engineering records, including redlines, alignment sheets, survey files, mill test reports (MTRs), hydrostatic pressure test reports, coating specifications, and ILI datasets.
• Accurately validate and enter linear pipeline asset attributes and historical records into tabular PODS (Pipeline Open Database Standard) database structures.
• Execute SQL consistency checks and quality audits to identify data gaps, resolve conflicting stationing or pipe properties, and verify data integrity.
• Cross-reference CAD drafting markups and GIS layers against relational database records to ensure full material traceability.
• Collaborate closely with data team leads, GIS analysts, and pipeline engineers to resolve technical documentation discrepancies and optimize data workflows.

Skills & Experience

• Associate degree in CAD Drafting, GIS, Engineering Technology, or equivalent industry experience (Bachelor degree preferred).
• 5+ years of dedicated pipeline as-built data validation, pipeline CAD drafting, or linear pipeline database maintenance experience (e.g., PODS, UPDM, APDM, or ISAT).
• Direct prior experience working within tabular PODS database environments.
• Strong track record of reading and interpreting complex engineering drawings, construction redlines, survey documents, and technical pipeline specifications.
• Practical proficiency utilizing ESRI ArcGIS (ArcMap or ArcGIS Pro) to view, reference, and verify spatial alignments.
• Strong capabilities in Microsoft Excel (lookups, advanced filtering) and Microsoft Access or SQL query tools for tabular data manipulation.
• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to work independently in a heads-down, production-focused capacity.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills to coordinate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in GIS, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience working with enterprise-level ESRI GIS geodatabases within the energy sector.
• Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
• Dental & Orthodontic Benefits
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.