Senior Corrosion Specialist

Plains All American; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Plains All American, headquartered in Houston, Texas, is seeking a senior corrosion control specialist to join the Integrity group and act as a SME in corrosion control and regulatory support. The role emphasizes data-driven improvement, program deployment, and mentoring teammates.

The successful candidate will collaborate across North America, support audits, and help implement corrosion mitigation and monitoring strategies within PCS databases and related tools.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years corrosion control experience.
• AMPP CP-4 Certification Desired.
• AMPP CP-3 Certification Required.
• Strong Leadership qualities.
• Understanding of PHMSA (195.452) and NEB (CSA Z662) Regulations.
• Strong understanding of internal and external corrosion.
• Experience with Corrosion Database PCS.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to implement and sustain a plan.
• Strategic Thinker

Responsibilities

• Support Corrosion Programs to meet regulatory compliance and participate in agency audits.
• Make data driven decisions to identify program improvement opportunities.
• Provide support in development and improvements in Corrosion Database PCS.
• Monitor and identify KPI’s and communicate execution activities for improvement.
• Provide support to other departments in determining mitigation efforts for internal and external corrosion.
• Leads corrosion related Root Cause Analysis projects and recommends corrosion control solutions.
• Maintains external corrosion programs for Plains North America through data review, determine work for remediation, and technical support for field corrosion staff.
• Ensures new programs and process roll outs are effective and sustained.
• Mentors’ colleagues on corrosion control data, mitigation, and monitoring techniques.
• Participates in industry organizations and committees as assigned.

Skills

Corrosion control experience

Leadership

PHMSA/NEB regulations knowledge

Written and verbal communication

Strategic thinking

Education

AMPP CP-3 Certification

AMPP CP-4 Certification

Job description

Job Type:

Regular

Plains is an industry-leading transportation and midstream provider specializing in transportation, storage, processing and marketing solutions for crude oil. We own an extensive network of pipeline transportation, terminalling, storage and gathering assets in key oil producing basins and transportation corridors and at major market hubs in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.

We’re on the lookout for passionate self‑starters who thrive in fast‑moving, collaborative, and innovative environments.

Summary:

This position helps develop, implement, administer, and continuously improve multiple tools, processes, and programs related to the Corrosion Control Program, and regulatory compliance. Primary duties will be considered a SME in all aspects of corrosion control, and regulatory support.

The Integrity group works collaboratively across multiple organizations and assets located throughout North America. This group also serves as the primary interface for regulatory agencies and industry groups including but not limited to: DOT/PHMSA - Office of Pipeline Safety, Texas Railroad Commission, AMPP, and Pipeline Research Council International.

Job Responsibilities

• Support Corrosion Programs to meet regulatory compliance and participate in agency audits.
• Make data driven decisions to identify program improvement opportunities.
• Provide support in development and improvements in Corrosion Database’s, Specifically PCS.
• Monitor and identify KPI’s and communicate execution activities for improvement.
• Provide support to other departments in determining mitigation efforts for internal and external corrosion.
• Leads corrosion related Root Cause Analysis projects and recommends corrosion control solutions.
• Maintains external corrosion programs for Plains North America through data review, determine work for remediation, and technical support for field corrosion staff.
• Ensures new programs and process roll outs are effective and sustained.
• Mentors’ colleagues on corrosion control data, mitigation, and monitoring techniques.
• Participates in industry organizations and committees as assigned.

Conducts Assessments, evaluations, and tracks metrics

• Interprets business partner needs, assesses requirements, and identifies and implements solutions
• Identifies positive and negative trends in business operation over time to create a compelling case for overall process improvement.
• Gathers best practice information from external sources to create a compelling case for change/improvement throughout the organization.
• Develops and uses tools to assess ongoing performance, measure results, and encourage superior achievement.
• Identifies relevant integrity threats and operating risks for assets and determines preventive and mitigative (P&M) measures.
• Provides Engineering support for Integrity Projects recommending appropriate corrosion mitigation, testing, and monitoring equipment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Required:

• Minimum 10 years corrosion control experience
• AMPP CP-4 Certification Desired
• AMPP CP-3 Certification Required
• Strong Leadership qualities
• Understanding of PHMSA (195.452) and NEB (CSA Z662) Regulations
• Strong understanding of internal and external corrosion
• Experience with Corrosion Database PCS
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to implement and sustain a plan
• Strategic Thinker #Plains

The selected candidate will be eligible for company benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off (PTO), and Free Parking.

• Cleared criminal history (background) and satisfactory reference checks
• Compliance with the Company’s drug and alcohol policy including pre-employment D&A testing.
• This position is not eligible for employment-based visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for the duration of their employment

At Plains, our employees are our most valuable asset. Hard work is rewarded with competitive compensation and a top-tier benefits program designed to keep our employees safe, healthy and happy. We work hard to deliver the best results to our stakeholders, and we also respect our employees’ need for personal and family time, which is reflected in our benefits program.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to age, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats, communication supports, or other accessibility assistance by contacting [e-mail].

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