Senior Corrosion Specialist: Pipeline & Tank Integrity Leader

Buckeye Partners L.P.; Clive (IA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Buckeye Partners L.P. is seeking a Senior Specialist, Corrosion to provide technical leadership for corrosion control across pipelines and tanks. You will lead regulatory compliance, execution of cathodic protection programs, data integration, and project management to support asset integrity and long-term planning.

The role requires advanced AMPP certifications, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to mentor staff while coordinating with contractors and operations teams.

Qualifications

• 9+ years related field experience in pipeline and/or tank corrosion control.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office and familiarity with commercial Corrosion Control databases required.
• Up to 25% Travel Required

Responsibilities

• Regulatory Compliance: Provide technical leadership to ensure corrosion control activities comply with Company policies and applicable regulations.
• Program Execution: Direct evaluation and maintenance of cathodic protection systems for pipelines, tanks, and related facilities.
• Data & Integrity Integration: Oversee corrosion control recordkeeping and advanced data analysis.
• Project Management: Lead planning and execution of corrosion control projects, including scopes of work, estimates, budgets, and schedules.
• Contractor Management: Supervise third-party contractors performing corrosion control surveys and remediation.
• Technical Authority: Serve as SME for pipeline and tank cathodic protection and related corrosion control matters.
• Standards & Procedures: Support development of corrosion control policies and design practices.
• Design & Troubleshooting: Lead design/review of systems for new facilities and complex remediation.
• Training & Mentoring: Develop training and mentor staff in corrosion control.
• Industry Engagement & Continuous Improvement: Maintain AMPP certifications and engage with industry for new technologies.
• Other Duties as Assigned

Skills

Corrosion control

Pipeline integrity

Cathodic protection

Tools

Microsoft Office

Corrosion databases

Job description

Buckeye Partners L.P. is seeking a Senior Specialist, Corrosion to provide technical leadership for corrosion control across pipelines and tanks. You will lead regulatory compliance, execution of cathodic protection programs, data integration, and project management to support asset integrity and long-term planning.

The role requires advanced AMPP certifications, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to mentor staff while coordinating with contractors and operations teams.