Senior Pipeline Integrity & Corrosion Engineer

Hydrogen Group; California; Hybrid; USD 109,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Hydrogen Group is seeking a Senior Pipeline Integrity & Corrosion Engineer to support pipeline integrity, corrosion management, and asset reliability initiatives for a leading natural gas utility in Southern California.

The role focuses on evaluating pipeline conditions, assessing corrosion and mechanical defects, and recommending mitigation and repair strategies to maintain safe operation of natural gas infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical or Civil).
• 8+ years in natural gas pipeline integrity or corrosion engineering.
• Experience with Fitness-for-Service evaluations for corrosion, dents, and cracks.
• Familiarity with API 579, RSTRENG, CorLAS, MAT-8 or equivalent tools.
• Knowledge of ILI, DA, and nondestructive evaluation methods.
• Ability to interpret inspection results and recommend repairs.
• Strong understanding of corrosion mechanisms and integrity management.
• Excellent communication and cross-disciplinary collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform pipeline integrity assessments for corrosion and mechanical damage.
• Conduct Fitness-for-Service evaluations using API 579, RSTRENG, CorLAS, MAT-8.
• Interpret inspection results to determine asset condition and remaining strength.
• Recommend repair, monitoring or investigation actions.
• Support development of pipeline integrity management strategies.
• Coordinate with inspection, field and operations teams.
• Prepare engineering reports and maintain records.
• Contribute to root-cause analysis of corrosion failures.
• Assist with reliability improvements and corrosion control initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Documentation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering

Tools

API 579

RSTRENG

CorLAS

MAT-8

Job description

Senior Pipeline Integrity & Corrosion Engineer

Location: Pico Rivera or Chatsworth, California

Employment Type: 12-Month Contract

Work Arrangement: Hybrid - 4 Days Onsite / 1 Day Remote

Pay Rate: Up to $96.22 per hour

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Senior Pipeline Integrity & Corrosion Engineer to support pipeline integrity, corrosion management, and asset reliability initiatives for a leading natural gas utility in Southern California.

This position will focus on evaluating pipeline conditions, assessing corrosion and mechanical defects, interpreting inspection data, and recommending appropriate mitigation and repair strategies to maintain the safe and reliable operation of natural gas infrastructure.

The successful candidate will bring extensive experience in Fitness-for-Service (FFS) assessments, in-line inspection (ILI), Direct Assessment (DA), and corrosion engineering, along with strong technical judgment and the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary engineering and operations teams.

Key Responsibilities

Pipeline Integrity & Fitness-for-Service

• Perform engineering assessments of pipeline integrity, including corrosion, dents, cracks, and other mechanical damage features.
• Conduct Fitness-for-Service evaluations using recognised assessment methodologies and tools, including API 579, RSTRENG, CorLAS, MAT-8, or equivalent approaches.
• Analyse pipeline inspection and assessment results to determine asset condition, remaining strength, and appropriate mitigation requirements.
• Evaluate pipeline defects and provide technically justified recommendations for repair, monitoring, or further investigation.
• Support the development and implementation of pipeline integrity management strategies.
• Evaluate internal and external corrosion mechanisms affecting natural gas pipelines and associated equipment.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of corrosion prevention and mitigation programmes.
• Assess cathodic protection systems and recommend improvements to corrosion control practices.
• Investigate corrosion-related failures and contribute to root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Coordinate material investigations and technical evaluations to support long-term asset reliability.

Inspection, Assessment & Pipeline Repair

• Review and interpret in-line inspection (ILI) data, Direct Assessment (DA) findings, and nondestructive evaluation (NDE) results.
• Assess inspection findings to support engineering decisions regarding pipeline integrity and repair requirements.
• Coordinate with inspection specialists, field personnel, and engineering teams to address identified integrity concerns.
• Support pipeline repair planning and evaluation of appropriate remediation methods.
• Contribute to pipeline inspection, maintenance, and integrity improvement activities.

Engineering Documentation & Collaboration

• Prepare detailed engineering assessments, technical reports, recommendations, and supporting documentation.
• Maintain accurate records of integrity evaluations, inspection findings, and corrosion mitigation activities.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, maintenance, and other stakeholders to resolve technical challenges.
• Communicate complex engineering findings clearly to technical and nontechnical audiences.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to pipeline safety, reliability, and integrity management.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant engineering experience, preferably within natural gas transmission, distribution, pipeline integrity, or corrosion engineering.
• Demonstrated experience conducting Fitness-for-Service evaluations for corrosion, dents, and crack-related pipeline defects.
• Experience with recognised pipeline assessment methodologies such as API 579, RSTRENG, CorLAS, MAT-8, or equivalent tools.
• Advanced understanding of in-line inspection (ILI), Direct Assessment (DA), and nondestructive evaluation (NDE) methods.
• Experience interpreting pipeline inspection results and developing technically sound integrity and repair recommendations.
• Strong understanding of pipeline corrosion mechanisms, mitigation strategies, and integrity management practices.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• NACE CP1 / AMPP Cathodic Protection Level 1 certification.
• Experience supporting natural gas utility pipeline integrity programmes.
• Familiarity with cathodic protection systems, pipeline repair methods, and corrosion control strategies.
• Experience investigating pipeline defects, material degradation, and equipment failures.
• Knowledge of applicable pipeline integrity standards and regulatory requirements.
• Duration: 12 months
• Location: Pico Rivera or Chatsworth, CA
• Schedule: Hybrid - 4 days onsite and 1 day remote per week
• Compensation: Up to $96.22 per hour
• Employment Type: Contract

Why Apply?

This opportunity offers an experienced Pipeline Integrity & Corrosion Engineer the chance to contribute to important natural gas infrastructure reliability and safety initiatives.

You will apply specialist expertise in pipeline assessment, corrosion engineering, and defect evaluation while working alongside experienced engineering and operations professionals.

If you have a strong background in pipeline integrity, Fitness-for-Service assessments, and corrosion management, we encourage you to apply.