Sr Engineer - Pipeline Integrity

Energy Transfer LP; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Transfer is seeking a Sr. Engineer - PL Integrity to coordinate, implement, and execute pipeline integrity management projects for intrastate and interstate liquid and natural gas pipelines.

This role reports to the Manager of Pipeline Integrity and drives ILI-related activities with cross-functional teams. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 6–8+ years of related experience, with strong emphasis on regulatory compliance, risk assessment, and data analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Chemical or Petroleum) preferred.
• Experience in pipeline operations, design, or maintenance.
• Experience in pipeline assessment, fitness for service evaluation, risk management, and code compliance (49 CFR Part 192, 49 CFR Part 195, ASME B31.8, ASME B31.8S).
• Excellent abilities operating personal computers and MS Excel.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be self-motivated with the ability to perform under minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Performs project management duties for inline inspection projects and other projects as assigned.
• Coordinates ILI bid packages, selection, evaluation, and award with service providers.
• Develops and maintains inline inspection and integrity testing schedules.
• Supports execution of the Integrity Management Plan and ensures compliance with pipeline safety regulations.
• Analyzes ILI data and coordinates pipeline repair activities in response to anomalies.
• Manages Integrity Management Plan requirements for HCA areas and performs risk analyses.
• Advises other groups to facilitate long-term operation and maintenance of facilities.
• Interacts with other teams for efficient implementation of the pipeline integrity plan.

Skills

Project management

Pipeline integrity

MS Excel

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Civil/Mechanical/Chemical/Petroleum)

Tools

Inline Inspection (ILI) coordination

MS Office

Job description

Energy Transfer, recognized by Forbes as one of America's best large employers, is dedicated to responsibly and safely delivering America's energy. We are driven to inspire our employees to create superior value for our customers, our investors, a sustainable future and giving back to the community where we have long-standing commitments to causes including MD Anderson Children's Cancer Hospital, The Salvation Army, The American Red Cross, Ronald McDonald House and many more.

We value all of our employees who make our growth and success possible. We are proud to offer industry leading compensation, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) match with additional profit sharing, PTO and abundant career opportunities.

Come join our award winning 12,000 strong organization as we fuel the world and each other!

Summary

The Sr. Engineer - PL Integrity coordinates, implements, and executes pipeline integrity management projects for intrastate and interstate liquid and natural gas pipelines. This position reports to the Manager of Pipeline Integrity.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs project management duties for inline inspection projects and other projects as assigned.
• Works with ILI service providers including coordinating ILI bid packages, selection, evaluation, and award.
• Develops and maintains inline inspection and integrity testing schedules.
• Submits proposed projects to support execution of the company Integrity Management Plan ensuring compliance with all federal and state pipeline safety regulations.
• Analyzes ILI data with communication and coordination of pipeline repair activities in response to ILI anomalies.
• Manages the Integrity Management Plan requirements for HCA areas. Performs threat and risk analysis.
• Advises engineering and construction groups to facilitate long term operation, maintenance, and assessment of newly installed or retrofitted facilities.
• Interacts with other integrity engineers, the corrosion group, operations, liquid & gas control, and GIS group on a regular basis for efficient implementation of the pipeline integrity plan.
• Must be able to operate Microsoft Office applications and other personal computer-based applications for gathering, integrating, analyzing, and reporting pipeline integrity related data.
• Follows all company safety policies and procedures.

Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below:

• Bachelor's Degree Engineering, Civil, Mechanical, Chemical or Petroleum Engineering preferred.
• Experience in pipeline operations, design, or maintenance.
• Experience in pipeline assessment, fitness for service evaluation, risk management, and code compliance (49 CFR Part 192, 49 CFR Part 195, ASME B31.8, ASME B31.8S,)
• Excellent abilities operating personal computers and office computer software (MS Excel).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be a self-starter and self-motivator with the ability to perform effectively under minimal supervision

Required experience is commensurate with the selected job level

• The Associate Engineer level requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 0-3 years of relevant job related experience
• The Engineer level requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 3-6 years of relevant job related experience
• The Sr Engineer level requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 6-8 years of relevant job related experience.
• The Sr Engineer II level requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 8+ years of relevant job related experience.

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Usually, normal office working conditions.

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
• Must be able to travel with an occasional overnight stay.
• Occasional visits to industrial/manufacturing settings, which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Must have valid driver's license and safe driving record.

Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Chemical or Petroleum Engineering
• 6-10 years of related job experience required
• Experience in pipeline operations, design, or maintenance.
• Experience in pipeline assessment, fitness for service evaluation, risk management, and code compliance (49 CFR Part 192, 49 CFR Part 195, ASME B31.8, ASME B31.8S,)
• Excellent abilities operating personal computers and office computer software (MS Excel).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be a self-starter and self-motivator with the ability to perform effectively under minimal supervision

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Normal office working conditions and field work
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.
• Visits to industrial field settings requiring PPE, exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery