Corrosion Engineer

Southern Company • Virginia Beach, VA

5h

About The Position

This position is responsible for supporting capital and special
projects/programs that occur within Virginia Natural Gas (VNG) related to
Corrosion Control and Design.  This position will ensure adequate and consistent
corrosion control designs (CP, AC/DC Interference, Coatings, etc.) are developed
and implemented during all phases of new and existing projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited institution
• NACE Certified Cathodic Protection Technologist CP3
• Valid driver’s license
• 4 years’ work experience in pipeline cathodic protection and corrosion control
• MS Office – intermediate proficiency
• CAD/GIS - basic proficiency
• Attention to detail and strong analytical skills
• Ability to read, interpret, and implement codes, standards, and procedures
• Ability to identify process improvements and work with others to develop appropriate processes and procedures
• Knowledge of electrical principles – intermediate proficiency
• Advanced cathodic protection system design and maintenance
• Advanced cathodic protection system troubleshooting

Nice To Haves

• NACE Certified Cathodic Protection Specialist CP4
• NACE Coating Inspector - Level 1 or higher
• Professional Engineering License, Project Management Professional
• Cathodic Protection Data Manager (CPDM) proficiency
• Geographic Information System (GIS) proficiency

Responsibilities

• Responsible to perform AC/DC interference monitoring and develop sound, technical solutions for remediation
• Responsible for designing new Cathodic Protection (CP) systems in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and procedures
• Responsible for complex CP troubleshooting activities and generation of appropriate maintenance and remediation orders
• Responsible for review of corrosion control designs for new construction or other / special projects
• Ensures projects are designed and installed according to plans, specifications, procedures, and regulations
• Review and evaluate new corrosion control technology for use. Assist with development of corresponding procedures
• Responsible for monitoring new CP installation projects to ensure successful completion in accordance with plans and procedures
• Responsible for timely cathodic protection troubleshooting (i.e. low systems, shorted conditions)
• Responsible for timely creation of remediation work orders (i.e. install anodes, clear short, install insulator, repair / replace test station). Follows through with necessary departments to ensure timely completion
• Monitors corrosion control records to ensure compliance
• Evaluates corrosion control processes and procedures; suggests modifications and updates to improve efficiency, clarity, and understanding
• Provides sound, technical guidance to Corrosion Technicians to address complex CP issues
• Provide technical support for pipeline replacement projects and prioritization
• Provides technical support for cathodic protection replacement, enhancement, or remediation projects
• Generates reports as needed
• Assists with implementation of accelerated actions (DIMP) & additional preventive and mitigative measures (TIMP)
• Reviews and analyzes Cathodic Protection, leak history, and other pertinent data to identify trends and develop appropriate remedial measures
• Troubleshoots complex corrosion control and cathodic protection issues; works with others to resolve
• Enter compliance records accurately into the appropriate system of record in a timely fashion
• Participates as needed in regulatory audits to ensure success

Benefits

• Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being.
• This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s).
• A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees