Pipeline Compliance and Integrity Specialist

DCOR, LLC - BW.•Oxnard, CA

About The Position

Pipeline Compliance and Integrity Specialist Position Summary The Pipeline Integrity Coordinator is responsible for the integrity, maintenance, and regulatory compliance of all DCOR offshore and onshore pipeline systems and associated facilities. The role provides planning, coordination, execution, technical direction, and project management support to ensure pipeline systems are safe, reliable, and compliant with all applicable regulations. This position prefers a graduate or postgraduate degree in engineering from an accredited college or university. A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience and/or registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of California is preferred.

Requirements

Have a solid, working knowledge of PHMSA pipeline safety regulations under 49 CFR Parts 191, 192, and 195.
Ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations, permits, and standards, including but not limited to: Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) U.S. Department of Transportation / PHMSA California Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) California State Lands Commission (CSLC) Applicable county and city ordinances
Ensure adherence to all DCOR policies, procedures, and safety standards.

Nice To Haves

A graduate or postgraduate degree in engineering from an accredited college or university.
A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience and/or registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of California is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide project management and technical support for pipeline system maintenance and inspection programs.
Provide program oversight for smart pig (ILI) and hydrostatic testing projects
Provide program direction and oversight for DCOR's maintenance pigging program including pig selection and purchasing, evaluation of pigging reports, and troubleshooting operational issues.
Validate pipeline mapping and drawing records.
Perform routine field surveillance and provide day-to-day operational support.
Maintain all required Operator Qualification (OQ) certifications.
Coordinate and oversee third-party contractors performing work at DCOR pipeline facilities.
Develop project scopes, budgets, and schedules, and manage cost control for assigned projects and engineering studies.
Have a solid, working knowledge of PHMSA pipeline safety regulations under 49 CFR Parts 191, 192, and 195.
Ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations, permits, and standards, including but not limited to: Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) U.S. Department of Transportation / PHMSA California Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) California State Lands Commission (CSLC) Applicable county and city ordinances
Ensure adherence to all DCOR policies, procedures, and safety standards.
Develop, maintain, and update pipeline compliance programs and associated manuals in accordance with 49 CFR Parts 192 and 195, including: Pipeline Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Integrity Management Program (IMP) Public Awareness (PA) Program Operator Qualification (OQ) Program Pipeline-Specific Operator and Maintenance Plans (PSOMs) Control Room Management (CRM)
Maintain regulatory filing logs and documentation to ensure all inspection, reporting, and compliance obligations are met, including OSFM, PHMSA, and BSEE/TIMS electronic submissions.
Utilize DCOR’s CMMS (Ultimo) to track and manage all pipeline-related preventive maintenance activities.
Coordinate, support, and review third-party inspections and integrity assessments, including ILI, PSV, corrosion, and other integrity-related surveys.
Assist the Training Administrator in tracking DOT Operator Qualification (OQ) requirements for employees and contractors performing covered tasks.
Support Dig Alert management activities to ensure compliance with 49 CFR Parts 192 and 195.
Participate in the Company’s rotating emergency on-call program.
Provide regular written and verbal reports to management regarding project status, pipeline integrity activities, regulatory compliance, and operational issues.
Provide technical recommendations and engineering judgment to management on matters that may impact company assets, safety, or regulatory standing.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Pipelines and the Vice President of Pipelines and Strategic Operations, or their designated representatives.
Attend periodic technical and/or compliance training programs. Examples include annual OSFM training, PPIM, etc.
The Pipeline Integrity Coordinator is authorized to make decisions within their assigned scope of responsibility and to represent DCOR in communications with regulatory agencies, contractors, and external stakeholders as required.