Senior Field Integrity Engineer

KleinfelderAtlanta, GA
11dHybrid

About The Position

Take Your Engineering Career to the Next Level! Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Kleinfelder's Engineering team is looking for you! Kleinfelder provides high-quality solutions to natural gas utilities and pipeline operators. You can be a part of an exciting and diverse group of professionals that are committed to being the best at what they do. Step into Your New Role Kleinfelder's GTS area is looking for Senior Field Integrity Engineers to join our office located in Atlanta, Georgia! Working with Project Managers, the Senior Field Integrity Engineer will establish and organize detailed reports pertaining to gas pipeline system integrity in accordance with Federal Code and associated guidelines. The Senior Field Integrity Engineer coordinates pipeline field activities and data gathering activities associated with investigative digs to achieve project quality, scope, and schedule goals, all while ensuring pipeline safety is top of mind. This is a hybrid work schedule!

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Metallurgical, Materials, or Petroleum) or Construction Management
  • 6 - 10 years of relevant experience (6+ years highly preferred)
  • EIT required, PE highly preferred
  • Understanding of Natural Gas Integrity Management and pipeline repair methods
  • Regulatory Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of DOT 49 CFR Part 192, specifically Subpart O (Gas Transmission Pipeline Integrity Management)
  • Standards: Familiarity with ASME B31.8S (Managing System Integrity of Gas Pipelines) and its application to threat management and risk assessment
  • Fundamental understanding of quality philosophies, tools, and professional ethics
  • Knowledge of project scheduling tools, durations, and critical path analysis
  • Proven construction experience in a utility or pipeline environment
  • Effective Communication – Written and Verbal
  • Proficient use of MS Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point, and Project
  • Proficient use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) (preferred)
  • NACE (AMPP) or other industry equivalent credentials (preferred)
  • Advanced analytical and data management skills (preferred)
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Remaining strength calculation proficiency
  • OSHA requirements for excavations
  • Work Area Protection (WAP) requirements for excavations

Nice To Haves

  • 6+ years highly preferred
  • PE highly preferred
  • Proficient use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) (preferred)
  • NACE (AMPP) or other industry equivalent credentials (preferred)
  • Advanced analytical and data management skills (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Review, organize, correct, and help document detailed historical records and data pertaining to gas system integrity to support MAOP Reconfirmation efforts
  • Ensure all data gathering meets Traceable, Verifiable, and Complete (TVC) standards in accordance with federal regulations
  • Exercise project quality assurance programs for field activities, ensuring adherence to 49 CFR 192 and ASME B31.8S
  • Assist in the development of QA programs and evaluation processes to create permanent records that meet regulatory standards
  • Coordinate, and document, pipeline field activities and data gathering associated with investigative digs, Direct Examination (DE), and remediation for regulatory compliance
  • Provide technical assistance and formulate guidance to maintain pipeline safety and regulatory compliance with technical regulations
  • Track projects from concept through completion, providing field performance updates to responsible Project Managers and associated team
  • Ensure project teams are following set processes and established protocols
  • Review project life cycle times for field activities and provide feedback for continuous improvement
  • Assure compliance with Company policies & procedures
  • Collaborate with Construction Management, GIS/Asset Data Services, and System Integrity leaders to produce effective solutions
  • Identify and properly manage project risk, tracking metrics to identify potential scope or schedule deviations
  • Assist in coordinating escalated efforts to remediate discovered asset issues
  • Perform technical analysis to evaluate pipeline condition, root cause analysis, and fitness for service
  • Organize and maintain pipeline data, assessment reports, technical documentation, procedures, and the basis for all TIMP decisions
  • Prepare remediation plans and schedule and identify other pertinent risk reduction measures
  • Identify and track scope changes per the Change Management process (e.g., documented impact analysis and approvals)
  • Attend regular department and project meetings
  • Up to 80% Field Work: Expect significant time in the field conducting inspections and oversight
  • 25% Overnight Travel: Required for remote project sites
  • Flexibility: Available to work occasional night shifts as project requirements dictate

Benefits

  • Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, i ncluding: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.
  • We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.
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