Electrical Engineer

The Electrical Engineer is primarily responsible for the creation and implementation of electrical power systems designed for new construction and maintenance projects; for the integration of the electrical power systems design into the overall project plans; for the planned maintenance of components of the electrical power system; and for the administration of construction and maintenance contracts related to electrical power systems.

 

Duties and responsibilities

 

1. Complies with DOT and OSHA health, safety and environmental requirements and follows safety philosophy and procedures developed by the Company including; applicable environmental, health sand safety rules, procedures and accepted safe work practices; the use of appropriate personal protective equipment and safety systems; and the reporting of workplace hazards and injury or illness arising from workplace activities and observes the workplace to identify conditions or behaviors that should be corrected and takes appropriate action.

 

2. Implements or supervises the creation of engineering designs and drawings and prepares specifications for electrical power systems (related to power substations, bus ducts, switchgears, capacitor banks, high voltage distribution systems, power generation equipment, power transfer switching equipment and motor control centers) and for components related to electrical power systems used in the construction of new pipeline facilities or the maintenance or upgrading of existing facilities.

 

3. Manages electrical power system installation and maintenance projects from initiation through closure including, but not limited to, the preparation of project scope of work and cost estimates, preparing Authorization For Expenditures for projects, the development of project schedules and bid packets, the purchase of materials, coordination of installation and inspection activities, reporting project status updates, monitoring budgets and timelines, managing change controls, start-up, prepare as-built data, implement personnel training and completion of post project reviews.

 

4. Provides field supervision or makes arrangement for field supervision of contractors who are installing new equipment; making medications to existing electrical power equipment; or performing maintenances to electrical power systems to achieve project deliverables.

 

5. Oversees the process of updating existing protective relays settings or programming used in electrical power systems and maintaining a record of these relay settings or programming.

 

6. Provides technical advice to company personnel on the operation, testing and maintenance including malfunctions and failures of electrical power systems and prepares and updates safety and operation procedures for electrical power systems.

 

7. Manages the development of process mapping and updating existing process maps and the preparation of operations and safety procedures based upon the process maps related to electrical power systems.

 

8. Prepares recommendation for annual expense budget, annual capital budgets and department budgets and prepared project write-ups with estimated costs and schedule in support of these recommendations to be submitted to management.

 

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and a minimum of 7 years experience in the implementation of electrical and power component designs for new construction and maintenance projects; the integration of the designs into the overall project plans; and the administration of construction and maintenance contracts within the pipeline industry is required. Specialized education, which provides additional knowledge in the design and operation of high voltage power systems and induction motors; and Professional engineer license (PE) through the National Society of Professional Engineers is preferred. The successful candidate will have knowledge of high and medium voltage electrical systems and have the ability to utilize computer hardware and software such as SKM Power System and GE Multilin Relay Software to manage, record and evaluate company information.

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Manager, Project Engineer

We are looking for someone who could potentially move into the Group Leader within 3-5 years.

The Manager, Project Engineering is primarily responsible for the supervision of the Project, Pipeline and Senior Engineers in the creation of plans and designs and the delivery of management support for new construction and maintenance projects.

1. The incumbent will lead employees to support compliance with DOT and OSHA health, safety and environmental requirements and exemplifies the safety philosophy and procedures developed by the Company and will integrate safe work practices into routine departmental operations and ensures employees are adequately trained to perform their work safely; monitors the workplace and with employees identifies conditions or behaviors that should be corrected to ensure unsafe or unhealthful conditions are avoided; investigates workplace incidents and takes prompt corrective actions(s) necessary to ensure the safety and heath of employees and prevent recurrence of incidents.

2.The incumbent will direct and supervise the work of Project, Pipeline, Senior and contract engineers; determine work priorities and schedule work assignments; will interview and recommend candidates; evaluates, orients, counsel and train subordinate personnel actions.

3.The Manager will identify, develop and recommend the creation or revision of internal project management standards, policies, procedures and new programs to improve efficiency and provide project engineering staff with clear and concise written guidelines.

4.The incumbent will provide technical oversight and coordination of project engineering work; through project coordination meetings and other means, monitors progress against project schedules and budgets; recommends allocation of resources as required to accomplish goals.

5. The manager will perform risk assessments for projects and manage control of projects using various scalable strategies including Gating.

6. Reviews concepts for business development and project estimates; prepares engineering studies and cost estimates for labor, materials, and time to complete for new construction projects; reviews estimates created by others and provides value added suggestions.

7. Defines annual objectives for project engineering and develops plans to achieve the goals including the financial and manpower requirements. Develops programs and procedures to meet the objectives.

8. Evaluates the performance of the project engineering functions in accomplishing their objectives; prepares and delivers reports reflecting specific departmental activities; and initiates corrective action to resolve undesirable variances in performance.

9. Compiles information to estimate the capital and maintenance project expenses, and related departmental expenses for the production of the budgets. Compares variances in actual expenses from budgeted expenses and initiates corrective action to resolve undesirable variances in expenses.

10. Creates and supervises the creation of engineering designs, drawings and specifications for use in the construction of new pipeline facilities or the maintenance or upgrading of existing facilities, develops bid packages, bidder lists, and estimates of expected costs, evaluates bids and recommends successful bidder or negotiates contracts with vendors for equipment, equipments medications and services. 11. Revise and recommends pipeline system operation limits for pipelines, pump stations, meter stations, tank farm and other facilities.

11. Contracts with firms to provide construction inspectors and provides general direction to their work at the job site.

12. Reviews and approves vendor invoices, work orders, time sheets, and expense accounts and resolves service or billing problems.

13. Conducts engineering process and equipment studies and analyses of project economics and makes recommendations to improve project results, reduce project expenses or change or modify equipment.

14. Develops budgets and administers the annual program for maintenance of pipeline pumps. 16. Reviews and updates construction and equipment specifications, Maintains records reflecting construction and operations statistics on pumping equipment,

15, Performs emergency preparedness and response duties as defined in the Emergency Response Plan and written procedures for our client. Duties include executing appropriate procedures to ensure a prompt and effective response to various types of pipeline emergencies, establishing liaison with emergency responders and public officials and periodically performing and participating in exercises to ensure that emergency response procedures and training are effective.

Qualifications include a Bachelors’ degree in mechanical or civil engineering and a minimum of 10 years of progressive pipeline project engineering experience, a broad knowledge of pipeline and facilities design, construction, testing, operation and maintenance, and a proven history of project management on pipeline projects id required; an understanding of controlling regulations, an advanced degree in engineering, engineering management or MBA and a Professional Engineer license (PE) is preferred. The successful candidate must have the ability to actively engage in safe behaviors and to understand and follow the principles and methods related to pipeline and workplace safety as establishes by the Company. Must have knowledge of emergency and safety procedures, policies, documentation procedures, equipment operation parameters and all applicable DOT, FERC, EPA, DHS and OSHA requirements. The position requires the ability to utilize computer hardware and a proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Project and Virtual Pipeline System for Hydraulic modeling) software to manage, record and evaluate company information. Candidates must have knowledge of project management tools and techniques and have familiarity with PMI methodology. Candidates must have knowledge of risk management principles and techniques to prioritize potential risks, develop strategies to mitigate risks, and identify alternative solutions, recovery plans and contingencies have have knowledge of principles and methods for planning, monitoring, tracking and managing the people, time, budget and quality of work on project(s). Must have ability to plan, organize and direct an effective project engineering program and have demonstrated ability to coordinate and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Other qualifications include some manual dexterity skills in the operation of Micrometers, vibration detectors, dial depth gauges, pit gauges and ammeters. Well-developed analytical skills are required in the design and construction of new pipelines facilities or maintenance project specifications and the resolution of problems relating to the management of those projects and have ability to convey complex economic, technical and operational information in a clear, concise, and organized manner. The incumbent will have well-developed written communication skills.

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Pipeline Engineer

The Pipeline Engineer is primarily responsible for the design of pipeline construction projects, evaluating potential encroachments on the pipeline, and providing engineering support to the erosion control program. The incumbent will:

 

1. Comply with DOT and OSHA and OSHA health, safety and environmental requirements and will follow safety philosophy and procedures developed by the Company including: applicable environmental, health and safety rules, procedures and accepted safe work practices, the use of appropriate personal protective equipment and safety systems, and the reporting of workplace hazards and injury or illness arising from workplace activities; observes the workplace to identify conditions or behaviors that should be corrected and takes appropriate action.

 

2. Prepares estimates of costs, materials, and time to complete for new construction projects.

 

3. Performs field surveys, prepares bid packets, and bidder lists for engineering and construction services needed to complete the project.

 

4. Evaluates bid responses and recommends the selection of external contractors to complete the project.

5. Coordinates the process for selection material and service vendors.

6. Creates requisitions or purchase orders for materials and services to complete the project and monitors their timely delivery to the construction site.

7. Conducts pre-construction meetings with contractors and governmental agencies to resolve issues prior to the start of a construction project.

8. Provides guidance to the project contractors and inspectors through meeting sand on-site guidance.

9. Develops drain down and refill procedures and communicates the procedure to affected parties.

10. Provides assistance in the scheduling of contractors.

11. Monitors the costs and schedule of a construction project and takes corrective actions to ensure that projects are completed on schedule and under budget.

12. Verifies and approves time sheets, expense reports, and invoices relating to the project.

13. Compiles information and prepares reports regarding the status of projects.

14. Negotiates right-of-way claims with landowners to resolve right-of-way concerns associated with construction projects or erosion on the pipeline.

15. Manages company-wide erosion control program.

16. Provides direct guidance to construction inspectors at job sites.

17. Investigates new technology to assist in more efficient problem-solving solutions.

18. Prepares estimates and authorizations for expenditure for capital and expense projects to define cost boundaries for budgeting and project funding.

 

Qualifications include a B.S. degree in mechanical, civil, or petroleum engineering is required. Three to five years of prior construction engineering experience is required with a minimum of two years occurring within the pipeline industry. The successful candidate should have pump and pump maintenance experience. The incumbent should have the ability to actively engage in safe behavior and understand and follow the principles and methods related to pipeline and workplace safety as establishes by the Company. The incumbent should have the ability to actively engage in safe behavior and understand and follow the principles and methods related to pipeline and workplace safety as established by the Company. Other qualifications include knowledge of emergency and safety procedures, policies, procedures, equipment operating parameters, and all applicable DOT, EPA, FERC, DHS and OSHA requirements. Manual dexterity is required to operate computer hardware and proficiency in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel software is required to manage, records, and evaluate company information. Good analytical skills are required to evaluate construction plans and design construction plans to modify the pipeline system. Well developed oral presentation skills are required to present and get agreement to construction plans from right of way owners and government agencies and to communicate construction plans to external construction contractors and inspectors. Good written skills are required to draft bid specifications for projects. Interpersonal skills are required to deal with external contractors and third parties. Financial skills are required to manage annual budget of $1 to $3 million dollars in project funds. Frequent internal contacts with management and employees at all levels to coordinate pipeline shutdowns, process invoices and expenses, identify erosion control modifications, draft legal documents and discuss regulatory compliance and right-of-way issues. Frequent external contacts are required with vendors, contract engineers, contract inspectors, property owners, government officials, railroad representatives and third parties to coordinate construction project work. Ability to effectively work and cooperate with supervisors, co-workers and vendors. Ability to follow corporate policies and the directions of supervisors.

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Senior Engineer – Pipeline

The Senior Engineer is primarily responsible for managing the design and construction of pipeline and facility additions, modifications and repairs. Supervises the inspection of the pipeline using internal inspection tools.  The following represents the majority of the duties performed by the position.

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Principal Engineer – Pipeline

The Principal Engineer is primarily responsible for the leading the creation of plans and designs and providing oversight and support for the execution of new construction and maintenance projects. The Principal Engineer also provides leadership, knowledge, and expertise for mechanical and civil engineering support activities for the Company.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The following represents the majority of the duties performed by the position, but is not meant to be all inclusive nor prevent other duties from being assigned when necessary.

1. Complies with DOT and OSHA health, safety and environmental requirements and follows safety philosophy and procedures developed by the Company including; applicable environmental, health and safety rules, procedures, and accepted safe work practices, the use of appropriate personal protective equipment and safety systems, and the reporting of workplace hazards and injury or illness arising from workplace activities; observes the workplace to identify conditions or behaviors than should be corrected and takes appropriate actions.

2. Manages and coordinates the management of pipeline construction and maintenance projects from initiation through closure including, but not limited to completion of field surveys, the preparation of estimates, the development of project plans and bid packets, the purchase of materials, the selection and management of external contractors, coordination of construction and inspection activities, reporting project status updates, monitoring budgets and timelines, managing change controls, start-up and completion of post project reviews.

3. Participates in complex, cross-functional work teams and initiatives providing engineering support to internal and external groups, coordinating the schedules and work assignments of project staff and vendors, resolving engineering design and test problems and evaluating and approving changes and specifications.

4. Creates concepts for business development and project estimates; prepares engineering studies and cost estimates for labor, materials and time to complete for new construction projects, reviews estimates created by others and provides value added suggestions.

5. Consults with groups internal and external to the company to gather information, discuss intent and impact of programs or projects, set priorities and allocate resources, identify and resolve issues, and establish user or customer requirements, project costs and resources.

6. Acts as technical consultant to the organization by providing engineering support and expertise in the form of research, technical calculations and training on the operation, testing and maintenance of equipment, the resolutions of equipment related problems and the interpretation of regulations to other engineers, field operations and pipeline personnel.

7. Compiles information to estimate the capital and maintenance project expenses for the production of the budgets. Compares variances in actual expenses from budgeted expenses and initiates corrective action to resolve undesirable variances in expenses.

8. Identifies, develops and recommends the revision of internal standards, policies, procedures and new programs to improve efficiency and provide engineering staff with clear and concise written guidelines.

9. Creates or supervises the creation of engineering designs and drawings for use in the construction of new pipeline facilities or the maintenance or upgrading of existing facilities.

10. Recommends pipeline s system operating limits for pipelines, pump stations, meter stations, tank farms and other facilities.

11. Reviews and approves invoices, work orders, time sheets and expense reports and resolves service or billing problems related to the project.

12. Ensures each engineering project is completed accurately and in accordance with safety and organizational policies a cost-effective and timely manner, monitors the performance of contract engineer and suggests remedial actions to avoid design deficiencies and installation delays.

13. Prepares progress reports to present to management team through the duration of projects, reports and concerns, recommends and gets approval for necessary changes.

14. Reviews and updates construction and equipment specifications. Maintains records reflecting construction and operation statistics on pumping equipment.

Qualifications include a Bachelors’ degree in mechanical or civil engineering and a minim of 10 years of progressive pipeline project engineering experience, a broad knowledge of pipeline and facilities design, construction, testing, operation and maintenance and a proven history of project management on pipeline projects is required; an understanding of controlling regulations, an advanced degree in engineering, engineering management or MBA and Professional Engineer license (PE) is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and abilities

Ability to actively engage in safe behaviors and to understand and follow the principles and methods related to pipeline and workplace safety as establishes by the Company.

Knowledge of emergency and safety procedures, policies, documentation procedures, equipment operating parameters, and all applicable DOT, FERC, EPA, DHS and OSHA requirements.

Knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Project and Virtual Pipeline System for Hydraulic modeling software to manage, record and evaluate company information.

Well-developed analytical skills are required in the design and construction of new pipeline facilities or maintenance project specifications and the resolution of problems relating to the management of those projects.

Knowledge of proper hydraulic design principals and ability to apply this knowledge to solve design challenges.

Knowledge of surge analysis and surge mitigation techniques and the ability to design surge studies and incorporate the results in system designs. Ability to understand and correctly interpret various reports containing geotechnical, water quality, soil contaminations and metallurgical information.

Knowledge of principles and methods related to pipeline safety, and current and applicable regulations.

Knowledge of project management tools and techniques.

Knowledge of risk management principles and techniques to prioritize potential risks, develop strategies to mitigate risks, and identify alternative solutions, recovery plans and contingencies.

Knowledge of principles and methods for planning, monitoring, tracking and managing the people, time, budget and quality of work on projects(s). Demonstrated ability to coordinate and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Ability to develop project plans and manage projects.

Knowledge of scientific principles and applications to design, create and/or modify processes, operations, equipment, structures, etc.

Ability to convey complex economic, technical and operational information in a clear, concise and organized manner.

Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations.

Knowledge of effective teamwork and collaboration tool and practices.

Ability to plan, organize and coordinate the work of others.

Ability to establish rapport, relationships, and networks and work with a diverse group of people to reach common understandings or accomplish a common goals.

Ability to effectively work and cooperate with supervisors, co-works and vendors. Ability to follow corporate policies and directions of supervisors.

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Senior Engineer

The Senior Engineer is responsible for managing the design and construction of pipeline and facility additions, modifications and repairs. Supervises the inspection of the pipeline using internal inspection tools.   Senior Engineer may have opportunity to move into Manager role in 3-5 years.

Qualifications include a Bachelors of Science degree in mechanical, civil or petroleum engineering. Seven to ten years of prior construction engineering experience with a minimum of five years within the pipeline industry. Knowledge of emergency and safety procedures, and all DOT, EPA, FERC, DHS and OSHA requirements. Good analytical skills. Well developed oral presentation skills.

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Manager – Project Engineering

The Manager, Project Engineering is primarily responsible for the supervision of the Project, Pipeline and Senior Engineers in the creation of plans and designs and the delivery of management support for new construction and maintenance projects.  Read more

Director – Asset Integrity – Pipeline

The incumbent is responsible for directing and managing the development, implementation and maintenance of our client’s Integrity Management and Risk Management Programs. In addition the Director is responsible or providing direction and guidance to the company’s facilities maintenance and corrosion control programs and for providing technical guidance to the development of the company’s Geographic Information System.

Qualifications include a Bachelors degree in mechanical, civil or petroleum engineering or the equivalent in experience is required. Eight years of prior engineering experience within the pipeline industry is desired in order to gain knowledge of equipment, facilities, construction and corrosion control techniques, Integrity Management Rule requirements and project management techniques. Addition experience in risk assessment and risk management techniques as they apply to a pipeline company and prior experience in the supervision of other engineering personnel is required.  Knowledge of emergency and safety procedures, policies, documentation procedures, equipment operating parameters and all applicable DOT, FERC, EPA, DHS and OSHA requirements. The position must be able to utilize computer hardware, a relational database and demonstrate various levels of proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Access, Power Point, Visio, ESRI, GIS and RDBMS software and other related engineering software to manage, records and analyze company information. Knowledge of principles and practices involved in an objective, systematic examination of evidence, providing an independent assessment of an organization’s processes and performance in order to provide information to improve public accountability and facilities decision making. Knowledge of the policies and procedures involved in managing an organization’s risk exposures to achieve its objectives in a manner consistent with public interest, safety, environment factors and/or the law. Ability to identify and analyze potential risks, determine the probability and severity of consequences of their occurrence and optimize the use of organizational resources in managing such risks.

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Risk Management Coordinator

The Risk Management Coordinator is responsible for supporting the development, implementation, maintenance and improvement of the Integrity Management Program through the collection, integration and analysis of assessment and corrosion data to increase understanding, reduce risks and reduce costs. The incumbent will comply with DOT and OSHA health, safety and environmental requirements and will follow safety philosophy and procedures developed by the Company including applicable environmental, health and safety rules, procedures and accepted safe work practices, the use of appropriate personal protective equipment and safety systems and the reporting of workplace hazards and injury or illness arising from workplace activities; observes the workplace to identify conditions or behaviors that should be corrected and takes appropriate action. Integrate available historical information to develop/document a comprehensive integrity picture of the line segments being assessed and identifies and classifies anomalies according to company criteria. Reviews history of various pipeline segment to asses integrity risks; prepares preventive risk analysis measures and updates the risk model and associated processes.  Maintains master joint list and ILI excavation database and organizes and maintains hard copy records of excavation, inspection and repair activity. Represents the company during regulatory audits as a key member of the Integrity Assessment Team. Performs statistical trending analysis to identify data trends and develops and completes detailed statistical analysis related to assessment data and key performance indicators. Provide accurate and timely information to appropriate databases in order to support the risk, data integration and program improvement processes. Leads the IMP data integration process. Reviews and integrates integrity risk variables to identify integrity threats, evaluate current prevention and mitigation strategies, select additional prevention and mitigation strategies. Integrates available information as required by the IMP data integration process. Maintain/update the risk model and corrosion database; develop an appropriate action plan and reassessment interval based on the results of the integrity assessment. Track and document the results of the integrity assessments and the corresponding actions. Utilizes risk-model and data integration software to further evaluate anomalies for evaluation. Run and evaluate the results of the risk model application software annually or as updates/new acquisitions require. Maintain /update the preventative and mitigative actions tracking guide and P&M process. Maintain/update the IMP performance metrics for annual reporting requirements. Qualifications include Bachelors’ degree in engineering, business administration or an equivalent combination of formal education and 5 years of direct experience in pipeline integrity management role(s0 such as program development, risk modeling, assessment coordination, anomaly mitigation or similar is required. In addition, 1-2 years of GIS (Arcview/ESRI), database experience (SQL) and technical writing is preferred. Knowledge of emergency and safety procedures, policies, procedures, equipment operating parameters and all applicable DOT, EPA, FERC, DHS And OSHA requirements. Working knowledge of the Integrity Management Program (IMP) Rule, Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49 Part 195, ASME B31.4 and API 1160 Managing System Integrity for Liquid Pipelines. General  knowledge of corrosion and cathodic protection, ability to evaluate company procedures for integrity assessment and associated data collection and management and recommend changes to improve them. Demonstrated ability in using and/or conducting risk analysis. Knowledge of the application of math and algebraic formulas. Technical knowledge and work experience in pipeline risk management and analysis. Experience and training related to GIS, statistics and database development. Knowledge of CFR49 Part 195. Knowledge of pipeline risk principles. Knowledge with ILI

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