[Hiring] Senior Specialist, Technical Corrosion @Southern Star Central Gas Pipeline

Role Description

The Specialist Sr., Technical Corrosion provides high-level technical support and direction to corrosion technicians and field operations personnel. This position reports to the Manager of Corrosion Services and will internally interface with all levels of Operation personnel. This position is expected to provide guidance and deliver training to less experienced Company personnel. Additionally, this Specialist must maintain satisfactory professional relationships outside the Company, which are relative to the fulfillment of this position’s responsibilities.

• Maintain satisfactory professional relationships outside the Company, which are relative to the fulfillment of this position’s responsibilities.
• Provide a broad spectrum of technical support to field operating technicians in the discipline of corrosion mitigation.
• Provide technical input into and assist in the development of strategic plans (SOP) for the implementation of new equipment, systems, and processes.
• Coordinate and maintain the capital budget related to corrosion control.
• Provide leadership in the Integrity Management Process as it relates to direct and indirect assessment of pipeline facilities.
• Coordinate close interval, hot spot, and similar surveys and interpret survey data.
• Develop new operating, maintenance, inspection, and testing criteria and review changes to policies and procedures for consistency with industry standards.
• Provide internal audit function by evaluating operating records, test and inspection data, and other documents required to verify the adequacy of operating procedures and compliance to federal, state, and agency regulations.
• Provide on-site support of DOT audits.
• Assist in the design and specification of systems required for the cathodic protection of pipeline facilities.
• Assist with project completions through on-site inspection, testing, and commissioning of new facilities.
• Maintain awareness of the most current technology and equipment advances through research, training, and participation in industry associations.
• Develop course content and present training to enhance the skills and technical competence of field personnel.
• Participate in studies and team projects to enhance overall safety, reliability, and efficiency of the gas transmission system.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of technical corrosion work experience.
• NACE “Corrosion Technologist” certification or a higher-level NACE certification.
• Working knowledge of internal and external corrosion mitigation systems.
• Working knowledge of ground and below ground coating requirements.
• Working knowledge of the Pipeline Compliance System corrosion software.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in Microsoft Office programs (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) or related software.
• Willingness to lead a team of others.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.

Requirements

• A valid driver’s license and insurability under company policy are required.

Benefits

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Dependent Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness Programs
• Service Awards
• Educational Reimbursement
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Parental & Maternity Leave
• 401K