Senior Internal Corrosion Engineer

Company: Northern Natural Gas
Advertisement Number: MA060163
Department: Operations/Technical Services
Hiring Range: $64,200-$83,700Purpose of Position:
Provides overall guidance for the region teams in the execution and maintenance of the internal corrosion control program.
Indirect Reports:
Senior operations and maintenance technicians; contractors
Provides Support to the Following Positions:
Operations directors and managers; technical specialists; operations team members; integrity assessment department personnel
Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Job Functions):
Provides technical support and training to field personnel responsible for maintenance of tools, chemicals and equipment, including coupons and sampling systems, chemical treatment facilities, corrosion inhibitors, remote monitoring and the development and implementation of company-wide internal corrosion management plans.Develops processes to implement new treatment programs, including new technology for detection and control of internal corrosion, for field operations.Ensures all installations are within National Association of Corrosion Engineers standards, appropriate governmental regulations and Northern Natural Gas Company standards.Provides new corrosion research data for designing new installations.Ensures that all corrosion records are kept and maintained according to Department of Transportation requirements and Northern Natural Gas Company standards.Assists in planning, material requisitions, documentation and field supervision of new projects and work orders.Keeps abreast of industry trends and regulatory changes regarding corrosion control.Prepares special reports that document and/or make recommendations regarding the results of special projects or surveys. Conducts facility inspections, reviews records and reports findings to regional director and technical services.Provides input to establish monitoring and processing equipment for gas quality control.Keeps updated on new and existing computer programs available to corrosion control, such as Bass’ Cathodic Protection Data Manager, Kiefner & Associates, Inc. Pipe Assessment and programs similar to other in-company programs for class location, gas loss, facility historical data and pipeline inspection programs.Distributes programs to technicians and conducts necessary training.Provides technical input to assist in development of project planning.Performs any additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.
Communications/Contacts:
Internal - Operations management, staff and team membersExternal - Government/regulatory agencies, customers/producersPerformance Expectations (Key Success Factors):
Perform responsibilities as directed within determined time frames and with a high degree of accuracy.Provide accurate input into the budget process and contribute to meeting the actual targets.Establish and maintain effective work relationships within the department and the company.Maintain the professional competence, knowledge and skills necessary to effectively complete responsibilities; enhance job knowledge and abilities by taking personal responsibility for professional development and training.Maintain sensitive and confidential information regarding company information.Support the company’s employee policies and procedures, including workplace safety rules.Attend work on a regular basis and support the company’s employee policies and procedures, including workplace safety rules.
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree in the appropriate engineering discipline.Eight years of experience in pipeline or process engineering applications or other related industry experience. Experience requirement may be reduced to five years for individuals with an advanced technical or business degree (Master of Business Administration) or registration as a professional engineer.National Association of Corrosion Engineers certification is required.Working knowledge of and prior experience in corrosion control systems.Must be familiar with basic operating principles of natural gas transmission and gas storage field facilities as well as with Department of Transportation regulations in CFR 49, Part 192 and 195, relating to internal corrosion control.Computer literacy a must.Excellent oral and written communication skills to enable incumbent to work closely with corrosion technicians and coordinate work with regional directors.Will require some travel to field locations.Must support team concept and be able to work well with other team members who are geographically dispersed.Must be able to adjust to continuously changing priorities.Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently. Position descriptions are developed as guides for the employees of Northern Natural Gas Company. The management team of Northern Natural Gas Company reserves the right to modify job responsibilities and position requirements to meet the corporate business goals and needs. Use the icon below to apply for this position. You may also e-mail this position description to a friend.