Gas Transmission Integrity Engineer

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Date: Apr 9, 2024

Location: Evansville, IN, US, 47711Muncie, IN, US, 47302Minneapolis, MN, US, 55419Danville, IN, US, 46122Houston, TX, US, 77002Fairborn, OH, US, 45324-6349Dayton, OH, US, 45417Noblesville, IN, US, 46060

Company: CenterPoint Energy

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years.

Our Vision: Our vision to lead the nation in delivering energy, service and value drives our strategy and performance. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.

Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.

Job Summary

CenterPoint Energy is looking for a Gas Transmission Integrity Engineer to join our Team, located in Indiana/Ohio/Minnesota/Texas

You will have the ability to execute the compliance requirements for the Transmission Integrity Management Program (TIMP) as required by 49 CFR 192 Subpart O. This role is responsible for the identification, assessment and mitigation of pipeline safety risks associated with the transmission system. Responsibilities include maintaining and analyzing transmission asset data, planning, and executing in-line inspection and pressure testing assessments, and providing input on the long-term capital plans for the gas transmission system, including design & specifications for new/replacement transmission pipelines to ensure regulatory compliance.

Essential Functions

• Update and maintain the transmission pipeline risk modelling including implementing or enhancing the risk model and providing updates to GIS to correct missing or incorrect data.

• Mine transmission asset data to analyze and determine applicable threats to the pipelines and schedule assessment and mitigation.

• Implement procedures for material verification and maximum allowable operating pressure (MAOP) reconfirmation. Manage population samples for material verification and develop remediation plans.

• Coordinate with Engineering and System Planning on the timing, tracking and progress of transmission pipeline projects.

• Develop long-term infrastructure investment plans to address regulatory implications or record keeping issues pressure tests, replacements, retrofits, etc.

• Review transmission work order documentation for traceable, verifiable, and complete records requirements.

• Perform all engineering analysis and technical support required for the TIMP program, including, but not limited to:

1. Integrate historical TIMP assessments from Direct Assessment (ECDA and ICDA) and In-Line Inspections (ILI).

2. Develop site specific ILI plans and coordinate ILI runs, including field support.

3. Calculate safe operating pressures for any anomalies found.

4. Monitor changes in high consequence areas (HCAs), moderate consequence areas (MCAs) and class location, including monitoring activity in transmission rights-of-way from feedback through operations.

5. Update assessment schedule and risk model as needed and perform class location change studies.

6. Evaluate valve spacing and blow off requirements.

7. Perform purging calculations for transmission lines.

• Review and approve transmission pipeline engineering designs to ensure compliance to all integrity required aspects of the pipe and design.

• Provide support for DIMP/TIMP regulatory, data requests and internal audits. Monitor changes in state and federal pipeline safety regulation and adapt TIMP program requirements accordingly.

• Provide data for internal performance reporting and external performance reporting including DOT Form PHMSA 7100.2.1 (Transmission Annual Report).

Education Description

• Requires a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Civil, or otherapproved engineering disciplinefrom an accredited college or university.

Experience

• Requires a minimum of two years' experience in integrity management, compliance, utility design, or related project construction design.

We want you to know

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years. Our vision to lead the nation in delivering energy, service and value drives our strategy and performance. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.

What we bring to you

• Competitive pay

• Paid training

• Benefits eligibility begins on your first day

• Transit subsidies

• Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off

• Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston

• Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement

• 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution

Job Type: Full Time

Posting Start Date: 02/23/2024​

Posting End Date: 03/17/2024

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

Nearest Major Market: Evansville

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