Enbridge

Pipeline Geohazard Sr. Engineer

Posted on: 18 Jan 2021

Harrisburg, PA

Job Description

Posting End Date:

January 28, 2021

Employee Type:

Regular-Full time

Union/Non:

This is a non-union position

Are you a leader in Geohazard Pipeline Integrity? Do you enjoy collaborating with knowledgeable colleagues toward a same goal of safety? In this role you will manage the key decisions determining the need to make pipeline inspections and repairs or identify other remediation requirements to proactively manage Geohazards to the pipeline system.

Heres what you will do:

* Conduct pipeline integrity assessment and analysis for pipeline integrity threat management programs related to the Enbridge GTM system, with the focus on Geohazard and Threat Integration.

* Conduct and support data analyses of the geohazard programs, including analysis of in-line inspection, Direct Assessment, field deployed monitoring devices and Nondestructive Examination (NDE) field results.

* Implement integrity management processes;

* Conduct validation and quality assurance of the Geohazard program programs.

* Ensure the continued compliance of integrity management processes with US and Canadian regulations, standards and best practices. Participate in regulatory audits as required;

* Lead decision records and technical reports deliverables.

* Provide a weekly status report to Geohazard Supervisor summarizing assigned activities and program updates.

* Lead the enhancement/update of integrity management processes.

* Act as the Subject Matter Lead and review and approve threat programs as assigned.

* Mentor and support junior staff and stakeholders in geohazard management and continuous improvement.

* Support Pipeline Integrity Engineering in activities such as pressure restriction removal, audits, failure investigation, engineering assessments, etc. as assigned.

* Execute the Core Process through execution of the geohazard threat management programs on the Enbridge GTM system in cooperation with Regional Operations and other potential stakeholders.

* Assist in developing system-wide geotechnical programs for identifying, implementing, managing and monitoring geohazards.

* Participate in continuous improvement of the geohazard threat management processes and identify areas of improvement.

* Support the preparation of annual capital and operating budgets and long-range plans for geohazard management and mitigation related activities.

* Provide Project Support to execution teams for active and proposed construction mitigation projects (Core projects, Operations)

* Coordinate investigations for geotechnical assessments of pipeline Right of Ways to determine potential for exposures, unsupported spans, slope stability, and pipeline movement.

* Coordinate or assist analysis of Geotechnical conditions to complete Integrity, Risk Analysis, and Engineering Assessments at specific locations (pipeline, facility, or storage).

Who you are:

* You have:

* A bachelor's degree in engineering from a recognized university or college

* Registration or eligibility to register as a Professional Engineer in the State of employment;

* 7+ years of increasing responsibility in engineering experience in the pipeline industry.

* Experience in geotechnical monitoring instrumentation (i.e. strain gauges, slope inclinometers, etc.)

* Experience in managing geohazard projects from the design or integrity perspective including a focus on mitigation strategies

* Field experience in earthwork construction and related geotechnical construction practices is helpful.

* Skill to embrace change and have desire to seek process improvements.

* Ability to influence and work effectively with others.

* You can:

* Drive disciplined analysis through utilizing computer software, excel spreadsheets and data analysis tools necessary to conduct detailed data analyses

* Communicate effectively with excellent presentation and technical writing skills

Working Conditions:

* This position is office based with occasional requirements to travel to field excavations, regulatory audits, industry committees/conferences, and region and field offices. Occasional travel to Houston office is required.

* Travel 20% of the time.

* The employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather) and may work around moving machinery, high pressure piping, and in or around excavations.

Physical Requirements include but are not limited to:

Grasping, kneeling, light moderate lifting (objects up to 20 pounds), reaching above shoulder, repetitive motion, typing, sitting, standing, visual requirement (able to see screens, detect color coding, read fine print), hearing requirement and the ability to sit at a computer for long periods of time.

Mental Requirements (Both Field & Office) include but are not limited to:

Ability to: understand, remember and apply oral and/or written instructions or other information, understand complex problems and collaborate/explore alternative solutions, organize thoughts and ideas into understandable terminology, organize and prioritize work schedule on a short-term basis, make decisions which have moderate impact on the immediate work unit and monitor impact outside this area, understand and follow basic instructions and guidelines, complete routine forms, compose letters, outlines, memoranda and basic reports and communicate with individuals via telephone.

Diversity and inclusion are important to us. Enbridge is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to age, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, veteran status, Indigenous/Native American status, or disability. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats, communication supports, or other accessibility assistance by contacting careers@enbridge.com.

Information For Applicants:

* Applications can be submitted via our online recruiting system only.
* We appreciate your interest in working with us; however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
* Final candidates for this position may be required to undergo a security screening, including a criminal records check.

To learn more about us, visit www.enbridge.com

Enbridge

Houston, TX

On February 27, 2017, Enbridge Inc. and Spectra Energy Corp closed their merger transaction. This transaction has created a global energy infrastructure leader—with an enterprise value of approximately US$126 billion (C$166 billion)—that brings together the best liquids and natural gas franchises in North America.

The combined company is known as Enbridge Inc. You’re currently viewing Spectra Energy’s legacy website, where you’ll find information on the former Spectra Energy Corp.

Enbridge’s vision is to be the leading energy delivery company in North America. We deliver the energy people need and want—to heat their homes, to keep their lights on, to keep them mobile and connected.

We operate across North America, fueling the economy and people’s quality of life. We move nearly two-thirds of Canada’s crude oil exports to the U.S., we transport about 20 percent of the natural gas consumed in the U.S., and we operate North America’s third-largest natural gas utility by consumer count. Enbridge was an early investor in renewable energy, and we have a growing offshore wind portfolio.

We work collaboratively every day to provide safe, reliable energy. Enbridge connects energy supply with growing markets in North America through our three core businesses:

Liquids pipelines
Natural gas pipelines
Utilities and power

Enbridge was named to the Thomson Reuters Top 100 Global Energy Leaders in 2018; we were selected to Bloomberg’s 2019 Gender Equality Index; and we have been ranked among the Best 50 Corporate Citizens in Canada for 17 years running, through 2019.

Enbridge Inc. is headquartered in Calgary, Canada. We have a workforce of about 13,600 people, primarily in Canada and the United States. Enbridge (ENB) is traded on the New York and Toronto stock exchanges.

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