Technical Specialist 1/ Technical Specialist 2/Sr Technical Specialist

BHE GT&S has an exciting opportunity as a Technical Specialist 1/ Technical Specialist 2/Sr Technical Specialist at our Western Area Headquarters in Delmont, PA.

Additional office locations in Eastern Ohio, Southwestern Pennsylvania, and Central Pennsylvania would be considered for the right candidate

Responsibilities

As a Pipeline Integrity Engineering Technical Specialist, you will be involved in both Pipeline Integrity and Corrosion responsibilities. In this position you will primarily:

• Support Corrosion Control Policies / Procedures, integrity projects, Integrity Management Plans, Risk Ranking Plans, and Integrity Standards and Procedures.
• Evaluate, analyze, and recommend techniques and new technologies to provide effective corrosion control programs that ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and BHE GT&S’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Provide guidance to Operating Areas with cathodic protection record keeping and mapping requirements, and partner to resolve corrosion problems.
• Participate in PHMSA inspections and audits.
• Lead the data collection, collation and evaluation phase of direct assessment activities. Coordinate excavation data collection. Participate in the compilation of reports that describe the results of a project.
• Assist with developing the scope of field services, coordinating and overseeing field services with subcontractors, integration and analysis of data, as well as report preparation and presentation to internal customers.
• Database administration as needed (specifically Maximo, Task Op, Visions, Oracle Web Center Content, Sharepoint, CPDM)
• Prudently manage project budgets and timelines.
• Input and/or quality check data from corrosion systems going to risk models.
• Evaluate test stations to ensure they are properly classified, adequately spaced and monitored at the appropriate frequency.
• Actively review close interval survey results and develop action plans based on the results
• Support the overall corrosion control program which includes external corrosion, internal corrosion, and atmospheric corrosion review programs.
• Develop and conduct corrosion control training activities including classroom instruction.
• Support projects involving direct assessments for external corrosion, internal corrosion, and stress corrosion cracking
• Support the development, design, analyze, evaluate, and recommend corrosion control systems, policies, and procedures, to mitigate adverse effects on natural gas transmission and liquid pipelines.
• Support overall corporate compliance programs and databases
• Support direct assessments for external corrosion, internal corrosion, and stress corrosion cracking
• Support the in-line inspection program on runs, excavation projects, and data analysis.
• Support various integrity and compliance projects (e.g. pressure tests, guided wave analysis, direct assessments, navigable waterway dive inspections, etc.).
• Participate in and complete compressor station, facility, and site reviews to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
• Review industry best practices and recommend applications for GT&S’s system.
• Provide technical troubleshooting and design support.
• Develop work procedure training for integrity and corrosion assessment tasks.
• Establish and maintain high levels of customer satisfaction by meeting customer needs and pursuing continuous improvement.
• Support compliance programs and make system recommendations.
• Perform difficult and complex work requiring a thorough knowledge of the subject matter and significant experience.
• Schedule and coordinate major segments of complex projects to meet cost and time objectives.
• Plan and conduct work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation selection adaptation and modification of standard techniques procedures and criteria.
• Devise new approaches to problems encountered and develop engineering criteria ensuring compliance with design criteria and standards.
• At high levels of proficiency within this classification incumbents are expected to provide technical expertise and/or team leadership as needed.
• Participate in industry recognized organizations, conferences, and associations.
• Successfully complete leading industry training classes and obtain qualification and certifications, such as AMPP certifications.
• Performs difficult and complex work requiring strong technical skills and significant knowledge and experience within the functional area or specific engineering discipline.
• Provides expert technical support, direction, and advice in analyzing and evaluating systems, equipment, and programs.
• Plans and conducts work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, adaptation, and modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
• Devises new approaches to problems encountered and develops engineering or other field specific criteria, ensuring compliance with design criteria, SOPs, company and industry standards.
• Implements technology within an engineering or other specific field, as required.
• Focuses on the practical application of engineering theories, quality system standards, or acceptable business practices.
• Able to read and understand drawings, maps and diagrams to perform necessary job functions.
• Applies quality system controls/standards, scientific and/or engineering principles and methods, along with technical skills, to support compliance activities.
• May perform product improvement, testing, field engineering, development, manufacturing construction systems development, quality control, and operational engineering.
• May perform some design and theoretical work, even without the educational background to function as an engineer.
• May perform the same work as titled Engineers, but possesses an engineering degree which is not ABET accredited.
• May provide technical project management, including scoping, scheduling, budget development, cost tracking, and oversight of complex projects to meet cost and time objectives.

**Please note that travel will be required for this position. The selected candidate would be expected to travel 50-75 percent of the time, some of which would include overnight or multi-day travel.

Qualifications

Technical Specialist I:

• 0-2+ years of relevant experience and competencies in applicable discipline.
• Basic knowledge of engineering principles, theories, and practices.
• Ability to learn and successfully apply basic knowledge, techniques, skills, and modern tools of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to solve broadly-defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline.
• Ability to learn and design systems, components, or processes meeting specified needs for broadly-defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline.
• effective oral, written, and graphical communication skills required, including basic technical writing skills.
• Ability to conduct standard tests, measurements, and experiments.
• Ability to function as a member on a technical team.
• Organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Basic knowledge of computers, keyboarding skills, and the use of Microsoft Office programs and applicable software programs.
• Demonstrates questioning attitude, problem solving, analytical, and abstract thinking skills.

Technical Specialist II:

In addition to the qualifications listed for the Technical Specialist I, the Sr Technical Specialist will possess the following:

• 3+ years of relevant experience and demonstrated competencies in applicable discipline.
• Knowledge of engineering principles, theories and practices.
• Ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature.
• Ability to analyze and interpret results to improve processes.
• Ability to function effectively independently and as a member on a technical team.
• Organizational and project management skills.
• Proficient personal computer skills, including knowledge of applicable software programs.

Sr. Technical Specialist:

In addition to the qualifications listed for the Technical Specialist II, the Sr Technical Specialist will possess the following:

• 5+ years of relevant experience and demonstrated competencies in applicable discipline.
• In-depth knowledge of engineering principles, theories, and practices.
• Ability to apply knowledge, techniques, skills, and modern tools of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to solve broadly-defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline.
• Ability to design systems, components, or processes meeting specified needs for broadly-defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline
• Any combination of education or experience that yields the desired knowledge.
• Formal education in corrosion control from the Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP) with an active minimum certification level equivalent to the following:
• AMPP (NACE) Cathodic Protection Technologist (CP3) or AMPP (NACE) Cathodic Protection Technician (CP2)
• AMPP (NACE) Basic Coatings Inspector (CIP1) or equivalent (must be obtained within 1 year of the position)
• AMPP (NACE) Internal Corrosion Technologist (must be obtained within 1 year of the position)
• Three or more years’ experience in Pipeline Corrosion Engineering – inspection, prevention, design, corrosion control or construction.
• Minimum of three years’ experience overseeing field work.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with the DOT Integrity Management Regulations (49 CRF 192, Subpart O; and 195.452 as well as ASME B31.8S) – specifically with respect to Direct Assessment processes and practices.
• Experienced in the application of Corroded Pipe Evaluation (e.g., CorrEval, calculating safe pressures using ASME B31G or RSTRENG).
• Comprehensive knowledge of BHE GT&S’s Integrity Management Programs.

Education

Bachelor (Typically four years of related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess a bachelor's degree.)

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred Degree

Biology, Chemistry, Computer Engineering, Engineering, Engineering Technology, Mathematics, or Physics.

BHE GT&S is an interstate natural gas transmission and storage company that gives large customers more options in moving gas safely, reliably and efficiently. Headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, with operations in 10 states, BHE GT&S employees take pride in our work and are committed to innovative and sustainable natural gas energy solutions. Through our liquefied natural gas facilities, multi-state pipeline systems, and storage operations we support a number of large customers, including major utilities, power plants, marine transportation and heavy-duty trucking, along with manufacturing. Our employees are integral to our success and work hard to exceed customer expectations. We provide fulfilling employment opportunities, are committed to attracting and retaining the best employees, and focus on providing a safe and inclusive work environment.
BHE GT&S is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.