Inspection Data Management System SME - Decatur, IL

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* Inspection Data Management System SME - Decatur, IL

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* ** Inspection Data Management System SME - Decatur, IL*
* This is a permanent, full-time, exempt-level position.

** Position Summary*
* The Corporate IDMS Subject Matter Expert SME) provides enterprise-wide leadership, governance, and technical expertise for the company's Inspection Data Management System (IDMS).

This role is responsible for ensuring the system effectively supports Mechanical Integrity (MI) and Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) programs across all operating sites.

The SME serves as the central point of contact between corporate engineering, site inspection teams, IT, and software vendors-driving standardization, data accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement of IDMS processes company-wide.

** Key Responsibilities*
* ** _Corporate System Governance & Administration_*
* + Serve as the corporate technical authority and system owner for the company's IDMS (e.g., Visions, PCMS, Meridium, PSAim, Credo, etc.)

+ Develop and maintain global configuration standards, data governance rules, and workflow procedures

+ Establish and enforce consistent equipment hierarchy, data fields, and naming conventions across all sites

+ Coordinate system upgrades, new module implementations, and vendor support with IT and site administrators

+ Oversee user access control, permissions, and cybersecurity compliance

+ Create and maintain MI Dashboards for visibility into upcoming inspections, end of life, corrosion rates, etc.

** _Program Standardization & Compliance Support_*
* + Ensure the IDMS supports corporate MI program objectives and compliance with API 510, 570, 653, NBIC, EPA: 40 CFR 68.73, and OSHA PSM: 29 CFR (j)

+ Lead development and rollout of standardized inspection templates, forms, custom reports, and dashboards to drive consistency across facilities

+ Monitor data quality and system utilization at each site; identify gaps and coordinate corrective actions

+ Support internal and external audits by ensuring data traceability and documentation accuracy

+ Align IDMS configurations with RBI methodologies and corporate risk assessment processes

** _Site Support & Training_*
* + Act as the primary corporate resource for site-level IDMS administrators, inspectors, and engineers

+ Provide troubleshooting, process guidance, and issue resolution for site users

+ Conduct periodic site visits to evaluate system use, train users, and identify improvement opportunities

+ Lead refresher and advanced training for new users and power users

+ Serve as liaison between site MI teams, IT, and vendors for technical or functional support

** _Continuous Improvement & System Enhancement_*
* + Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize workflows, automate reporting, and enhance system integration

+ Collaborate with data analytics teams to develop enterprise-level dashboards and KPI reporting tools (e.g., Power BI)

+ Evaluate and recommend system enhancements, including integration with CMMS, RBI, and document management systems

+ Support digital transformation efforts related to inspection data, asset reliability, and integrity management

** Core Competencies*
* + Strategic systems thinking and standardization

+ Technical expertise and data integrity management

+ Communication and cross-functional collaboration

+ Analytical and problem-solving skills

+ Leadership, mentoring, and user development

+ Continuous improvement and innovation mindset

** Additional Information*
* + Up to 50% Travel to operating sites is required to provide training, audits, and implementation support

+ This role is critical in ensuring consistency, reliability, and regulatory compliance across the company's Mechanical Integrity and Inspection programs

+ The SME will work closely with corporate Asset Management & Engineering, site MI teams, IT, and external vendors to maintain a unified, high-performing IDMS platform

** Required Qualifications*
* + Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, or a similar technical discipline,  
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* * equivalent professional experience

+ 7+ years of experience in Mechanical Integrity or Inspection programs, with at least 3 years managing or supporting an IDMS

+ Proven experience implementing or supporting IDMS systems in a refining, petrochemical, agriculture, or heavy industrial environment

+ Strong working knowledge of API 510, API 570, API 571, API 653, NBIC, RMP, and PSM compliance requirements

+ Ability to manage complex datasets and system configurations across multiple sites

+ High proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)

+ Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder engagement skills

+ Ability to travel as necessary, up to 50% of the time

** Preferred Qualifications*
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Experience with multiple IDMS platforms (e.g., Visions, PCMS, Credo, Meridium, PSAim)

+ Working knowledge of RBI methodologies and integration with inspection databases

+ Familiarity…