Pipeline Integrity - Risk Analyst

What We Are Looking For

Responsible for developing and implementing the pipeline Integrity Management Program (IMP) for Kinder Morgan Part 192 pipelines and facilities including performing risk analysis on assigned pipeline assets, providing pipeline integrity related technical support, development and continuous improvement of pipeline integrity related programs, systems and applications. The Risk Engineer will report to the Manager of Risk Engineering.

Position level, job title and pay will be determined by candidates’ level of experience and skill.

The primary duties of this role are as follows:

• Plan and execute requirements of the IMP including identifying, prioritizing, and addressing integrity threats for assigned pipeline assets
  • Implement the risk assessment/threat evaluation, risk ranking, long term assessment planning, P&M measure determination and tracking on selected pipeline assets
  • Fully understand the pipeline integrity threats and risks for assigned pipeline assets
  • Run risk model(s) for specific assets including coordination of data collection, understanding the risk algorithms, reviewing and confirming results, and utilizing the risk output
  • Develop and maintain long term ILI and integrity assessment plan for HCAs, non-HCA, and gathering pipelines, including working with Field Integrity Services and Project Management to develop budget estimates based upon the long-term plan
  • Track progress of integrity assessments during the year and provide annual reporting metrics
  • Initiate and lead interaction with appropriate subject matter experts and other stakeholders for specific threats to assist in planning and to secure feedback on program improvements
• Plan and execute requirements of Class Location Change for leveraging pipe replacement, hydrostatic testing, change in MAOP, Special Permit requests, and/or Integrity Management Alternative
• Provide training and support to other company groups as needed such as Field Integrity Services, IT, Corrosion, In-line Inspection, Pipeline Data Systems, Engineering and Operations
• Identify and present potential pipeline integrity process improvements and follow-through with implementation once stakeholder/management agreement for the improvement is obtained
• Review, edit and provide feedback regarding any proposed procedure or process variance requests
• Provide support for other aspects of integrity related programs, processes, and procedures as required
• Represent company in regulatory interactions as needed

• Bachelor’s Degree (Equivalent work experience may be considered)
• Experience working with historical pipeline integrity datasets such as in-line inspection, pressure test, and direct assessment records
• Strong effective, timely, clear and concise verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills with logical thought processes
• Demonstrated ability for focused attention to detail
• Ability and willingness to perform all essential functions of the position including those listed above
• Demonstrated ability to develop and refine processes
• Ability and willingness to understand and implement all company/job related processes, procedures, guidelines and best practices
• Ability and willingness to coordinate projects and programs with field operating personnel, project engineers, and outside entities
• Must be accountable and manage activities to keep required work schedules, focus attention to details, and follow company policies and procedures
• Strong focus on safe work practices and active participation in the safety program
• Ability to effectively organize, plan, prioritize, document, and complete work independently
• Ability to successfully work in a team environment with a focus on both…