Pipeline Compliance Specialist

The Pipeline Compliance Specialist provides regulatory and technical expertise to clients in matters relating to PHMSA (49 CFR Parts 190–199) and state pipeline safety regulatory requirements for natural gas, hazardous liquids, LNG, and Underground Gas Storage pipeline assets and OSHA PSM facilities. Specifically, the Pipeline Compliance Specialist will be responsible for developing, auditing and updating pipeline safety programs and procedures including but not limited to construction, operations, maintenance, integrity management, risk reviews/assessments, operator qualification, control room management, inspections and tests, emergency response, incident investigations, training and client support functions associated with preparing for, supporting and representing clients in regulatory inspections and other regulatory matters.

These regulations include:

• PHMSA 49 CFR 191, 192, 193, 194, and 195
• OHSA
• State Regulatory Requirements
• Process Safety Management

Responsibilities may include, but may not be limited to:

• Proficiency of PHMSA and State Partner Pipeline Safety Regulations.
• Interpretation and application of all aspects of pipeline safety regulations (e.g., design, construction, operation, maintenance, corrosion control, operator qualification, control room management, integrity, accident/incident investigation and emergency response).
• Conduct and/or represent clients in PHMSA/state partner pipeline safety regulatory inspections/audits.
• Audit, develop, and edit pipeline safety programs and procedures (e.g., manuals, procedures, personnel/operator qualifications, inspections, tests).
• Prepare for and conduct risk analysis, risk assessments, and integrity assessments (e.g., ILI, pressure testing, UGS well logging).
• Develop and consult on regulatory requirements, standards incorporated by reference, letters of interpretation, corrective actions, and preventative and mitigative measures.
• Providing technical determinations and resolutions of compliance issues arising from client requests, internal inspections, and PHMSA/state partner inspections.
• Serving as a point of contact or project manager for clients.

Education

• High school diploma or Associates degree with applicable work experience in energy/oil/gas industries.
• A bachelor’s (or higher) degree in engineering or related technical field or energy‑related industries regulatory compliance work experience.

Required Experience

• Multiple positions are open with varying levels of experience (Compliance Specialist I, II, & Senior).
• Experience level will determine position placement.
• Competent in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access).
• Strong technical writing skills.

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience with pipeline safety regulations and audit experience in PHMSA or State Agency Pipeline Safety Audits (eCFR).
• Registration as an Engineer in Training (EIT) as recognized by NCEES is a plus.

Skills

• Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Ability to quickly adapt to and successfully address client needs and expectations.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills (English).
• Strong file management skills (follow company file structure and organization).

Reg Safe, LLC has been providing pipeline and industrial safety solutions to the pipeline, production, midstream, refining, service companies, and industrial contractors for over 30 years. In our history, we have been able to successfully represent our clients in both Federal and State pipeline safety audits, OHSA (including state programs) related audits, incident investigations, and responses/representation to allegations of non‑compliance.

We have built a reputation for meeting our client’s operational and regulatory compliance needs through hard work and technical competencies in operations, maintenance, construction, start‑ups, operations risk management, emergency management and response, accident/incident investigation, litigation support, and regulatory compliance. Through extensive “Hands‑On” experience and technical “Know‑How,” we have earned the trust and respect of our clients and the regulatory agencies we interface with.