Senior Gas Storage Integrity Management Program Engineer

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Date: Apr 24, 2024

Location: Evansville, IN, US, 47711Gulfport, MS, US, 39507Houston, TX, US, 77002Dayton, OH, US, 45417Byram, MS, US, 39272Broussard, LA, US, 70518Minneapolis, MN, US, 55403Fairborn, OH, US, 45324-6349Baton Rouge, LA, US, 70802Lake Charles, LA, US, 70607Franklin, IN, US, 46131Terre Haute, IN, US, 47807Noblesville, IN, US, 46060Bloomington, IN, US, 47404Brandon, MS, US, 39042Shreveport, LA, US, 71103Muncie, IN, US, 47302Danville, IN, US, 46122

Company: CenterPoint Energy

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years.

Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.

Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.

Job Summary

CenterPoint Energy is looking for a Senior Gas Storage Management Integrity Program Engineer to join our Team, which can be located in various CenterPoint Energy territories ( Indiana, Texas, Ohio, Louisiana, Mississippi, & Minnesota) .

You will have the ability to be responsible for serving as the lead over the compliance requirements for the Storage Integrity Management Program (SIMP) as required by 49 CFR 192.12 and API Recommended Practice 1171 as incorporated by reference in code by PHMSA. This role is responsible for the identification, assessment and mitigation of pipeline safety risks associated with underground natural gas storage facilities. Responsibilities include maintaining and analyzing storage asset data, planning, and executing assessments, and developing the long-term capital plans for the underground natural gas storage facilities, including design & specifications for new/replacement storage assets to ensure regulatory compliance.

Essential Functions

• Facilitating the underground natural gas storage facility risk modelling, threat identification, and review including implementing or enhancing the risk model.

• Developing storage asset data improvement projects to improve threat identification, risk assessment, and assessment method selection, and mitigation project planning.

• Coordinating with Reservoir Engineering, Gas Storage and LP Operations, and System Planning on the timing, tracking and progress of underground natural gas storage facility projects, including scheduling, project management, and documentation.

• Developing long-term infrastructure investment plans to address regulatory implications or record keeping issues.

• Reviewing transmission work order documentation for traceable, verifiable, and complete records requirements.

• Performing all engineering analysis and technical support required for the SIMP program, including, but not limited to:

1. Integrate historical SIMP assessments.

2. Identify threats and hazards.

3. Update assessment schedule and risk model as needed and perform.

4. Develop risk treatments and implement P&M measures.

• Reviewing and approve UNGSF engineering designs to ensure compliance to all integrity required aspects.

• Providing support for SIMP regulatory, data requests and internal/external audits. Monitor changes in state and federal pipeline safety regulation and adapt SIMP program requirements accordingly.

• Providing data for internal performance reporting and external performance reporting including DOT Form PHMSA 7100.4-1 (Underground Natural Gas Storage Annual Report).

• Participating in industry committees to maintain a network of peers and knowledge for pipeline safety.

Education Description

• Requires a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Civil, or otherapproved engineering disciplinefrom an accredited college or university.

• Requires a Professional Engineer (PE) Certification.

Experience

• Requires a minimum of four years' experience in integrity management, compliance, utility design, or related project construction design.

We want you to know

Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.

What we bring to you

• Competitive pay

• Paid training

• Benefits eligibility begins on your first day

• Transit subsidies

• Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off

• Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston

• Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement

• 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution

Job Type: Full Time

Posting Start Date: 04/24/2024​

Posting End Date: 05/26/2024

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

Nearest Major Market: Evansville

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