Sr. Pipeline Integrity Engineer - Dallas, TX

Delek US Holdings, Inc. is a diversified downstream energy company with assets in petroleum refining, logistics, renewable fuels and convenience store retailing.  The refining assets consist of refineries operated in Tyler and Big Spring, Texas, El Dorado, Arkansas and Krotz Springs, Louisiana with a combined nameplate crude throughput capacity of 302,000 barrels per day.

The logistics operations primarily consist of Delek Logistics Partners, LP.  Delek US Holdings, Inc.and its affiliates own approximately 63% (including the 2 percent general partner interest) of Delek Logistics Partners, LP.  Delek Logistics Partners, LP (NYSE:DKL) is a growth-oriented master limited partnership focused on owning and operating midstream energy infrastructure assets.

The convenience store retail business is the largest 7-Eleven licensee in the United States and operates approximately 300 convenience stores in central and west Texas and New Mexico.

Sr. Pipeline Integrity Engineer

JOB SUMMARY

The Sr. Pipeline Integrity Engineer will support DKL Operations and Maintenance and be responsible for management and implementation of the Delek Integrity Management Program (IMP) to all midstream facilities including but not limited to pipelines, storage tanks, terminals, piping, and pressure vessels. The Sr. Integrity Engineer falls within the Asset Integrity Management Team and will support other staff including corrosion control, and fixed equipment inspection.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Enforce and maintain company safety policies and procedures, and ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Emphasis with compliance to 49CFR195.452.
• Consistently maintain and demonstrate a high regard for personal safety, and for the safety of company assets, employees, and the general public.
• Accountable for execution of In-Line Inspection (ILI) and data Integration processes for all pipeline assessment projects. These activities include: Assisting with the coordination of GIS data alignment, integration and evaluation of the results, facilitating data integration meetings, and project closeout.
• Provide input to maintain, generate, and improve key integrity assessment-related documents, processes, guides, and procedures.
• Additional responsibilities may include supporting integrity projects (Hydrostatic Pressure Tests, External Corrosion Direct Assessment, In-Line Inspection, etc.) as needed and technically supporting strategically sourced ILI vendor contracts.
• Provide support in determining the most appropriate assessment technology for various pipeline types/conditions and support evaluating new technology where appropriate.
• Supports pipeline integrity reassessment intervals based on ILI results and repairs.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, engineering, and other integrity engineers to identify and resolve potential threats or damage to the assets.
• Identify and implement preventive and mitigative actions for midstream assets.
• Collaborate with GIS team and provide technical support for risk model updates.
• Assist in the development of engineering standards, specifications, and policies & procedures required to support optimization of existing assets and troubleshoot operational issues.
• Individual in this role must be proactive and innovative in identifying and mitigating new or emerging threats and issues related to integrity assessment.
• Develop, and maintain positive working relationships with consultants, vendors, suppliers, contractors, and all departments within the company.
• Provide analytics and other information and feedback to management.
• Required to manage assigned budget line items and ensure proper execution with direct project management and accountable oversight
• Assist in annual budgeting and forecast efforts to ensure there is proper funding for Integrity Management Program assessments and initiatives
• Supports all Asset Integrity Management goals and initiatives and cross trains to assist as needed on mainline pipeline assessments, tank inspections and corrosion control initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

CULTURE FIT & IMPACT

Culture Fit & Alignment to Delek's Core Values

• Consistently adhere to Delek’s policies and procedures and be a positive example for others by demonstrating the Company’s core values of Safety, Integrity, Commitment, Passion for Wining and Excellence, Maximizing Value, and Growth Oriented.

Organizational Impact

• Make decisions and/or take action based on logical assumptions derived from factual information gathered; seek out information from established policies and procedures and/or knowledge experts; seek input from others.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education, Skills & Experience

• University graduate with a four-year Bachelor’s Engineering Degree from an ABET-accredited program.
• +5yrs progressive experience in the oil and gas industry, specifically midstream and/or upstream.
• Understanding of pipelines and DOT/PHMSA regulations 49CFR195 and 49CFR192.
• Understanding of ASME B31.4, B31.8. B31.8S, and B31G.
• Knowledge in corrosion mitigation and mechanical integrity assessment techniques
• Willing to attend and participate industry-sponsored conferences, seminars, training, and
• Up to 25% travel to company locations and facilities for meetings, training, special projects, emergency planning, or information gathering will be required.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license
• Must be able to obtain a TWIC card
• Must be willing to submit to DOT random drug & alcohol screening

Preferred Education/Experience

• +8yrs progressive experience of hazardous liquids and/or gas midstream pipeline industry experience.
• Direct experience with managing and implementing an Integrity Management Program
• Strong communication skill set and direct experience with effective project management

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans.