Welding Engineer

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Boardwalk is a limited partnership operating in the midstream portion of the natural gas and natural gas liquids industry, providing transportation and storage services for our customers. Our 14,000 miles of pipeline and storage assets provide diverse market connectivity to producers and end-users who need reliable sources of natural gas for power generation, home heating or petrochemical feedstocks. We have the experience, knowledge, and flexibility to design service offerings and create system enhancements tailored to our customers’ needs throughout the 13 states in which we operate. As an organization focused on sustainability, we are committed to protecting the environment while delivering this energy source. This commitment is made to our customers, employees, and the communities in which we operate. We incorporate environmental stewardship, safety, and compliance into our day-to-day operations and seek to strengthen and support the communities we serve. Additional information about the company can be found online at www.bwpipelines.com.

We are currently looking for a Welding Engineer for our Houston, TX office.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Responsible for maintaining and implementing the Company Welding Program across the entire BWP pipeline system.  This will include providing welding procedures and non-destructive examination (NDE) procedures to support Company construction and maintenance projects.  The position will require daily interaction with Company Engineers, Project Managers, and third-party Contractors.  The candidate must represent the Company in a professional capacity in a dynamic, work-oriented environment.

Additional responsibilities will include:

• Managing Company welder qualification program and welder database
• Evaluating and approving vendors/third-party Contractors including, fabrication shops, welder qualification and testing facilities, and NDE Contractors
• Providing training to Company and third-party welders and inspectors
• Becoming an OQ (Operator Qualification) Evaluator for welding and NDE OQ tasks
• Reviewing new regulations and industry standards and updating Company procedures as necessary
• Supporting other departments during State and DOT PHMSA audits

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Working knowledge of pipeline regulations and industry standards such as API 5L, ASME B31.8/B31.4, API 1104, and 49 CFR Part 192/195
• Ability to read, understand, and apply directions, policies, procedures, guidelines, requirements, and regulations
• Excellent problem solving and written and verbal communication skills
• Well organized with a high degree of initiative and motivation
• Must have the ability to work efficiently and independently with minimal direct supervision
• Strong computer applications skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access
• Must be willing and able to travel (20% of time) and work in a variety of environments, including pipeline right-of-ways and manufacturing facilities

PREFERRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE:

• BS/MS in Welding Engineering
• Background in pipeline construction practices, materials, inspection, and manufacturing/fabrication methods applicable to the equipment and systems used in the transportation of natural gas and hazardous liquid pipelines

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

• BS in Welding Engineering, Welding Engineering Technology, or Metallurgy from an accredited University or 7+ years of experience with practical in-depth technical knowledge from a pipeline operating company and possess an AWS CWI Certification

PREFERRED EDUCATION:

• BS/MS in Welding Engineering

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Boardwalk Pipelines, LP maintains a drug-free workplace and will require pre-employment drug & substance abuse testing before hire.

Boardwalk Pipelines, LP is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.