Ability to read and interpret DOT construction plans
Experience in Bluebeam Revu
Experience with API 1102
G. Earth & GIS Experience
Licensed Professional Engineer
JOB DESCRIPTION FOR A TEMPORARY POSITION:
The main objective for the Encroachment Engineer is to provide support for the safe operation of Company's pipeline facilities through engineering evaluation (design review, stress calculations, etc.) and communication with the stakeholders and the 3rd Parties that present encroachments to the Company's assets.
Typical Review Process:
Review construction documents provided by Encroaching Entity.
Evaluate proposed construction and compare to Company standard requirements.
Coordinate with Encroaching Entity to confirm their scope and resolve conflicts.
Coordinate with internal departments - Integrity, Corrosion, Compliance, Land and Operations - to confirm condition of the Company pipeline(s) and integrate their evaluations into the technical report.
If mitigation project not needed, submit technical report with safety stipulations to be included in approval letter.
If mitigation project needed, submit request to execute a pipeline protection or pipeline relocation project.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Review plan and profile drawings. Effectively work and communicate with 3rd parties, including private and public entities, to fully evaluate the scope of the encroachment, the proximity to Company pipelines or Company rights-of-way and potential impact to facilities.
Ensure proposed development and construction are being designed and constructed in accordance with the Company's Encroachment Evaluation Specifications and Regulatory Agency requirements.
Perform pipeline stress analysis associated with the encroachment including heavy equipment crossings, roadway and railroad crossings over existing pipeline and provide pipeline protection and/or mitigation recommendations where applicable.
Provide written recommendations, design modification guidance and stipulations to Encroachment Agreement or Letter of No Objection issued to encroaching entity by Company Land Department.
Coordinate and attend meetings with various internal departments and 3rd parties as required.
Required Education and/or Experience:
BS in engineering - Civil or Mechanical engineering
6 - 8 years in utility coordination experience. Plus, for experience in oil & gas industry.
State or Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) experience a plus.
Excellent writing and communication skills.
Ability to effectively comprehend and mark-up construction drawings.
Preferred Experience / Abilities:
Ability to work on multiple assignments simultaneously
Ability to analyze and evaluate dredging activities and impact to Company's pipeline(s)
Familiar with GIS, G Maps and Blue Beam software
PE licensure in the State of Texas or ability to obtain PE licensure within 6 months of hire is a plus.
Position is for Encroachment Engineer Level 3 and requires minimum of 6 to 8 years of field/project engineering, utility coordination or encroachment engineering experience.
Dexian is a leading provider of staffing, IT, and workforce solutions with over 12,000 employees and 70 locations worldwide. As one of the largest IT staffing companies and the 2nd largest minority-owned staffing company in the U.S., Dexian was formed in 2023 through the merger of DISYS and Signature Consultants. Combining the best elements of its core companies, Dexian's platform connects talent, technology, and organizations to produce game-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals.
Dexian's brands include Dexian DISYS, Dexian Signature Consultants, Dexian Government Solutions, Dexian Talent Development and Dexian IT Solutions. Visit https://dexian.com/ to learn more.
Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.