GAS INTEGRITY ENGINEER

WINNIPEG, MB

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Defined-benefit pension plan.
• Nine-day work cycle which normally results in every other Monday off, providing for a balanced approach to work, family life and community.
• Flex-time and partially remote work schedule (providing the option to work remotely 3 days per 2 week period), depending on nature of work, operational requirements and work location.

• Analyse In-Line Inspection (smart pig) and pipeline survey results using industry and internal standards to select integrity excavation sites. 
• Complete detailed technical studies to determine the suitability of changes to the integrity of the gas pipeline system. 
• Prepare tender materials for integrity programs and projects; analyse tenders for contractor selection. 
• Project manage specialized activities for pipeline system assessment and integrity data collection (e.g., external corrosion direct assessment, river crossing and geotechnical assessments, depth of cover surveys, in-line inspection, condition assessments, etc.).
• Collect data and take in-field measurements to assess pipeline imperfections, coating conditions, pipeline watercourse crossings, facilities, and geotechnical sites; assess pipeline defects and prepare and issue reports with recommendations for suitable repair methods in accordance with internal standards.
• Coordinate and oversee contractors and other internal groups during fieldwork and provide project-specific training on specialized integrity tools.
• Examine natural gas assets for the suitability of operating pressure increases in compliance with CSA Z662.
• Contribute to driving the continued improvement of the Pipeline System Integrity Management Program (P-SIMP) and identify recommendations to cost-effectively manage the risk of natural gas assets.
• Prepare tender materials for general contracts including, but not limited to, in-line inspections, excavations, surveys, and engineering consultants; analyse tenders for contractor selection.  
• Implement compliance-related requirements by interpreting industry standards, writing internal procedures, and preparing reports for the Public Utilities Board and Canadian Energy Regulator.
• Identify and implement improvements to Gas Integrity activities in order to enhance the capabilities of Manitoba Hydro in managing aging natural gas assets.

• Graduate of Mechanical, Civil, Geotechnical, or Industrial Engineering from a university of recognized standing and a minimum of six years of related engineering experience.
• Professional member in good standing with Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba (or willingness and ability to attain within a specified amount of time).
• Demonstrated ability to develop creative approaches and solutions to challenges. 
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and follow instructions. 
• Demonstrated ability to organise and schedule work to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, verbally and written, with personnel inside and outside the Enterprise with diplomacy.
• Previous experience in GIS software and database programming would be an asset. 
• Technical knowledge related to natural gas pipeline system integrity, operation, maintenance, standards, and design would be an asset.
• Proficiency with Windows-based computer programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. 
• Possess a valid Province of Manitoba Driver's Licence and be willing to travel within and outside the province as required.