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Pipeline Integrity / In-line Inspection Engineer (Hybrid)

Kinder Morgan, Inc.
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 11/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/18/2025
Position Description

Job Responsibilities

Support the development, continuous improvement, and execution of the company’s In-Line Inspection (ILI) tool validation and direct inspection programs. This includes administrative functions, technical standards, data systems, and collaboration with service providers to ensure program effectiveness.

Program Development & Implementation

  • Contribute to the design, implementation, and refinement of standards, procedures, and best practices for in-field anomaly assessment and data collection.
  • Develop and manage processes supporting ILI and NDE tool validation programs.
  • Evaluate and enhance field anomaly measurement techniques to improve inspection effectiveness and efficiency.

Training & Technical Oversight

  • Train and evaluate contract NDE field personnel in alignment with company procedures, standards, and data collection forms.
  • Provide technical support to internal and external stakeholders on NDE and ILI processes.

Vendor & Quality Management

  • Collaborate with NDE service providers to ensure the consistent and accurate application of company procedures and documentation.
  • Qualify and audit NDE service providers according to company protocols.
  • Monitor service quality and performance through Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), including field personnel competency, provider performance, and documentation timelines.

Data Systems & Analytics

  • Develop or improve data capture and management systems to support:
    • KPI tracking and performance analysis
    • Risk and integrity assessment integration
    • ILI validation and remediation decision-making
    • Automation and analytics for process efficiency and data-driven decision-making
Stakeholder Communication & Feedback

  • Coordinate communication and issue resolution among project managers, the ILI group, and other stakeholders.
  • Facilitate feedback loops with ILI service providers to support regrading of surveys or enhancement of inspection tools and algorithms.

**Position may be filled at various levels depending on experience and job skills of the successful candidate**

Position Requirements

Educational Requirements

  • B.S. in Engineering or related degree. Applicable industry experience and education may be considered as an equivalent.

Job Requirements

  • Strong effective, timely, clear and concise verbal and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills with logical thought processes
  • Ability and willingness to perform all essential functions of the position including those listed above.
  • Ability to interpret industry and company standards and procedures and a fundamental understanding of NDE tools and techniques for evaluating pipeline anomalies preferred.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and refine processes.
  • Ability and willingness to understand and implement all company/job related processes, procedures, guidelines and best practices.
  • Ability and willingness to coordinate projects and programs with field operating personnel, project engineers, and outside entities.
  • Must be accountable and manage activities to keep required work schedules, focus attention to details, and follow company policies and procedures.
  • Strong focus on safe work practices and active participation in the safety program
  • Ability to effectively organize, plan, prioritize, document, and complete work independently.
  • Ability to successfully work in a team environment with a focus on both internal and external customers.
  • Demonstrated initiative and adaptability to manage multiple work tasks and changing priorities.
  • Fundamental knowledge of pipeline integrity threats and their associated mechanisms.
  • Willingness and ability to learn how to effectively train others.
  • Ability to develop, refine and present effective presentations.
  • Strong computer skills including but not limited to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
  • Experience with or ability to quickly learn data visualization tools such as Power BI to support reporting of metrics, preferred
  • Maintain a regular, dependable attendance and high level of performance.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license and driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers for business travel.
  • The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed

Preferred Qualifications

  • Fundamental knowledge of ILI technologies and their capabilities and limitations
  • Knowledge of 49 CFR Part 192 and Part 195
  • Knowledge of NDE technologies typically used to measure pipeline anomalies or defects.
  • Fundamental knowledge of the types of Pipeline Integrity Threats and ILI and NDE technologies used to assess those threats
  • Proficiency in Power BI to facilitate connecting, analyzing, and visualizing data with interactive reports and dashboards
  • Proficiency in SQL for querying and managing relational databases

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned.

The position may be filled at various levels depending on experience and job skills of the successful candidate.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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