Job Summary:
The Regulatory and Compliance Specialist will support compliance activities for natural gas transmission pipeline systems. This role is responsible for helping ensure adherence to applicable federal and state pipeline safety regulations and will report to the Regulatory Compliance Manager.

Responsibilities:  

• Periodically review procedures and work practices for regulatory alignment and assist with the development of corrective actions for identified deficiencies.
• Serve as a liaison to PHMSA and applicable state pipeline safety regulatory agencies to facilitate pipeline safety inspections, investigations, and audits
• Assist with the preparation and submission of required regulatory reports in accordance with Federal and state regulations.
• Ensure that recurring scheduled maintenance is completed and documented on a timely basis 
• Review external state and federal agency audit findings and provide recommendations for internal procedures and/or compliance manuals
• Ensure all work is completed in compliance with Company standards, procedures, regulatory, and Company tariff requirements
• Communicate regularly with Operations and Engineering teams to address potential areas of risk, provide guidance, and offer expertise on local or federal regulatory codes
• Provide oral and written communication of activities to appropriate personnel 
• Additional responsibilities as assigned

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education, training, work experience
• 2-5 years of experience in pipeline compliance
• Experience and proficiency with managing and organizing documentation and records
• Self-motivated requiring minimal supervision
• Possess written and verbal communication and presentation skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of DOT regulations; including, but not limited to, 49 CFR 191, 192, 195, and 199.
• Knowledge of Texas Railroad Commission regulations; including but not limited to, 16 TAC Chapters 3, 7 and 8

Benefits: This position is located in Austin or Houston, Texas and is an in-office position.  Selected candidate is eligible for employer matched 401(k), medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D insurances and other benefit offerings.

Job Summary

This position will provide operational support, troubleshooting, process optimization, programming and Human Machine Interface (HMI) support on natural gas pipelines, NGL pipelines and associated compressor stations. This position will be based out of the Houston, TX office.

Position Functions:

• Maintain, install and troubleshoot issues with process control software including pipeline equipment such as programmable logic controllers (PLCs), remote terminal units (RTUs), and human machine interface (HMI) equipment.
• Improve long-term PLC equipment reliability and support the implementation process of PLC automation technology strategies
• Design and participate in the construction of control systems throughout the pipeline
• Support the installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of all pipeline automation equipment
• Supervise and inspect 3^rd party contract labor used to construct or improve automation systems
• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships with various providers such as automation technology service providers and PLC control system providers
• Review bids, specifications and approval documentation for each project and manage the process from design though implementation
• Comply with safety, reliability, and cost effectiveness of technology used to meet business requirements
• Stay current with automation control best practices and interpreting industry regulations applicable to WhiteWater Midstream policies and standards, identify changes in codes and standards and propose new developments in automation
• Correct system hazards, analyze malfunctioning systems and identify safe, cost-effective solutions to resolve inefficient operations

Requirements:

• Technical Degree/Associates Degree in Instrumentation, Electronic Communications or Industrial Electronics, or equivalent
• At least 5 years of related experience in program development or troubleshooting all Allen Bradley PLC software platforms
• Familiar with AB CompactLogic, AB ControlLogic and Fisher ROC RTU.
• Must have communication experience with cellular, satellite, Modbus and SCADA.
• Must possess valid driver’s license and meet company insurability requirements
• Must have the ability to troubleshoot and repair AC and DC electrical circuits
• Maintain compliance with WWM’s drug and alcohol program
• Expert level understanding and demonstrated ability to program and/or configure automation technology such as: sensors, PID loop control, data communications, and other electrical machines, preferred
• Knowledge of Pipeline & Terminal business processes and equipment such as mainline motors and engines, pipeline flow measurement equipment, and tank level measurement equipment, preferred
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays and respond to call outs and emergencies
• Ability to work in changing climate conditions and capable of working in tight spaces, climbing to and working from elevated platforms, ladders, walkways, etc.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to work with a team and take direction from supervisors, fluency in English is required

Benefits:

Selected candidate is eligible for employer matched 401(k), medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D insurances and other benefit offerings.