Pipeline Integrity Specialist

Pipeline Integrity Specialist – MAOP / TVC Compliance

Location: Houston, TX 
Type: Contract + full benefits
Pay: $50–$60/hour

Position Overview

We are seeking a Pipeline Integrity Specialist to support natural gas pipeline safety, regulatory compliance, and Maximum Allowable Operating Pressure (MAOP) reconfirmation projects.

This position focuses on researching and technically evaluating pipeline records, verifying Traceable, Verifiable, and Complete (TVC) documentation, identifying compliance gaps, and developing project scopes and work packages.

Candidates with experience in pipeline safety, engineering records evaluation, pipeline integrity, or piping design and drafting are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Research, review, and technically evaluate pipeline engineering records, construction drawings, material specifications, and hydrostatic pressure test documentation.
• Assess pipeline records for Traceable, Verifiable, and Complete (TVC) requirements to support MAOP reconfirmation and DOT/PHMSA compliance.
• Interpret pipe specifications, wall thickness, yield strength, pressure test charts, and historical test data to identify compliance gaps.
• Determine whether existing records support compliance or whether additional testing, verification, or field examination is required.
• Develop site-specific project scopes, technical work packages, and documentation for pipeline reconfirmation projects.
• Support project planning, cost estimates, contractor proposals, and budget development.
• Coordinate with pipeline safety, engineering, GIS, records management, and construction teams.
• Maintain accurate pipeline records, asset information, and compliance documentation.

Qualifications

• Experience with natural gas pipeline safety, pipeline integrity, pipeline engineering, or technical pipeline records evaluation.
• Ability to interpret pipeline engineering drawings, material records, or hydrostatic pressure test documentation.
• Knowledge of MAOP, TVC records, DOT/PHMSA compliance, or pipeline safety regulations strongly preferred.
• Experience evaluating technical records and identifying missing or incomplete engineering information.
• Pipeline drafting, piping design, GIS, project scoping, or work package development experience is beneficial.
• Familiarity with electronic document management systems and Microsoft Office.