Cathodic Protection Engineer IV (P351)

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Cathodic Protection Engineer IV (P351)

Apply locations Fort Worth, TX time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id JR100069

Job Description Summary :

Salary : $87,235.20 - $130,832.00 annually

The level IV Cathodic Protection Engineer applies a broad knowledge of cathodic protection principles and practices and District Engineering Department standards and skills. The level IV Cathodic Protection Engineer uses independent evaluation and collaboration techniques to effectively function on teams of engineers, field technicians, operations staff, and others. The Cathodic Protection Engineer IV works as a cathodic protection (CP) designer, oversees the CP design of elements, and manages multiple projects of moderate size or portions of major projects regarding corrosion control. The Cathodic Protection Engineer IV will make decisions and help direct measures to be taken to control corrosion of the District's critical water supply and pipeline infrastructure. The Cathodic Protection Engineer IV will provide mature judgment in planning, organizing, and guiding the District's extensive CP program.

Job Description

Essential Functions and Responsibilities :

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this position.

• Designs a complete cathodic protection (CP) project, system, component, or process
• Works in coordination with CP field staff to troubleshoot, including design, research and development, and construction. Helps formulate a CP plan of action based off latest test data with engineering field technicians.
• Provides guidance and recommendations to operations CP team and engineering techs in the field
• Directs recommendations for CP improvements and forensics to evaluate distressed and failed pipeline segments to determine cause and follow up action steps
• Ensures CP data being collected in the field is being quality checked and transmitted to the GIS and SharePoint platforms in coordination with the Infrastructure Integrity Manager
• Helps organize ongoing cathodic protection data and contributes to analysis of results for ongoing optimization of the CP system
• Oversees all phases of Engineering department CP projects, including contracting, review and comment on cathodic protection requirements during design and implementation of new projects, and coordinates work with other departments during pipeline-related projects
• Prepares / directs preparation of complete cathodic protection project documents as required
• Functions as an Assistant Project Manager or Project Manager to assign tasks to and direct engineers, technicians, and administrative staff on project work
• Prepares scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments
• Assists with development of proposals to procure professional services from a vendor
• Assists with development of business cases to obtain funding for future engineering projects as part of the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) process
• Designs and conducts experiments / studies and analyzes and interprets data
• Develops / documents SOPs and methodologies for improved asset management purposes with the engineering field technicians and operations input (e.g., spillway gate CP readings SOP)
• Works in coordination with the Infrastructure Integrity Manager to maintain the Horizontal Asset Management Plan's (HAMP) cathodic protection sections and ensure its implementation
• Works with pipeline integrity group to perform pipeline and other horizontal assets distress identification / failure analysis / condition assessment, making recommendations for mitigation if necessary
• Keep abreast of emerging trends, industry standards, and best practices within the cathodic protection community of practice / knowledge and apply them appropriately within TRWD
• Files and organizes records within the department, including analyzing CP data, writing memos, documenting photos, observations, and CP as-built drawings
• Utilizes Microsoft Office (word, excel, etc.) and other software packages such as Esri ArcGIS and PowerBI to perform cathodic protection engineering duties
• Maintain familiarity with strategic District levels of service
• Continuous improvement monitoring and innovation efforts
• Perform other duties as required

Required Experience :

Desired Experience :

Required Education / Certification / License :

Desired Education / Certification / License :

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Success Factors / Job Competencies :

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must be physically able to walk, climb ladders and be mobile to survey District facilities, including the interior of TRWD's water conveyance pipelines

Welcome!

At TRWD, we pride ourselves on the sustainability we bring to our clients, communities, and employees. Their accomplishments drive our dedication to raw water supply and public safety. Each team member is encouraged to explore their talents and grow their strengths

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