Tank Integrity Engineer

This position provides support for the Manager of Engineering, Tank Integrity. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, managing tank seal inspections, managing in-service API 653 inspections, managing a program to set tank levels of concern, responding to regulatory audits, and supporting tank repairs and construction managed by others. Other activities may include developing or revising internal procedures, specifications, and standards related to above-ground storage tanks, confirming compliance with regular requirements for inspection, drawing review, failure analysis, and documentation.

The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of API 650, API 653, API 2350, and related standards. The individual should exhibit professionalism, tact, and strong interpersonal skills while collaborating with individuals of varying backgrounds and expertise. They should possess project management skills used in developing basic project documents such as project scope, schedule, budget forecasting, and cost tracking/analysis. The candidate must be capable of communicating this information using well-developed written and verbal skills.

It is expected that the candidate is or will become familiar in other aspects of liquid facility operations and management to include, but not limited to: pumps; valves; cathodic protection; corrosion control; coatings and linings; liquid measurement; product quality; and fire protection.

Daily activities may include:

• Utilize Maximo/TIMS database to ensure compliance dates are met, including but not limited to API 653 internal and external inspections, roof seal inspections, and others as required by federal, state or local jurisdictions.
• Provide support, review and necessary verification of Ops Info/CAM tasks and notifications as required to maintain compliance and close out tank related assignments prior to deadlines.
• Maintain data in tank database, and prepare reports as needed for budgeting, planning, and analysis.
• Support portions of larger capital projects requiring new tank construction per API 650 and/or significant tank upgrades.
• Provide technical support and documentation for audits of tank assets, including internal, PHMSA, state, and local audits.
• Develop and review future year budget lists.
• Provide accurate monthly project cash flow forecasts.
• Provide leadership and direction to project team that may be comprised of internal and external service providers including but not limited to Project Managers, Operations, and Environmental Engineers
• Provide or direct the appropriate level of project documentation during the project and following completion to assure compliance with Corporate, Federal, State and other governing bodies policies
• Prepare and deliver presentations that communicate project proposals, descriptions and status to upper management.
• Communicate with Management on goals and objectives.
• Ensure ongoing improvement through evaluation of current processes.
• Perform various engineering calculations and field verifications of new and existing tank levels, operational procedures and maintenance procedures.
• Serve as an OSG resource on tank operational level setting, consistent tank repairs, policies, and procedures.
• Participate in tank incident investigations and serve as the OSG lead for specific types of incidents, specifically tank releases or overfills, including the investigation process and regular follow up on specific corrective action plans.
• Develop and/or update, as necessary, any tank or liquid operations programs, policies, procedures, training programs, etc.
• Provide technical support, training, and guidance in areas of expertise to other departments and terminals as directed by the Manager of Engineering.
• Interact closely with field Regional Engineering and EH&S Staff as well as members of field operations, maintenance, and other company personnel as required.
• Assist with the implementation and execution of training programs to increase both technical and operational tank and liquid expertise in the field.
• Travel is required and anticipated as up to 25 percent across a broad geographic region.
• Other duties may be assigned by the Manager of Engineering.