What are the responsibilities and job description for the CP Specialist position at WBI ENERGY MIDSTREAM?
GENERAL SUMMARY
Responsible for placing safety as #1 priority in day to day work routine for self and others. Acts as Cathodic Protection (CP) subject matter expert for Construction and Survey Groups. Oversees and reviews complex Cathodic Protection System testing and writes reports based on data obtained. Designs cathodic protection systems for a variety of industry applications.
JOB CRITERIA
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
* Must possess a working knowledge of technical procedures at a level normally acquired through the completion of a bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field or equivalent experience; and
* Six years of progressively responsible experience in cathodic protection or corrosion control field, preferably in pipeline corrosion control; and
* National Association of Corrosion Engineer (NACE) CP Level 4 or NACE Corrosion Specialist certification; or
* NACE CP 3 and 4 years of design experience.
KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
* Excellent human relations, and verbal and written communication skills.
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Strong project management and organizational skills with demonstrated proficiency in documentation.
* Ability to perform math calculations (algebra, fractions, and conversions).
* Demonstrated knowledge of rectifier and ground bed installation.
* Ability to work with details and a high degree of accuracy.
* Working knowledge of Microsoft office suite applications and Mobile applications.
* Must have the ability to effectively interact with others to secure cooperation and support.
* Requires a self-motivated, innovative, resourceful individual with a results-oriented approach to work.
* Understands the concept of current distribution and be able to determine ideal current distribution for a cathodic protection system.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
* Must take all measures necessary to protect networks, devices, programs and data from cyber-attack, damage or unauthorized access.
* Required to maintain a valid driver’s license.
* Requires travel: Minimal (up to 30%).
* May be subject to the Company’s DOT Substance Abuse Testing Program.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Provides technical support to managers.
2. Designs complete cathodic protection systems in a variety of industry applications including water tanks, above ground and underground storage tanks, and pipelines. Applies new technologies to existing cathodic protection programs.
3. Oversees and reviews complex cathodic protection testing using appropriate measurement techniques to monitor performance. Accurately interprets the data collected to ensure system performance.
4. Oversees, conducts, and documents interference tests where stray currents are suspected to determine if interference exists and identify the source of the interference. Upon determination of interference, identify and implement a method of control that will mitigate the effects of the stray current.
5. Performs corrosion analysis.
6. Manages and directs field tests.
7. Provides formal training on basic and advanced cathodic protection concepts to corrosion technicians and construction foremen.
8. Determines if corrections/modifications to system components are necessary. Identifies errors in data collection and cathodic protection measurements including contact resistance errors, voltage drop errors and reference electrode errors.
9. Participates in marketing efforts and tradeshows, searches for new jobs to bid, attends pre-bid walkthrough meetings.
10. Manages our CP solar design, sales, and marketing efforts.
11. Works safely and contributes to a safe and positive work environment.
12. Maintains knowledge of Company standards and government regulations to assure facilities meet the requirements.
13. Performs other tasks and special projects as assigned.
