Mechanical Integrity Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY:

The role of the Mechanical Integrity Specialist (MIS) is responsible for managing, planning, budgeting, scheduling, forecasting, cost management, optimization, project scoping, and QA/QC of fixed equipment inspections for assigned facilities. The MIS shall also provide technical guidance, support, and program development as MI/API Subject Matter Expert (SME) in areas of Mechanical Integrity (MI) to better ensure overall facility safety, compliance, and equipment reliability. This includes support, development, improvement, and interpretation of the corporate MI program and its initiatives, practices, policies, and procedures. The MIS will also serve as an SME in the fixed and rotating equipment inspection and maintenance practices, their application and management within Targa. The MIS will also participate and support internal/external MI related audits, risk surveys, PHAs. The MIS shall be responsible for providing support and/or coordination in matters of MI related codes and regulations, equipment defects, and repairs.

JOB FUNCTIONS AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist Operations with management of their MI program including monitoring, inspection scheduling, inspection Scopes of Work (SOW), project bids, assets health, inspection QA/QC, and IDMS management.
• Manage inspections on piping circuits / vessels as needed and recommend and approve repairs.
• Assist in developing and implementing inspection programs to maximize the on-stream time of major equipment.
• Guide operations, Technical Services, and Process Engineering in consideration of changes that will enhance Mechanical Integrity and reliability.
• Participate and support internal/external MI related audits, risk surveys, PHAs.
• Assist with root cause failure analysis studies to determine failure modes.
• Assist with degradation mechanism identification and analysis as part of routine inspection recommendations and developing RBI programs.
• Maintain and communicate current code, regulatory requirements, and RAGEGEP pertaining MI.
• Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.
• Properly use and complete company job-related forms and paperwork.
• Participate in the development & execution of Mechanical Integrity and Reliability programs.
• Communicate and deal with vendors and other parties in such a manner as to benefit the professional reputation of the company.
• Ability to interpret and evaluate inspection results.
• Ability to support, develop and improve the mechanical integrity inspection program.
• Participate in development of corporate MI policies, guidelines, procedures and training.
• Be an advocate and influencer for MI cultural development.
• Ability to lead and coach others to enhance the performance effectiveness of day-to-day inspection activities in a multifunctional organization.
• Routine duties include gathering equipment data and information in the field.
• Travel to areas within region where work is active
• Review internal and external visual inspections including non-destructive testing; recording data and information to assure equipment histories are current; analyzing inspection findings and developing recommendations; and preparing API 510 and 570 inspection reports for engineering and operations review.
• Perform/review basic calculations using corrosion data to determine inspection schedules and equipment/piping remaining life.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license to include a safe driving record satisfactory to the company
• Project management experience.
• Must be able to learn, understand, and apply new technologies.
• Experience working with Integrity Data Management Systems (IDMS).
• Technically competent with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Experience at working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment is essential.
• Can conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to work autonomously following direction, policies, or procedures. Ability to use analytical and decision-making skills to recommend options and resolve problems in a variety of contexts.
• Persuasive, encouraging, and motivating (in communications with others including company employees and contract workers).
• Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including upper management, clients, and other departments.
• Strong written/oral communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to act as a resource for providing customer service in a courteous manner and work effectively with diverse groups of people at various levels within an organization.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment is crucial.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICTIONS:

• Bachelor's of Science Degree
• API 510/API 570 Certification
• Willing to work overtime.
• Organizational skills sufficient to prioritize work and complete assignments accurately, either independently or as part of a team, under the pressure of completing deadlines with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to read P&IDs efficiently. Ability to read and develop isometric drawings of both piping systems and pressure vessels.
• Possess or acquire the certification to operate a man lift and or jig lift
• Working knowledge of pipeline and plant and industry codes & standards, including OSHA , ASME Sct VIII, ASME B31.3/8 and API 510/570
• Ability to perform audits on ASME Sect. IX and API 1104 welding procedures from vendors

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Travel up to 25% (less than 10% typical)
• Must be able to lift 50lbs

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

Targa Resources provides equal employment opportunities based on merit, experience, and other work-related criteria and without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We also strive to provide reasonable accommodation to employees' beliefs and practices that do not conflict with Targa's policies and applicable law. We value the unique contributions that every employee brings to their role with Targa.