Geotechnical Technologist Jobs

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Department: Geotechnical Area

Overview

The role of Pembina’s Technical Services Unit (TSU) is to provide technical expertise and consistency across all of Pembina’s Business Units (BU) which involves the development and governance of standards, specifications, and procedures. TSU works in conjunction with other Service Units to support the business objectives and operational requirements of the BUs.

TSU is currently seeking a Geotechnical Technologist. On behalf of Pembina’s BUs, TSU manages a comprehensive integrity management program, which includes facility integrity, pipeline integrity, technical services, geotechnical, Project Management Office (PMO) and Safety Security and Emergency Response.

As a key contributing member of the team, the Geotechnical Technologist is responsible for technical analysis of in-line inspection (ILI) inertial measurement unit (IMU) data for Pembina’s 15 000 km of managed pipelines in the Western Sedimentary Basin, Rocky Mountains and Interior Plateau of British Columbia.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities for obtaining 3rd party raw IMU data, bending strain and movement reports;
• Coordinate maintenance and continuous improvement of tools for plotting raw IMU data;
• Maintain ILI IMU feature library;
• Direct 3rd party vendor bending strain reviews for Pembina’s ILI IMU program;
• Screen, review, and classification of bending strains and pipeline movements identified in 3rd party reports;
• Liaise with the Pipeline Integrity team and 3rd party ILI vendors to provide ILI and pipeline integrity subject matter expertise; and
• Review and input into the ILI IMU program;
• Plot and analyze raw IMU data for individual geohazards;
• Participate and support an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace.
• Special projects as directed by the Geotechnical Supervisor;
• Maintenance of the pipeline integrity tracking system (PITS) ILI IMU database;

Job Qualifications

• Air photo/orthophoto/LiDAR terrain analysis;
• Demonstrated industry experience with ILI IMU;
• Valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s license.
• Willing to travel throughout Pembina’s pipeline asset locations several days per year; and
• Working knowledge of industry best practices, codes, standards and regulations in Canada and USA;
• Pipeline Geotechnique;
• Landslide/geohazard assessments;
• Beneficial to have a working knowledge of:
• Hydrotechnical assessments;
• Demonstrate critical analytical and strong written and verbal communication skills;
• 5-10 years of experience;
• Pipeline In-line Inspection data (IMU, GEO);
• Ground monitoring technologies such as surveys, slope inclinometers, and remote-sending instrumentation (SAA, GNSS);
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently given appropriate guidance, and able to prioritize multiple tasks on tight deadlines;
• Experience in landslide, or geohazard related fields a benefit;

We offer competitive compensation; including base plus incentive bonus, pension & savings plans, health benefits, employee development programs to support personal development and career progression and, a hybrid work arrangement, in an environment that is equitable, diverse, and inclusive.

Final candidate will be required to undergo Pre-Employment Background Checks including a Criminal Record Check.

This position will be posted until end of day: 06/12/2023.

No agency calls please.

Pembina Pipeline Corporation is committed to diversity, equal opportunity and ensuring that our employees have the ability to thrive in an inclusive environment. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, veteran status, Indigenous status, national origin, age, disability or any other legally-protected factors. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request during the recruitment process.

For more than 65 years, Pembina has safely and reliably served North America’s energy industry, delivering oil, natural gas and natural gas liquids production to North American markets.

Powering Pembina's growth are our smart, creative and energetic people who allow us to remain a disciplined and responsible energy transportation and service provider and a trusted member in our communities.

Our expectations are high and our rewards reflect this: We treat our people well – whether it’s through our compensation package, community engagement or volunteer opportunities.

Pembina provides everything you could want in an employer. We are a proud recipient of Canada’s Top 100 Employers (2018-2022), Alberta's Top Employers (2014-2022) and an Employer Partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion. We are also a strong supporter of Skills Canada.