• Welding and Materials Supervisor

    Boardwalk Pipeline Partners (Houston, TX)


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    Boardwalk is a limited partnership operating in the midstream portion of the natural gas and natural gas liquids industry, providing transportation and storage services for our customers. Our 14,000 miles of pipeline and storage assets provide diverse market connectivity to producers and end-users who need reliable sources of natural gas for power generation, home heating or petrochemical feedstocks. We have the experience, knowledge, and flexibility to design service offerings and create system enhancements tailored to our customers’ needs throughout the 13 states in which we operate. As an organization focused on sustainability, we are committed to protecting the environment while delivering this energy source. This commitment is made to our customers, employees, and the communities in which we operate. We incorporate environmental stewardship, safety, and compliance into our day-to-day operations and seek to strengthen and support the communities we serve. Additional information about the company can be found online at www.bwpipelines.com .

     

    We are currently looking for a Welding and Materials Supervisor for our Houston, TX or Owensboro, KY location.

    POSITION DESCRIPTION:

    This position is responsible for supervising the Welding and Materials functions within Asset Integrity to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant construction and maintenance activities across BWP’s pipeline system. The role provides technical leadership for welding procedures, material selection, material verification, material approvals during purchasing, and compliance with federal and industry standards. The position represents the company in a professional capacity and oversees engineering support, analysis, and documentation related to welding and materials.

    Primary responsibilities include oversight of:

    + Welding procedure development, qualification, and approval (WPS, PQR, WPQ)

    + Consumable selection and storage oversight

    + Pipeline material selection and conformance with company specifications

    + Approved Material List (AML) governance

    + Material Test Report (MTR) reviews and traceability verification

    + 49 CFR 192 and 195 material requirements

    + 49 CFR 192 Subpart E & Subpart M welding compliance

    + 49 CFR 195 welding and material specifications

    + Material verification program (TVC) alignment with Mega Rule requirements

    + Supporting internal and external stakeholders on welding and material issues

    + NCR (Non-Conformance Report) evaluation and resolution

    + Auditing of field welding practices and material documentation

    + Technical support for failure analysis involving welds or materials

    + Vendor qualification for welding services and material supply

    REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE:

    + Ability to interpret and apply 49 CFR 192 and 195 welding and material regulations

    + Strong knowledge of ASME, API 5L, API 1104, AWS D1.1, and related industry codes

    + Ability to read and interpret Material Test Reports (MTRs) and mill certificates

    + Experience with welding procedure qualification, welder qualification, and weld inspection

    + Strong understanding of pipeline steels, material properties, and defect behavior

    + Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities

    + Excellent written and verbal communication skills

    + Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

    + Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

    + Ability to travel up to 20% and work in varied field environments

    + Ability to teach and communicate complex technical concepts to non-experts

    PREFERRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE:

    + Prior hands-on experience in pipeline welding or inspection

    + Experience implementing or managing an Approved Material List (AML)

    + Experience developing or reviewing welding procedures and supporting documentation

    + CWI or SCWI certification

    + NACE / AMPP materials or metallurgy certification

    + Experience supporting PHMSA and state pipeline regulators, or industry audits

    + Prior supervisory or team-lead responsibilities

    + Experience in failure analysis and metallurgical evaluation

    REQUIRED EDUCATION:

    + BS in Engineering or Materials Science

    PREFFERED EDUCATION:

    + Masters Degree and / or P.E.

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

    Boardwalk Pipelines, LP, maintains a drug-free workplace and will require pre-employment drug & substance abuse testing before hiring.

     

    Boardwalk Pipelines, LP, is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

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    Pay Type Salary