Petroleum Scientist 1, 2, or 3 (Enforcement)

About the role

The Office of Enforcement (OENF) ensures regulatory compliance and protects public and environmental interests through rigorous inspection programs, timely enforcement actions, and transparent oversight. Key responsibilities include:

Responsibilities

• Inspect and regulate Louisiana's intrastate pipeline facilities to ensure compliance with state and federal safety standards.
• Perform highly technical inspections evaluating engineering principles related to pipeline construction, operation, maintenance, integrity management, and abandonment.
• Review and evaluate operator's application of engineering principles and risk analysis methods for compliance with regulations.
• Conduct on-site inspections of complex jurisdictional gas and hazardous liquid pipeline systems and related facilities.
• Perform exit interviews and provide guidance to facility personnel during inspections and exit interviews.
• Provide safety expertise/assistance to pipeline owners/operators, including audits of operations and maintenance procedures, emergency procedures, construction procedures, and drug and alcohol program procedures.
• Maintain inspector qualification through attendance of PHMSA training.
• Keep abreast of changes to assigned operators' physical facilities and operational status.
• Prepare reports requested by the department, office, or other agencies.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in a geoscience field or engineering.

Qualifications

Job Specification:

• The official job specifications can be found here.

Skills

Skills Required:

• Knowledge of engineering principles related to pipeline construction, operation, maintenance, integrity management, and abandonment.
• Ability to conduct highly technical inspections and evaluations of pipeline systems and facilities.
• Proficiency in reviewing and evaluating operator's application of engineering principles and risk analysis methods.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with facility personnel and provide guidance.
• Ability to maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry best practices.

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

Salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

Schedule

Work hours are flexible.