PODS (Pipeline Open Database Standard) Analyst

PODS (Pipeline Open Database Standard) Analyst

Location: Hybrid - downtown Houston, TX (Monday-Wednesday onsite, Thursday-Friday remote),

Long-term contract

One of the country's largest energy infrastructure companies is searching for a Pipeline As-Built Data Specialist to join their Asset Data Management team on a hybrid basis. In this role you will play a critical part in maintaining the integrity and regulatory compliance of essential pipeline networks across North America by transforming complex engineering drawings into high-accuracy database records. You will drive operational safety and data modernization forward in an environment where your technical expertise directly impacts large-scale infrastructure systems.

Responsibilities

• Review, interpret, and validate source engineering records, including redlines, alignment sheets, survey files, mill test reports (MTRs), hydrostatic pressure test reports, coating specifications, and ILI datasets.
• Accurately validate and enter linear pipeline asset attributes and historical records into tabular PODS (Pipeline Open Database Standard) database structures.
• Execute SQL consistency checks and quality audits to identify data gaps, resolve conflicting stationing or pipe properties, and verify data integrity.
• Cross-reference CAD drafting markups and GIS layers against relational database records to ensure full material traceability.
• Collaborate closely with data team leads, GIS analysts, and pipeline engineers to resolve technical documentation discrepancies and optimize data workflows.

Skills & Experience

• Associate degree in CAD Drafting, GIS, Engineering Technology, or equivalent industry experience (Bachelor degree preferred).
• 5+ years of dedicated pipeline as-built data validation, pipeline CAD drafting, or linear pipeline database maintenance experience (e.g., PODS, UPDM, APDM, or ISAT).
• Direct prior experience working within tabular PODS database environments.
• Strong track record of reading and interpreting complex engineering drawings, construction redlines, survey documents, and technical pipeline specifications.
• Practical proficiency utilizing ESRI ArcGIS (ArcMap or ArcGIS Pro) to view, reference, and verify spatial alignments.
• Strong capabilities in Microsoft Excel (lookups, advanced filtering) and Microsoft Access or SQL query tools for tabular data manipulation.
• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to work independently in a heads-down, production-focused capacity.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills to coordinate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in GIS, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience working with enterprise-level ESRI GIS geodatabases within the energy sector.

Available benefits:

• Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
• Dental & Orthodontic Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.