Corrosion Subject Matter Experts

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION
Summary
CNS is seeking highly qualified Corrosion Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to study independent scientific review of the draft technical Corrosion Mitigation for Buried Metallic Water Pipe. The goal of this review is to provide expert insight and recommendations to help guide corrosion prevention strategies for critical water infrastructure projects.

Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position will perform the following key responsibilities:

• Participate in a virtual kickoff meeting with staff to review the project scope and materials

• Conduct an independent scientific review of documents against current corrosion control industry standards

• Evaluate the technical soundness of soil corrosivity criteria, projected pipe service life, and life cycle cost estimates

• Consider public comments as part of the review process

• Contribute findings to a consolidated report, including responses to specific review questions and expert recommendations

• Ensure that all review comments are clear, scientifically grounded, and consistent with industry best practices

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

Contractor Requirements

• Minimum of five years' experience managing independent technical or scientific reviews

• Proven completion of at least three similar engineering or science review projects

• Demonstrated ability to manage technical review teams and deliver consolidated findings

Subject Matter Expert (SME) Requirements
Each SME must have:

• A minimum of 25 years of professional engineering experience

• A degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program

• Deep knowledge of corrosion standards (e.g., NACE SP0169)

• Recent and direct experience in corrosion control for buried metallic water pipe systems

• Professional experience in water infrastructure applications

Each SME must hold at least one of the following credentials:

• A current Professional Engineering (P.E.) license

• A Ph.D. in engineering

• NACE Cathodic Protection Specialist (CP4) certification

SMEs will be selected from the following categories:

• Category 1: Water utility representative with at least 15 years of corrosion control experience

• Category 2: Consultant with at least 15 years of corrosion control design experience

• Category 3: Academic professor with at least 15 years of corrosion science experience

Work Environment
This job is conducted remotely. The role requires computer access and the ability to review technical documents and digital materials.

Physical Demands
The physical demands are minimal and typical of remote or office-based professional work. Employees must be able to read, analyze, and provide detailed written feedback on complex engineering content.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a part-time, contract position. Work hours are flexible, with deliverables due according to project timelines established at contract start.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired must verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States. A non-disclosure agreement (NDA) is required due to the sensitivity of materials.

AAP/EEO Statement
CNS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. CNS complies with all applicable federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws.

CNS prohibits workplace harassment based on race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, or any protected characteristic.

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover all activities or responsibilities. Tasks and expectations may be modified with or without notice.