Meet the Team
Rhett Dotson
Chief Engineer | LinkedIn
Rhett is a professional engineer with over 15 years of experience in the pipeline industry. Rhett has expertise in helping operators use data collected from in-line inspection, analysis, and full-scale testing to manage the threats associated with mechanical damage, weather and outside forces, and vintage pipe materials. Rhett has authored numerous publications addressing dent assessments, bending strain, and specialized numerical analyses.
Christopher De Leon
Director and Principal Consultant | LinkedIn
For more than 17 years, Christopher has specialized in Pipeline Integrity and ILI technology. His expertise is in helping pipeline operators and technology companies leverage and address challenges associated with in-line inspections, integrity assessments, augmenting integrity management procedures, and regulatory compliance. Christopher is an active industry participant at PPIM, AGA, PRCI, and numerous standards/best practice committees.
Nicki Robertson
General Manager and Pipeline Engineer Canada | LinkedIn
Nicki Robertson, PhD, P.Eng., is a professional engineer with over 15 years of experience in pipeline integrity across research, consulting, and operations. Her expertise is in integrity management programs, engineering assessments, pressure testing, and program integration, including design and construction, as well as acquisitions and divestitures. Nicki is dedicated to advancing pipeline safety and shares her knowledge through CSA Code Committees and industry conferences.
Ben Hanson
Sr. Pipeline Integrity Engineer | LinkedIn
In Ben’s 18+ years of experience in the oil and gas industry, he has worked with both operators and consultants to transform data into valuable insights for pipeline integrity management programs. As a senior engineer at D2 Integrity, he works closely with clients to effectively communicate integrity management recommendations for operators and analyze ILI technologies.
Kim Maddin
Principal Engineer | LinkedIn
Kim Maddin brings over 18 years of expertise in the midstream pipeline industry, with a diverse background spanning regulatory, consulting, and operational roles. Her career includes roles at the Canada Energy Regulator, as a consultant, and most recently, as a pipeline operator. Kim has led a wide range of technical and strategic initiatives, including fitness-for-service engineering assessments, class location assessments, incident investigations and root cause analyses, risk assessments, regulatory audits, and the development of comprehensive pipeline integrity management programs.
Cassie Ruminiski
ILI Technical Specialist | LinkedIn
Cassie has more than 8 years of experience in the ILI and pipeline integrity industry. In her previous role, she was a Level 3 data analyst and software product owner. At D2 Integrity, she works to transform ILI data into actionable insights through pipeline integrity assessments for our clients. Cassie is an ILI SME.
Rob Greene
ILI Technical Specialist
Rob has more than 10 years of experience in the ILI and pipeline integrity industry. In a previous role, he was a Level 2 data analyst and field engineer. He has significant experience in data integration and process management. At D2 Integrity, he is a team lead and applies this experience to deliver best in class pipeline integrity assessments. Rob is a Dent Assessment SME.
Justin Healy
ILI Technical Specialist | LinkedIn
Justin has more than 15 years of experience in the ILI and pipeline integrity industry. In his previous role, he was a Level 3 data analyst. At D2 Integrity, he is a team lead and leverages his skill sets to deliver best in class pipeline integrity assessments. Justin is an IMU and Bending Strain SME.
Gordon Cannard
Developer | LinkedIn
Gordon crafts automated solutions to real-world problems. His extensive experience in geomatics, GIS, and engineering enables him to develop innovative applications that seamlessly integrate and visualize diverse data sets.
Angel D Ortiz
ILI Specialist| LinkedIn
Angel has more than 10 years of experience in the ILI and pipeline integrity industry. In his previous role, he was a Level 3 data analyst. Angel has significant experience in ILI data analysis processes and training. At D2 Integrity, he brings a deep understanding of data-driven insights and problem-solving skills to his role in completing pipeline integrity assessments. Angel is an ILI SME.
Alec bagby
Associate Pipeline Integrity Engineer | LinkedIn
Alec Bagby is an Associate Pipeline Integrity Engineer with a master’s in mechanical engineering from Texas A&M. He specializes in integrity assessments, focusing on geometry analysis using finite element methods to ensure pipeline safety and performance.
Aaron Dyson
Associate Pipeline Integrity Engineer | LinkedIn
Aaron Dyson is an Associate Pipeline Integrity Engineer and a graduate of Texas A&M University with a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering. He specializes in integrity assessments, using finite element analysis to assess the operational safety of a pipeline system.
Christian Carcamo
ILI Specialist | LinkedIn
Christian has more than 20 years of experience in the ILI and pipeline integrity industry. In his previous role, he was a Level 3 data analyst. He has significant experience in ILI software and algorithm development, process improvement, performance validation, and training. At D2 Integrity, he applies this experience to deliver best in class pipeline integrity assessments. Christian is an ILI SME.
Liam Hagel
Sr. Pipeline Integrity Engineer | LinkedIn
Liam Hagel, M.Eng., P.Eng., brings over 13 years of engineering experience in the energy industry, working in both pipeline operating and consulting environments. His experience includes structural strain and deformation assessments, with a focus on deformation features interacting with girth welds, seam welds, metal loss, and other integrity threats. Liam has extensive experience with finite element analysis and strain-based design. He holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in mechanical engineering from the University of Calgary and has contributed to several industry publications.
Corina Blaga
Senior Integrity Specialist | LinkedIn
Corina Blaga brings more than 20 years of pipeline integrity experience across operating and consulting environments. Her expertise includes ILI analysis and validation, verification digs, risk assessment, regulatory compliance, and the development of integrity management documentation. Corina applies her broad technical experience to help operators interpret integrity data and make practical, well-supported integrity management decisions.