Cassandra K. Moody, M.S., P.E.
Cassandra K. Moody, M.S., P.E., is a Houston, Texas–based pipeline integrity expert, entrepreneur, and founder of Time For Change, LLC. She specializes in safeguarding pipeline and facility operations through her proprietary “Return on INTEGRITY” framework, which helps operators optimize integrity budgets while maintaining regulatory compliance, safety, and operational reliability. Through her consulting practice, she supports energy companies in transforming reactive integrity management programs into streamlined, value-driven engineering systems that improve both performance and return on investment.
With nearly two decades of experience in the oil and gas sector, she has held key engineering roles including senior operations and pipeline engineering positions at Harvest Pipeline / Hilcorp Energy Company. Her work has spanned pipeline design, integrity management, regulatory compliance, risk assessment, and project execution across complex midstream systems. She is also experienced in expert witness services and has contributed to industry discussions and studies shaping pipeline safety and operational standards. She holds advanced degrees, including a Master of Science in Environmental Engineering from University of Houston and undergraduate studies from Texas A&M University.
Beyond her technical leadership, Moody is a consultant, coach, and advocate for professional women in engineering and technical fields. She applies a structured ADD approach—Assess, Design, and Do—to help organizations and individuals implement sustainable improvements. She is also active in mentoring early-career engineers and speaking on work-life balance, leadership, and integrity-driven success. In addition, she is an author and contributor to business and women-in-leadership publications, reflecting her broader mission of combining engineering excellence with personal growth, ethical leadership, and purposeful impact.
• Professional Engineer (PE)
• Women Owned Small Business
• Historically Underutilized Business (HUB)
• Texas Professional Engineer, Mechanical
• University of Houston - M.S.
• Young Pipeline Professionals, USA
• Society of Women Engineers
• Society of Mechanical Engineers
• Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to consistently upholding a core value of integrity—doing the right thing, even when it is difficult. This principle has guided my decisions and actions throughout my career, helping me build trust and maintain strong professional relationships. Additionally, my faith and family provide a strong foundation, offering both grounding and clarity when navigating complex or challenging situations.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
I would advise young women entering the industry to seek out a strong and supportive mentor who can provide guidance, share insights, and help navigate challenges along the way. It is equally important to have a clear understanding of who you are—your values, strengths, and goals—so you can remain confident and authentic in your career journey. Staying grounded in your identity will empower you to make decisions with purpose and resilience.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest challenges in my field is the limited availability of opportunities within a male-dominated environment, along with the difficulty of finding strong mentors to support professional growth. Additionally, maintaining a healthy balance between work and home life remains an ongoing challenge, though it also presents an opportunity to redefine success in a more sustainable and fulfilling way.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values most important to me in both my work and personal life are faith, family, and integrity. Faith keeps me grounded and guides my decisions, family provides strength and perspective, and integrity ensures that I consistently strive to do what is right, even in challenging situations.