Compression / Mechanical Engineer

Kinder Morgan • Houston, TX

20h

About The Position

The Compression/Mechanical Engineer position requires a working knowledge in the selection and sizing of compression equipment and ancillary equipment for transportation and storage of natural gas. The individual selected for this position must have a working knowledge of 49 CFR Part 192 and ASME B31.8. A compression/mechanical engineer is required to interact with various groups within Kinder Morgan as well as with equipment manufacturers, suppliers and outside engineering firms and must behave in a professional manner consistent with Kinder Morgan’s core values. This individual must be able to communicate in a clear and concise manner both verbally and in writing.

Requirements

• Minimum of five years practical experience (post degree) in the design and technical analysis of high-pressure natural gas compressor systems.
• Understanding of core thermodynamic principles.
• Specific knowledge in natural gas compression equipment and the mechanical design of gas compression equipment (including reciprocating engines, gas turbines, electric motor drives, reciprocating compressors, and centrifugal compressors).
• Working knowledge of all applicable industry codes and standards, including 49 CFR Part 192, ASME, API, NACE, NEC, OSHA, etc.
• Proficiency with Word and Excel.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical, civil/structural, and electrical schematics and drawings.
• Ability to complete work assignments with little supervision in an acceptable time frame.
• Ability to effectively prioritize workload between multiple projects.
• Must possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Must maintain a regular, dependable attendance and high level of performance.
• Must be able to work with a team, take directions from supervisors, keep required work schedules, focus attention on details, employ safe work practices, and follow work rules.
• Must be able and willing to travel (with overnight stays) as required to field sites and other offices.
• Must have effective written and oral communication skills.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record acceptable for company insurance policy.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with vendor-supplied software for compressor sizing preferred.
• Working knowledge of compressor station layout and the design of all components associated with the compression process is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical scopes of work and equipment bid specifications, evaluate equipment proposals, provide engineering support for compression projects, troubleshoot equipment issues, and assess new technologies.
• Size and select compression equipment based on provided operating conditions to optimize performance and long-term reliability.
• Provide technical oversight into the design of fuel gas systems, air compressor packages, generator packages, ESD systems, gas filtration, gas cooling, station recycle, UL-142 tanks, etc.
• Provide technical oversight in the sizing/specification of on/off valve actuators, piping/valves/fittings, regulators, relief valves, and control valves.
• Establish vendor relationships as applies to compression equipment and ancillary systems.
• Develop and maintain company engineering standards and material specifications.
• Apply the company's design and operating philosophy to meet corporate goals for safety, regulatory compliance, efficiency, and profitability.
• Provide engineering support to Field Operations, EHS, Project Management, Business Development, System Design, Gas Control, Regulatory, Compliance, and other internal departments.
• Support project management during construction and commissioning activities by answering RFIs or other technical inquiries.
• Work with Operations, EHS, Project Management, Business Development, Gas Control, and other internal departments to maintain and improve the integrity of the company’s compression infrastructure through evaluations, risk assessments, project development/implementation, etc.

Benefits

• Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, family status, status as an individual authorized to work in the U.S., or any other status protected by law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level