Equipment-Analyst

Tallgrass•Potter, NE

About The Position

The Equipment Analyst performs mechanical and performance analysis of natural gas, liquids, and CO2 compressors, pumps, and equipment drivers. The role also conducts equipment vibration analysis and reporting, provides technical support and recommendations, and may oversee third parties and perform other duties as required. The position may be filled in an alternate location at management’s discretion and approval. The role supports the reliability and mechanical health of transmission equipment through performance analysis, vibration monitoring, modeling, leak detection, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis. It also helps with equipment start-up and commissioning and requires extensive travel in some cases, including up to 15% overnight travel. The employee may work non-traditional hours and must carry a cell phone and be available during working and non-working hours. The position has no supervisory responsibility. The successful candidate must be able to work in extreme weather, travel significant distances by vehicle, and work in buildings where hearing protection may be required. Physical demands include prolonged sitting, walking, standing, driving, bending, crouching, reaching, kneeling, pushing, pulling, climbing or balancing, and lifting or moving up to 75 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Tallgrass describes itself as a leading energy infrastructure company focused on safely, reliably, and sustainably delivering energy and services. It offers a Total Rewards Program intended to support employees’ physical, mental, and financial well-being.

Requirements

Two-year degree in Applied Science or an engineering-related field from an accredited college, or at least two years of direct work experience as a substitute for the degree.
Intermediate proficiency with MS Office applications, including potentially Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Good arithmetic skills, including fractions and decimals.
Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong customer focus when working with engineering, field operations, and other internal and external groups.
Ability to organize, plan, prioritize, document, and complete work with minimal supervision.
Comfort working with remote pipeline systems and personnel.
Strong mechanical aptitude.
Working knowledge of route-based data collection equipment such as Windrock or Resonance engine/compressor analyzers, CSI or similar vibration analyzers, FLIR infrared cameras, and associated data collection software.
Working knowledge and experience with electronic equipment, high-pressure gas, processing equipment, reciprocating two- and four-cycle integral/separable engines, gas turbine engines, electric motors, reciprocating and centrifugal compressors, and liquid pumps.
Working knowledge of reciprocating and centrifugal engine and compressor performance and maintenance analysis.
Working knowledge of vibration testing and other predictive technologies.
Working knowledge of PLC and microprocessor-based control systems.
Goal-oriented, self-motivated, and able to schedule work independently.
Proven analytical and troubleshooting skills.
Valid driver’s license and driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers.
Ability to perform essential and marginal job functions; work with a team, take direction, follow schedules and work rules, and focus on details.
Ability to perform multiple tasks with strict deadlines and organize and prioritize daily work.
Ability to work non-traditional hours as needed, travel significant distances by vehicle, work in extreme weather, and be available by cell phone during working and non-working hours.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including prolonged sitting and lifting or moving up to 75 pounds.
Must clear a drug screen and complete a background check after an offer and before employment; the background check may include a credit report for certain positions.

Responsibilities

Perform routine performance analysis and generate reports for motors, engines, turbines, pumps, and compressors.
Conduct routine vibration testing and data analysis and support an ongoing vibration mitigation program.
Model engines and compressors to establish or correct performance and control-system accuracy.
Perform ultrasonic leak detection and quantification.
Monitor the reliability of mechanical systems and equipment.
Determine and resolve problems through root cause analysis and technical reporting.
Identify, report, and assist in correcting environmental concerns.
Complete appropriate documentation and communicate equipment mechanical health to local and regional management.
Perform work in compliance with company standards and procedures and applicable regulatory and tariff requirements.
Assist with start-up, commissioning, and troubleshooting of natural gas, liquids, or CO2 transmission equipment.
Maintain professional, courteous interactions and communicate clearly in person and by telephone.
Maintain dependable attendance and a consistently high level of performance.
Maintain regard for personal safety, company assets and employees, and the general public.
Perform other daily, weekly, monthly, special-project, or assigned duties.

Benefits

Industry-competitive pay.
Health insurance package options, including Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts.
Infertility coverage.
Parental leave.
401(k) with up to a 6% match that vests immediately and an employer discretionary contribution of up to 4%.
Wellness programs and mental health resources.
Employer-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
Critical illness and accident insurance.
Vacation, sick days, paid caregiver leave, volunteer time off, and bereavement paid time off.
Identity theft protection.
Annual discretionary bonus.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Company-paid holidays and floating holidays.
Company vehicle, if applicable.
Employee discounts, including vehicles, tires, and cellular plans.
Networking and employee engagement events.
Personal development opportunities.