Measurement / Mechanical Engineer

Kinder Morgan•Houston, TX

About The Position

The Engineering Design group is seeking a Measurement/Mechanical Engineer to support Intrastate Natural Gas pipeline projects through project execution and operational support. This role will provide engineering support in all areas of natural gas measurement and related equipment. The individual will be an engineering resource to the midstream pipeline department in support of measurement activities and must possess the ability to collaborate with a wide variety of people (personalities, skill and education levels, etc.) with tact, courtesy and professionalism. The individual must possess skills used in the development of measurement projects including preliminary project scope and equipment sizing and selection. Responsibilities include meter sizing, sizing pipe, selecting/sizing control valves, selecting over-pressure protection (OPP) devices, gas sampling, odorant design, fuel gas skids for compressor stations, relief valve sizing, heater sizing, UL-142 tank design, familiar with pressure drop calculations, familiar with weld/heat maps and sizing/selecting filtration equipment. The successful candidate will be capable of communicating this information using well-developed written and verbal skills. Additionally, the successful candidate will support Kinder Morgan Operations personnel in troubleshooting of issues at measurement, regulation/control facilities that include OPP review and calculations, for new/existing equipment evaluations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering is required.
A minimum of 5 years’ experience with gas measurement design is required.
Experience and knowledge in design, sizing, and selection of piping, fittings, valves, flow meters, etc.
Working knowledge of natural gas measurement standards (49 CFR Part 192, ASME B31.8, AGA, API, GPA, etc.).
Working knowledge of the sizing, selection and operation of orifice meters, turbine meters, PD meters, coriolis meters, rotary meters, ultrasonic meters and associated equipment.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and Process Flow Diagrams, including flow charts, cause/effect diagrams, P&IDs, and fabrication drawings.
Must possess excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills.
Must be accountable for completing tasks with quality, compliance with applicable codes/standards, and on schedule.
Must be accountable to and take direction from managers and senior leaders.
Ability to perform job responsibilities with minimal guidance or supervision.
Ability to develop and coordinate work schedules, focus attention on details; follow and enforce policy and adhere to prescribed work practices is expected.
Effectively interface and collaborate with other Company departments including Project Management, Procurement, Engineering, Business Development, and Operations to maintain the integrity of the Company’s infrastructure.
Represent the Company in area of expertise with customers, suppliers, licensees, third party engineering firms, outside consultants, and industry associations.
Plan, schedule, and coordinate detailed phases of engineering work while supporting the department and project managers with the goal of successful project execution.
Assist with the commissioning and troubleshooting of measurement equipment and systems.
Ability to take initiative and work with both company and non-company personnel to accomplish goals in a fast paced environment.
Proficient PC-based skills including MS Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, Access) and engineering applications.
Must possess well-developed analytical and problem solving skills to address complex technical matters.
Create technical specifications, Engineering Standards, Construction Standards, and O&M Standards to increase department efficiency.
Provide leadership and guidance to less experienced members of the group.
Coordinate with Engineering and Field Operations on new ad changes to existing measurement projects to ensure proper selection and installation of equipment for custody transfer and material balance measurements.
Prepare and coordinate engineering reports, calculations, studies, and presentations.
Maintain regular, dependable attendance and high level of performance.
U.S. Citizenship is required.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the Company.

Responsibilities

Provide engineering support in all areas of natural gas measurement and related equipment.
Serve as an engineering resource to the midstream pipeline department in support of measurement activities.
Collaborate with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy and professionalism.
Develop measurement projects including preliminary project scope and equipment sizing and selection.
Perform meter sizing, pipe sizing, control valve selection/sizing, over-pressure protection (OPP) device selection, gas sampling, odorant design, fuel gas skids for compressor stations, relief valve sizing, heater sizing, UL-142 tank design.
Perform pressure drop calculations.
Work with weld/heat maps.
Perform sizing and selection of filtration equipment.
Communicate technical information using well-developed written and verbal skills.
Support Kinder Morgan Operations personnel in troubleshooting issues at measurement and regulation/control facilities.
Conduct OPP review and calculations for new/existing equipment evaluations.
Review, recommend, and evaluate the design, installation, and operations of gas measurement facilities to ensure compliance with DOT requirements and optimize efficient, safe, and economical operation.
Read and interpret mechanical drawings and Process Flow Diagrams, including flow charts, cause/effect diagrams, P&IDs, and fabrication drawings.
Create schematics and Bills of Material in support of projects.
Troubleshoot and perform analytical tasks with excellent skills.
Complete tasks with quality, compliance with applicable codes/standards, and on schedule.
Take direction from managers and senior leaders.
Perform job responsibilities with minimal guidance or supervision.
Develop and coordinate work schedules.
Focus attention on details, follow and enforce policy, and adhere to prescribed work practices.
Interface and collaborate with other Company departments including Project Management, Procurement, Engineering, Business Development, and Operations.
Represent the Company in areas of expertise with customers, suppliers, licensees, third party engineering firms, outside consultants, and industry associations.
Plan, schedule, and coordinate detailed phases of engineering work.
Support department and project managers with the goal of successful project execution.
Assist with the commissioning and troubleshooting of measurement equipment and systems.
Take initiative and work with both company and non-company personnel to accomplish goals in a fast-paced environment.
Create technical specifications, Engineering Standards, Construction Standards, and O&M Standards.
Provide leadership and guidance to less experienced members of the group.
Coordinate with Engineering and Field Operations on new and existing measurement projects.
Prepare and coordinate engineering reports, calculations, studies, and presentations.
Maintain regular, dependable attendance and a high level of performance.