Specialist - Mechanical

Energy Transfer•Lake Charles, LA

About The Position

The incumbent plays an essential role in the company’s Division Technical operations group. Provides technical expertise to Asset Operating Teams to keep plants, pipeline and compressor station equipment, liquid pump stations and pipelines safe, available, and efficient. Works with division technical team members to insure operations and maintenance activities are consistent across Area boundaries within the division. The Division Mechanical Specialist is responsible for the support of mechanical operations as it applies to daily activities and associated projects for assigned locations within the Division. The Mechanical Specialist’s responsibilities include technical support, training, project development and execution, O&M and Capital budget support and management, as well as support of corporate initiatives/projects. The Mechanical Specialist also works with operation locations to provide support for maintaining compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements related to emissions testing, overhaul management, as well as response and support of mechanical related emergencies. The Division Mechanical Specialist reports to the Director of Technical Operations. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Frequent exposure to heat, cold, and other adverse weather conditions Working conditions may include confined spaces Repetitively standing, walking, bending, stretching, reaching over shoulder height, and climbing ladders up to 25 feet. Occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance Work in and around industrial and construction settings, which may include hazardous products, processes, materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and may require appropriate personal protective equipment Reliable attendance at work Occasional overnight travel may be required.

Requirements

Minimum High school diploma or GED
6+ years of relevant work experience
Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and excellent human relations skills.
In-depth knowledge of Company procedures and Industry-related standards, codes and practices, and applicable Federal and State regulations.
Experience in executing and administering Company-wide programs.
Ability to work effectively with others in a team environment.
Must be highly motivated and able to work with minimum supervision.
Job duties require considerable analytical ability.
Incumbent works in an environment requiring resolution of complex problems in stressful situations.
The specialist is required to continually upgrade his/her technical training and knowledge of Company standards, policies and governmental and industry codes.
Incumbent must be able to handle rapidly shifting priorities and multiple projects concurrently.
Work in a functional team with peers geographically dispersed across the Division.
Interface with management and field personnel to ensure uniformity and consistency across Division.
Knowledgeable with Natural Gas Operating Procedures, Engineering Standards, OSHA and Safety practices.
Personal skills necessary to maintain a good rapport with internal and external customers.
Mechanical skills required with multi-skilled background preferred.
Work locations include onshore, & offshore natural gas compressor stations and onshore crude oil pump stations.
Have or be able to obtain TWIC card.
Candidate must have an excellent mechanical aptitude
Candidate must have the ability to work with mechanics having various experience levels.
Candidate expected to have experience with Low-Speed integral reciprocating compressors, High Speed separable reciprocating compressor and Turbine driven centrifugal compressors.
Candidate expected to have operation, maintenance, and administrative experience
Candidate should have effective written & verbal communication, as well as interpersonal skills to work in a collaborative environment.
Candidate must be a self-starter, have good organizational skills, and be able to accept constantly changing priorities.
Willingness to work in an environment where compensation is tied to performance and skill level.
Reliable attendance at work
Occasional overnight travel may be required.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the scoping, development, equipment specifications and execution of O&M and Capital projects.
Work with Engineering and Construction to assure effective design, installation, start-up and operation of mechanical systems.
Audit facilities to ensure compliance with Company standards, policies and practices, and governmental and industry codes.
Investigate, analyze, and make recommendations related to effectiveness and/or efficiency of presently installed and proposed equipment.