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Pipeline EngineerKinder Morgan • SHREVEPORT, LA
Pipeline Engineer

Pipeline Engineer

Kinder Morgan • SHREVEPORT, LA
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Position Description

Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America. We own an interest in or operate approximately 84,000 miles of pipelines and 157 terminals. Our pipelines transport natural gas, gasoline, crude oil, carbon dioxide (CO2) and more. Our terminals store and handle various commodities including gasoline, diesel fuel, jet fuel, chemicals, metals, petroleum coke and ethanol and other renewable fuels and feedstocks.

Kinder Morgan is committed to being a good corporate citizen and conducting ourselves in an ethical and responsible manner. We spend hundreds of millions of dollars each year on integrity management and maintenance programs to operate our assets safely and to protect the public, our employees, contractors and the environment. Operationally, we continue to perform better than our industry peers relative to environmental, health and safety measures.

The Pipeline Engineer position is based out of our Kinderhawk office located at 9580 Saint Vincent Avenue, Shreveport, LA  71106.  This is a typical Monday through Friday position with potential on-call responsibilities nights and weekends.  Kinder Morgan offers a robust benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, two retirement plans, paid holidays, and paid time off.

To be considered for our Shreveport Pipeline Engineer job, click on “Apply Now” to sign in or create an account to upload your resume.  This is a great opportunity if you are an experienced Process Engineer, Process Controls Engineer, Gas Gathering & Processing Engineer, or similar.

Primary purpose :

  • Support installation, maintenance, and operation of new & existing gas gathering plant operations through process optimization, improved efficiency, and identification of opportunities to improve overall operating area performance as well as safety, operability, and reliability

Essential duties and responsibilities :

  • Evaluate, prepare and analyze designs of process systems including NGL recovery plants, amine treating plants, glycol dehydration, molecular sieve dehydration, propane refrigeration, condensate stabilization, inlet compression, & residue compression
  • Design gas and liquid pipelines, meter stations, compressor stations, and pump stations
  • Develop single and multi-phase gas hydraulic models and gathering system evaluations
  • Develop station process simulations and material & energy balances using ProMax software
  • Size and specify mechanical equipment, including separators, filters, tanks, heat exchangers, air coolers, pumps, towers, heaters, compressors, control valves, treaters, and dehydrators
  • Specify appropriate piping materials, diameters, and thicknesses to meet design requirements
  • Possess knowledge of midstream process controls and instrumentation, including controls narratives and cause & effect matrices
  • Model and evaluate gas plants and suggest efficiency and debottlenecking projects
  • Provide technical support for startups, troubleshooting, and plant expansions
  • Participate in PHA / Hazop studies / PSSR as necessary for both new and existing facilities
  • Facilitate and lead Management of Change (MOC) requirements
  • Assist applicable parties to establish facility start-up (including PSSR), commissioning, and operating procedures.
  • Complete and / or validate facility flare & PSV studies using KM’s OPP Tool
  • Perform Facility PFD / P&ID development & reviews as needed
  • Work closely with Project Managers regarding Front-End process design, finalizing H&MB & overall major project scope; assist in evaluations of changes in basis of design as necessary
  • Provide technical support to operations (including troubleshooting, debottlenecking and optimization, maintenance projects, PHA participation and action item resolution, DOT / PHMSA / LADNR compliance, etc.)
  • Provides technical assistance in the form of written reports, consultation, research, process debottlenecking studies, & code interpretations
  • Investigates and resolves problems associated with new or existing facilities and their process design, including conducting research into project-related issues and finding equipment needed for a project
  • Initiate and manage optimization review projects to enhance safety, run time, and / or operating income
  • Proactively seek opportunities to learn and develop and to find solutions for maximizing value to the business unit
  • Continuously review assets to enhance safety, mechanical reliability, operational flexibility, and capacity
  • Consult with environmental personnel and provide information that is pertinent to the facility's environmental permits that are required
  • Complete appropriate documentation and paperwork
  • Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, regulatory and tariff requirements
  • Work safely when performing duties while fully embracing safety programs including but not limited to safety observations, job safety analysis, last minute risk assessments, safe driving, cell phone policy, etc.
  • Respond timely in communications
  • Demonstrate a positive attitude that creates a good work environment
  • Must be self-motivated
  • Other duties as assigned

    • Position Requirements

    Education :

  • BS degree in Chemical & Mechanical Engineering from 4-year accredited university

    • Experience / specific knowledge :

  • Minimum 3-5 years of experience in natural gas gathering, compression, processing, dehydration, fractionation, construction, and / or operations
  • Possess fundamental knowledge of midstream gas gathering and processing operations, including pig liquids handling, compression, glycol and desiccant dehydration, treating, hydrocarbon recovery, and condensate stabilization
  • Possess knowledge of codes, standards, regulations and best practices applicable to the midstream industry (including API, ASME B31.3 / 4 / 8 and VIII, DOT 192 / 5, NFPA, etc.)
  • Perform process simulation and pipeline modeling experience with HYSYS, PROMAX, WinSim, WinFlow, Synergee, FlareNet, or similar applications
  • Possess knowledge and experience with rotating equipment

    • Certifications, licenses, registrations :

  • Must possess and maintain valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers
  • Achieve and maintain all qualifications, certifications, and progression requirements applicable to the job classification
  • Completion of any site-specific technical training that may be assigned

    • Competencies, skills, and abilities :

  • Strong work ethic with demonstrated ability to effectively work with minimum supervision
  • Must respond to, and address, callouts and emergencies during and after regular business hours including after dark hours, which requires carrying a communication device
  • Ability to complete work assignments with minimal supervision in an acceptable time frame
  • Solid computer skills to include Microsoft Office Software (Excel, Word, Powerpoint), MS Project, Maximo, etc.
  • Ability to interpret and design Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), Plot Plans, Piping Plans, and Piping Isometrics
  • Ability to interface effectively with all levels within the company as well as organizations outside the company
  • Experience in process modeling applications such as HYSYS, PROMAX, or VMGSim
  • Must be able to learn, understand, and apply new technologies
  • Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment is crucial
  • Regularly scheduled, reliable, and on-time attendance
  • Ability to effectively organize, plan, prioritize, document, and complete work independently
  • Ability to successfully work in team environment
  • Must be able to take direction from supervisor(s), prioritize work schedule, focus attention on details, and follow rules
  • Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Follow safe work practices and actively participate in the safety program
  • The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed

    • Working Conditions / Physical demands :

  • Essentially indoors, but must be able to work outdoors as needed
  • Must be able to handle stress of meeting deadlines
  • Must be able to walk over uneven surfaces on the pipeline right-of-way or at field facilities
  • Must be able to withstand extreme weather conditions
  • Must be able to work while wearing appropriate personal protective equipment such as, hard hat, safety glasses, flame retardant clothing, steel toe footwear, respirator, etc.
  • Must be able to frequently enter confined spaces, climb stairs, climb to and work from elevated platforms, excavated areas, ladders, walkways, etc.
  • Must be able to lift a minimum of 20 pounds in awkward positions, lift 26 to 50 pounds from floor to waist occasionally, and 51 to 100 pounds if required
  • May work in low-lit areas

    • Preferred experience, skills, certifications, and knowledge (above the minimum requirements; not required but advantageous in this position) :

  • Experience with third party equipment manufacturer sizing software applicable to the gas processing industry
  • Experience with Microsoft Project or Primavera P6
  • Knowledge of AutoCAD, Plant3D or CADWork

    • Other responsibilities :

  • Represent and support local operations during design review, HASOP and planning reviews of all expansion projects, during planning and execution
  • Ability to develop and maintain pipeline gathering system hydraulic models

    • Job level commensurate with skills and experience.

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