CPM/Leak Detection Engineer

Job Profile Summary

Maintains and implements state-of-the-art computer-based transient model leak detection and computational pipeline monitoring (CPM) systems and pipeline simulation systems for liquid petroleum pipelines.

Provides real-time support to Operations Control, maintains and updates the CPM Systems, and evaluates and implements enhancements to the CPM Systems.

Applies fundamental engineering principles and experience to improve operational safety, solve real-time problems, reduce operations upsets and increase efficiency.

Develops specifications and recommendations for process control applications.

Serves as project manager for enhancement and maintenance projects, supporting both internal and external stakeholders within the organization.

Evaluates systems architecture and new leak detection technologies, recommends CPM systems, and develops plans for their integration into leak detection application environment.

Analyzes SCADA and leak detection system data to identify leak detection system alarm parameters’ key performance indicators (KPI) and to evaluate SCADA systems performance.

Develops knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to pipeline CPM systems.

Designs and develops training documents/materials.

Uses physics, engineering, and computational fluid dynamics principles to perform complex pipeline profile analyses to create hydraulic modeling of pipeline leak signatures.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Applications Support & Development

• Analyses, develops, implements, and maintains computational pipeline monitoring (CPM), leak detection systems, and pipeline simulations systems to meet business requirements, in compliance with regulatory requirements and Company standards, and to meet systems supportability.

• Uses physics, engineering, and computational fluid dynamics principles to perform pipeline profile analyses and assessments.

• Provides leak detection applications support, development, and testing for a diverse range of issues/scopes and CPM designs.

• Provides 24/7 control room support, including being a part of the on-call support rotation.

• Interacts with controllers and explains concepts of hydraulics in practical terms.

• Collaborates with the software vendor to maintain leak detection and simulation models, including upgrades and periodic re-certification testing.

• Collaborates with internal stakeholders to determine business needs for development and maintenance of applications enhancements and coding.

• Develops knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to pipeline CPM systems.

• Analyzes and establishes instructional goals and objectives for proper use of the CPM model-based leak detection systems applications.

• Designs and develops training documents/materials.

• Hydraulic Modeling

• Uses physics, engineering, and computational fluid dynamics principles to perform complex pipeline profile analyses to create hydraulic modeling of pipeline leak signatures.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology or Computer Science is required.

Work Experience

• At least 4 years of related work experience preferred.

• Experience with Python, JAVA, PowerShell.

• Aptitude in hydraulics, leak detection technologies, statistical analysis, measurement/instrumentation, and/or SCADA.

Strength Factor Rating - Physical Demands/Requirements

Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Standing: Remaining on one's feet in an upright position at a work station without moving about (Occasionally)

Walking: Moving about on foot (Frequently)

Sitting: Remaining in a seated position (Constantly)

Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling) (Occasionally)

Carrying: Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder (Occasionally)

Pushing: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force (Occasionally)

Pulling: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force (includes jerking) (Occasionally)

Climbing: Ladders, Stairs (Occasionally)

Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling (Occasionally)

Stooping: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist (Occasionally)

Kneeling: Bending the legs at the knees to come to rest on the knee or knees (Occasionally)

Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the legs and spine (Occasionally)

Crawling: Moving about on the hands and arms in any direction (Occasionally)

Reaching: Extending hands and arms in any direction (Constantly)

Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with the hand or hands (Manual Dexterity) (Constantly)

Fingering: Picking, pinching or otherwise working with the fingers primarily (Finger Dexterity) (Constantly)

Feeling: Perceiving such attributes of objects/materials as size, shape, temperature, texture, movement or pulsation by receptors in the skin, particularly those of the finger tips (Constantly)

Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas/information by means of the spoken word (Frequently)

Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sound by the ear (Frequently)

Tasting/Smelling: (Occasionally)

Near Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less (Constantly)

Far Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 feet for more (Frequently)

Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are (Frequently)

Vision: Color - The ability to identify and distinguish colors (Constantly)

Working Conditions/Environment

Employee is subject to inside environmental conditions

Well lighted, climate controlled areas (Constantly)

Frequent repetitive motion (Constantly)

CRT (Computer Monitor(s)) (Constantly)

Travel

Travel to other locations may be required

Driving

Based on assigned tasks, employee may be assigned a company vehicle requiring the applicable driver's license

ONEOK is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, national origin, gender identity, disability, military/veteran status, genetic information or any other categories protected by applicable law. The job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of ONEOK.

ONEOK is committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process.

Expected Salary Range

$110,000.00 - $166,000.00