Pipeline Engineer Shreveport, LA

About the role

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.

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 narrative and cause & effect matrices
• Model and evaluate gas plants and suggest efficiency and debottlenecking projects
• Provide technical support for startups, troubleshooting, and plant expansions
• Facilitate and lead Management of Change (MOC) requirements
• Aid 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.)
• Investigate and resolve 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
• Respond timely in communications
• Demonstrate a positive attitude that creates a good work environment

Requirements

• 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

Qualifications

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

Skills

• Strong work ethic with demonstrated ability to effectively work with minimum supervision
• 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
• 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

Benefits

Kinder Morgan offers a robust benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, two retirement plans, paid holidays, and paid time off.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

This is a typical Monday through Friday position with potential on-call responsibilities nights and weekends.

Why Join Kinder Morgan

Kinder Morgan is a large energy infrastructure company operating in North America. Access to reliable, affordable energy is a critical component for improving lives around the world. We are committed to providing energy transportation and storage services in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of the people, communities, and businesses we serve. Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, family status, status as an individual authorized to work in the U.S., or any other status protected by law. For more information about Kinder Morgan, our culture, opportunities available, and to join our Talent Community, please visit our careers site at www.kindermorgan.com.