Measurement RTU/EFM Engineer/Specialist (Houston, TX)

Position Description

The individual will provide design services and technical support for all electronic flow measurement (EFM) equipment used at Kinder Morgan natural gas measurement and control stations, and must possess the ability to associate with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy, and professionalism.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Specify EFM equipment
• Specify peripheral equipment (enclosures, power supplies, solar power systems, transmitters, modems, cabling, terminal blocks, I.S. barriers, etc.)
• Write application programs for Emerson FB3000 products using FBxDesigner
• Write application programs for Emerson Control Wave products using ControlWave Designer
• Write and interpret Function Sequence Tables (FST) for Emerson ROCs
• Evaluate new EFM equipment
• Work with vendors on EFM panel design
• Provide factory acceptance and site acceptance testing of EFM systems
• Provide engineering support to operations on a daily basis
• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues found in the field
• Use lab facilities to emulate and resolve issues found in the field
• Write documentation for EFM systems
• Train field personnel in use of EFM equipment
• Apply the company's design and operating philosophy within the field locations to meet corporate goals for safety, regulatory compliance, efficiency, and profitability
• Develop and generate project scope documents, schedules, cost estimates, budget forecasts as required with moderate direction from supervisor
• Effectively prioritize workload between several projects
• Significantly contributes to meeting business objectives by generating and implementing project ideas
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Other duties as assigned

*Job title/level of pay is commensurate with experience and skills of the selected candidate.

Position Requirements

Education

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering from an accredited University, having a minimum of 5 years relevant experience.
• Applicants without an Engineering degree having ten years of relevant industry experience, will also be considered

Experience/Specific Knowledge

• Design practices, processes, and procedures related to natural gas measurement, which allow for managing by remote control
• Intimate familiarity with one or more of the flow computer types mentioned in the Essential Duties and Responsibilities.
• Prior programming experience with one or more of the application programming languages mentioned in the Essential Duties and Responsibilities is strongly preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Possess project management skills used in the development of project documents such as project scope, schedule, budget forecasting, cost analysis, and risk identification/mitigation and be capable of communicating this information using well-developed written and verbal skills.
• Travels from 15-20% of time to field sites and offices with occasional overnight stays
• Carry a cell phone and be on-call to respond to calls from Gas Control, field personnel or Management, related to operational problems on the measurement and SCADA system
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and diagrams such as P&ID, electrical, & process
• Ability to work with minimal supervision

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to company

Competencies, skills and abilities

• Organize work for timely completion in meeting deadlines and be available for overtime work if required
• Maintain functional and technical proficiencies
• Bring a creative approach to problem solving and be able to translate creativity into practical application
• Accurately scope out length and difficulty of tasks
• Solve difficult problems with effective solutions
• Take on new projects and shift priorities on short notice
• Interpret and apply engineering principles, theories, and concepts
• Advanced math skills and modeling
• Proven ability to work in a team environment and provide technical support/direction
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Strong focus on safe work practices
• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office Applications)
• Ability to prepare cost estimates and economic justification
• Able to complete work assignments with little supervision in an acceptable time frame
• Works with technicians and/or other engineers to complete projects
• Must be able to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules
• Ability to speak and understand English
• Ability to work with others, take direction from supervisor(s), focus attention on details, and follow work rules.

Additional advantageous skills and abilities

• Knowledge of measurement standards, policies and procedures
• Familiarity with the API flow calculation standards
• Experience working with relational databases
• Knowledge of electrical design standards
• Knowledge of products pipeline operations
• Knowledge of industry’s regulatory compliance requirements and standards

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.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned. Job level and pay commensurate with experience and skill set.

Kinder Morgan, Inc. offers employees a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits offered for this position may include the following: health care benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage; Flexible and Health Spending Accounts; Life and Accidental Death and Disability insurance; Supplemental Life and Accidental Death and Disability insurance for employee and dependents; retirement benefits including a 401(k) with employer and employee contributions and a company-funded pension plan; paid time off; paid holidays; paid parental bonding time; and many voluntary benefit plans.

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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.