TECHNICIAN-ENGINEER

Position Description

Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America. We own an interest in or operate approximately 83,000 miles of pipelines and 157 terminals. Our pipelines transport natural gas, gasoline, crude oil, carbon dioxide (CO2) and more. Our terminals store and handle petroleum products, chemicals and other products. Kinder Morgan has a terrific opportunity for the person who is ready to take
their career to the next level. We offer a challenging, but rewarding environment with competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package.

Primary Purpose:

Preferred location for this position is Corpus Christi, TX; however, other work locations may be considered. Qualified candidate will provide engine/equipment analysis to improve compressor station and/or process plant equipment efficiency and reliability while maintaining compliance with all company/industry safety policies and local, state and federal regulations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Routine engine and compressor performance and maintenance analysis.
• Periodic portable emissions testing.
• Identify report and assist in the correction of environmental concerns.
• Routine vibration testing and data analysis. Continual support toward an ongoing vibration mitigation program.
• Green House Gas surveys and leak detection and reporting.
• Engine and compressor testing to establish or correct performance and control system coefficients.
• Provides corrective actions to resolve operational problems and work with location personnel to resolve plant equipment issues.
• Monitor reliability of mechanical systems and equipment.
• Assists in equipment failure analysis and in the development of standard practices and procedures.
• Complete appropriate documentation and communicate the mechanical health of equipment to local and regional management.
• Provide technical assistance in the operations and maintenance of plant equipment and provides training on equipment operations and maintenance policies and procedures.
• Perform all work in compliance with all Company standards, procedures, and regulatory and tariff requirements.
• Assist with start-up and commissioning of new compressor station equipment.
• Deal with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy and professionalism. Speak clearly, both in person and by telephone, using a high level of verbal skills and listen carefully.
• Manage other related duties as assigned.
• Job level will commensurate with experience and knowledge.

Position Requirements

Education:

• Associates degree in a technical field, or equivalent experience.

Experience/Specific Knowledge:

• Basic computer skills working with the Microsoft Office product line (Word, Excel, and Outlook), learn additional equipment specific data acquisition applications.
• Solid basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals).
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Working knowledge and experience with electronic equipment, high pressure gas, processing equipment, reciprocating two and four cycle integral/separable or gas turbine engines, electric motors along with reciprocating and centrifugal compressors.
• Working knowledge of reciprocating engine and compressor performance and maintenance analysis.
• Working knowledge of vibration testing and other predictive technologies.
• Working knowledge of portable emissions testing.
• Past experience with data collection and route based hardware and software such as Dynalco Recip-Trap/Windrock analyzer, CSI/SKF vibration analyzer, Ecom/Testo emission analyzer and others.

Certifications, Licenses & Registrations:

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers.

Competencies, Skills & Abilities:

• Goal orientated with a focus on self motivation and independent work scheduling.
• Proven analytical and trouble shooting skills.
• Must possess good verbal and written communication skills.
• Job level commensurate with experience and skill sets.
• Must be able to work unsupervised and within a team, take direction from Supervisor(s), adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules, as well as, take on additional job responsibilities as needed.
• Maintain a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions:

• 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.
• Commute to work location must be within a reasonable time distance.
• Overnight(s) travel can/may be required for support anywhere in Divisions 11 & 16 in South Texas.
• Physical ability to lift as much as 40lbs, bend/stoop, kneel and climb stairs/ladders.
• Ability to use hand tools and equipment, repetitive hand use such as simple grasp and twisting motion.
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions.
• Be available for and provide Emergency Response after regular business hours which may require carrying a communication device.

Supervisory Responsibility:

• None.

Other responsibilities: