CPM Leak Detection Engineer at System One Tulsa, OK

System One; Tulsa (OK); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Dental and vision

Job summary

System One is recruiting a CPM Leak Detection Engineer in Tulsa, OK, to join an Operations Control Support team. The role blends IT and engineering to maintain CPM and leak-detection systems for liquid pipelines, with 24/7 operations support and a hybrid work schedule in Tulsa.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in engineering or computer science and at least 4 years of related experience, with proficiency in Python, Java, and PowerShell. Sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or computer science required.
• At least 4 years of related work experience.
• Experience with Python, Java, PowerShell.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate CPM leak detection systems and pipeline simulations.
• Provide real-time support to Operations Control and on-call rotation.
• Develop enhancements to CPM systems and analytics.

Skills

Python

PowerShell

Java

Hydraulics

Leak detection

SCADA

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology or Computer Science

Tools

SCADA

Job description

CPM Leak Detection Engineer job at System One. Tulsa, OK. System One has an exciting opportunity with one of our clients here in Tulsa, Oklahoma. We are looking for a CPM Leak Detection Engineer. This role is a mix of IT & Engineering skillsets! This role is a hybrid work schedule located here in Tulsa, Oklahoma. This role is not open to sponsorship or c2c candidates. Compensation will commensurate with experience.

JOB SUMMARY

As a member of the Operations Control Support team, the CPM (Computational Pipeline Monitoring) /Leak Detection Engineer contributes to our client's commitment to safe, efficient, 24/7 operations by maintaining a state‑of‑the‑art, computer‑based transient model leak detection and CPM systems and pipeline simulation systems for liquid petroleum pipelines. The CPM Engineer provides real‑time support to Operations Control, maintains and updates the CPM Systems, and evaluates and implements enhancements to the CPM Systems. This role requires an ability to manage multiple projects of varying timelines, while also providing operations support.

Job Profile Summary

• Maintains and implements state‑of‑the‑art, computer‑based transient model leak detection and CPM systems for liquid petroleum pipelines.
• Provides real‑time support to Operations Control, maintains and updates CPM Systems, and evaluates and implements enhancements.
• Applies fundamental engineering principles to improve operational safety, solve real‑time problems, reduce operations upsets and increase efficiency.
• Develops specifications and recommendations for process control applications.
• Provides support on matters requiring immediate diagnostic response on critical system outages.
• Works closely with multi‑discipline teams (Project Managers, Controls Technology Engineers, CPM analysts, Controllers, SCADA Analysts, etc.) to complete projects.
• Manages multiple engineering projects with competing priorities and is occasionally required to achieve tight project deliverable schedules.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Applications Support & Development
  • Analyzes, develops, implements, and maintains computational pipeline monitoring, leak detection systems, and pipeline simulations to meet business requirements, comply with regulatory requirements and company standards, and ensure systems supportability.
  • Uses physics, engineering, and CFD principles to perform pipeline profile analyses and assessments.
  • Provides leak detection application support, development, and testing for a diverse range of issues/scopes and CPM designs.
  • Provides 24/7 control room support, including being 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 application enhancements and coding.
  • Serves as project manager for enhancement and maintenance projects, supporting both internal and external stakeholders.
  • Collaborates with stakeholders to identify system or operational enhancements, develops system solutions, and implements them to reduce operational costs and improve reliability and efficiency.
  • Works with project managers and other engineers to ensure future projects contain necessary equipment and instrumentation to achieve leak detection goals.
  • Participates in evaluation, selection, and implementation of vendor applications including designs/develop for required system interfaces.
  • Recommends hardware and software.
  • Evaluates systems architecture and new leak detection technologies, recommends CPM systems, and develops plans for their integration.
  • Analyzes SCADA and leak detection system data to identify alarm parameters and KPIs, and evaluates SCADA performance.
  • Develops and implements custom applications using Python, VBA, DOS batch file, and/or PowerShell.
  • Develops, maintains, and updates technical practices related to leak detection and pipeline hydraulics.
• Data & Reporting
  • Performs periodic monitoring of all leak detection system alarms.
  • Reviews and interprets CPM data.
  • Prepares reports regarding CPM alarm data.
  • Reviews and performs leak size calculations and updates records.
  • Reviews and updates manual overrides to CPM systems.
• Incident Investigations
  • Troubleshoots and resolves abnormal operating conditions related to leak detection.
  • Participates in incident investigations involving CPM and/or other leak detection system data by analyzing and interpreting data.
  • Performs resulting action items involving CPM and/or other leak detection system model modifications, configurations, processes, and procedures.
• Training
  • Develops knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to pipeline CPM systems.
  • Analyzes and establishes instructional goals and objectives for proper use of CPM model‑based leak detection systems applications.
  • Designs and develops training documents/materials.
• Hydraulic Modeling
  • Uses physics, engineering, and CFD principles to perform complex pipeline profile analyses and 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.
• Experience with Python, Java, PowerShell.
• Aptitude in hydraulics, leak detection technologies, statistical analysis, measurement/instrumentation, and/or SCADA.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of
  • Pipelines or hydrocarbon processing and related facilities design, construction, operation, and maintenance.
  • Material failure and structural analysis and industry standards and governmental regulations.
• Ability to
  • Read and interpret governmental regulations, blueprints, contracts, manuals, specifications, surveys, charts, load studies, and other relevant reports.
  • Analyze and resolve issues and/or questions concerning engineering design and calculations with supervisor assistance as needed.
  • Manage and prioritize multiple assignments with competing deadlines.
  • Recommend and implement new initiatives and complete projects.
  • Apply math, algebraic formulas, and statistical methods.
  • Interact, negotiate and communicate effectively.
  • Operate office tools and equipment required.
  • Communicate thoughts, ideas, information, messages, and other written information, which may contain technical material, in a logical, organized, and coherent manner.

Licenses and Certifications

• None required.

Strength Factor Rating – Physical Demands/Requirements

• Sedentary Work – Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time with brief walking or standing.
• Standing – Occasionally.
• Walking – Frequently.
• Sitting – Constantly.
• Lifting – Occasionally.
• Carrying – Occasionally.
• Pushing – Occasionally.
• Pulling – Occasionally.
• Climbing – Occasionally.
• Balancing – Occasionally.
• Stooping – Occasionally.
• Kneeling – Occasionally.
• Crouching – Occasionally.
• Crawling – Occasionally.
• Reaching – Constantly.
• Handling – Constantly.
• Fingering – Constantly.
• Feeling – Constantly.
• Talking – Frequently.
• Hearing – Frequently.
• Tasting/Smelling – Occasionally.
• Near Vision – Constantly.
• Far Vision – Frequently.
• Depth Perception – Frequently.
• Vision color – Constantly.

Working Conditions/Environment

• Employee is subject to inside environmental conditions.
• Well‑lit, climate‑controlled areas; frequent repetitive motion; computer monitor usage.
• Travel may be required to other locations.
• Driving may be required; employee may be assigned a company vehicle requiring the applicable driver’s license.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, and a 401(k) plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Ref: #208‑Rowland Tulsa