Engineer

Energy Transfer Partners, L.P.; San Antonio, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Transfer Partners, L.P. seeks a pipeline engineer to lead the full project cycle for small-field plant improvements and medium expansion projects.

You will collaborate with operations personnel, procurement, and construction teams to deliver reliable infrastructure and enhanced compliance with industry standards. The role requires a BS in engineering (chemical/mechanical/civil) and 3–6 years in pipeline modeling, with experience in ProMax/NextGen and Ariel Compressors.

Qualifications

• BS in engineering (chemical/mechanical/civil) required.
• 3–6 years in pipeline simulation and modeling required.
• Experience with multiphase pipeline/plant simulation software preferred (Promax/NextGen).
• Experience with compressor modeling software preferred.
• Knowledge of MAOP/OPP protection essential.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Familiarity with 49 CFR Parts 192 and 195 regulations.

Responsibilities

• Implement full project cycle for small field plant improvement projects including scope, design, development, procurement, construction and completion.
• Communicate with operations personnel and contractors for project implementation.
• Implement full project cycle for medium sized expansion projects including scope, design, development, procurement, construction and completion.
• Improve field compression reliability and overpressure protection of pipelines.
• Collaborate with Facility Planning to obtain simulation results for gathering system expansions.
• Assist plant operations daily to improve operations and troubleshooting.
• Participate in PSM activities and maintain facility drawings and PHAs.
• Maintain facility process simulations and develop solutions following standards.
• Seek opportunities to broaden engineering knowledge base and proficiencies.

Skills

Analytical ability

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Chemical/Mechanical/Civil)

Tools

Promax/NextGen

Ariel Compressors

Microsoft Excel

Job description

This engineer will be instrumental in identifying areas to maximize our impact. The development and improvement of internal SOP’s and Best Practices along with increased regulatory compliance measures require this next level of involvement and attention. Examples include:

• Standardization with the other Divisions in Gas Operations
• Operations Excellence (PSMS) rollout, training, and support
• Small project review, support, & management
• PHMSA compliance measures
• DOT annual reporting support
• SOP compliance reviews
• GIS, Engineering and As-built record support
• Gas and Liquid pipeline integrity support

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Implement entire project cycle for small field generated plant improvement projects including scope, design, development, material procurement, construction and project completion.
• Communicate with company operations personnel and contractors for small project implementation.
• Implement entire project cycle for medium sized commercial expansion projects including scope, design, development, material procurement, construction and project completion.
• Work with operations personnel to help improve field compression reliability, which includes compressor performance and over pressure protection of pipelines.
• Work with Facility Planning group, to obtain simulation results for gathering system expansion projects.
• Work with plant operations personnel (daily) to help improve plant operations (troubleshooting).
• Take part in PSM activities for area facilities. (Help maintain facility drawings, resolve PHA action items, etc.)
• Maintain facility process simulations and work with senior process engineers to develop process solutions while following engineering standards, code compliance, proper company and safety standards, and good engineering practices.
• Proactively seeks opportunities to broaden and deepen engineering knowledge base and proficiencies.

Requirements

Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below:

• Bachelor of Science Degree – Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, or Civil preferred)
• Minimum 3 – 6 years’ experience in pipeline simulation, modeling, principals, and practices required.
• Experience with multiphase pipeline and/or plant simulation software preferred: ProMax/ NextGen
• Experience with compressor modeling software preferred.
• Extensive experience with compressor performance analysis, primarily Ariel Compressors, along with gathering field compression station operations.
• Understanding of pipeline MAOP/OPP protection as related to field compression.
• Have ability and experience in managing and executing multiple projects concurrently with multiple staff layers of varying skills and degrees of experience.
• Knowledgeable in hazardous liquid and gas engineering principals, standards and specifications and industry and regulatory rules and regulations pertaining to the 49 CFR Parts192 and 195 for pipelines and related facilities plus other industry, standards, guidelines, and codes.
• Analytical ability and ability to review, understand and interpret engineering drawings, alignment sheets, survey data, GIS data, and industry and regulatory codes and standards.
• Proficiency with personal computer applications including Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Access, and Microsoft Outlook required.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills required.
• Travel and overtime required periodically.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous Natural Gas industry understanding
• 3 – 6 years Engineering project experience

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Usually, normal office working conditions.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.
• Occasional visits to industrial/manufacturing settings, which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment.

An equal opportunity employer/disability/vet

Energy Transfer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.

DISCLAIMER

The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Energy Transfer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of any actual or perceived legally protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law.
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If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation forany part of the application process, please contact the EEO Coordinator at 713-989-2247.This number is for reasonable accommodation requests only.