Measurement Analyst

KINETIK; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinetik is seeking a Measurement Analyst to monitor gas and liquids data, resolve data discrepancies with IT and field teams, and ensure accurate custody transfer estimates. The role relies on historical data, flow patterns, and gas properties to support measurement integrity across plants and meters.

You will maintain reports, review third-party data, and assist with month-end close activities, while adhering to contract terms and safety guidelines. Some travel to plants may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2 years’ relevant experience preferred.
• FlowCal experience required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Monitors gas and liquids volume and quality data for accuracy and completeness.
• Collaborates with IT, Communications, and Measurement Techs to resolve missing data.
• Estimates custody transfer data using producer data, history, flow patterns, and experience.
• Reviews hourly and daily meter volume data.
• Configures new meters in the measurement system per contract terms.
• Evaluates gas quality data using historical data and properties; coordinates with field for samples.
• Generates and distributes reports to evaluate measurement data accuracy.
• Compares third-party data with check measurements where applicable.
• Maintains and troubleshoots system balances.
• Assesses meter calibration data to decide if adjustments are needed by contract.
• Uses advanced knowledge and tools to perform Prior Period Adjustments and document for accounting.
• Provides guidance and training for junior measurement analysts; coordinates monthly close transfer to accounting systems.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Minimum 2 years’ relevant experience

Tools

FlowCal experience

Microsoft Office

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Monitors incoming gas and liquids volume and quality data to assure accuracy and completeness.
• Works with IT, Communications, and Measurement Technicians to resolve missing data issues.
• Utilizes Producer data, historical data, flow patterns, and measurement experience to estimate custody transfer data that cannot be recovered.
• Reviews hourly and daily volume data from meters.
• Assures proper configuration of new meters in the measurement system, based upon contractual terms.
• Uses historical data, and knowledge of natural gas properties, to evaluate incoming gas quality data to assure that it is reasonable and representative. Coordinates with the field on resolving sample issues.
• Maintain, generate, and distribute various reports needed to evaluate the accuracy of measurement data.
• Compiles and evaluates incoming “third party” measurement data and assures its agreement with check measurement data, where applicable.
• Maintains, reports, and troubleshoots system balances.
• Evaluates incoming meter calibration data to determine if a current or prior period adjustment is required by the contract and determines the appropriate course of action.

• Utilizes advanced measurement knowledge and troubleshooting tools to perform Prior Period Adjustments, creating the required documentation for Accounting controls and Accounting settlements.
• Provides support, guidance, and training for less experienced measurement analysts. Coordinates the monthly close process for measurement data, assuring the data has been successfully transferred to downstream Accounting systems
• Additional duties as assigned

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years’ relevant experience preferred.
• FlowCal experience required.
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Excellent computer skills and proficient in Microsoft Office

Working Conditions:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities
• Occasional driving may be needed to travel to Kinetik plants and worksites as needed
• Available outside of normal working hours as needed for business necessity

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards
• Ability to work effectively in all working conditions noted above.
• Will require lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling up to 15 lbs. in a safe manner on an occasional basis