Measurement / Mechanical Engineer

Kinder Morgan Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinder Morgan is seeking a Measurement/Mechanical Engineer to support Intrastate Natural Gas pipeline projects through design, sizing, and field collaboration. You will help develop measurement solutions, select equipment, and document calculations to support safe and compliant operation.

The role requires collaboration with multiple departments, strong communication, and the ability to travel to project sites as needed, contributing to timely project completion and operational reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering required.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience with gas measurement design.
• Experience and knowledge in design, sizing, and selection of piping, fittings, valves, flow meters, etc.
• Working knowledge of natural gas measurement standards (49 CFR Part 192, ASME B31.8, AGA, API, GPA).
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and P&IDs; create BOMs and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support in all areas of natural gas measurement and related equipment.
• Size meters, pipe sizing, and select control valves and OPP devices; gas sampling and odorant design.
• Assist with commissioning and troubleshooting of measurement equipment and systems.
• Prepare engineering reports, calculations, studies, and presentations.
• Coordinate with Operations, Engineering and Project Management to ensure project execution.

Skills

Gas measurement design

Piping sizing

Valve sizing

Mechanical drawings

DOT regulations

Analytical troubleshooting

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

What We Are Looking For

Kinder Morgan, one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America, has been in operation since 1997. Over the years, we have understood that not only do our people contribute to our success, but that they should share that success. We provide all employees with a safe, honest, trustworthy, ethical, respectful and professional work environment. We believe in building friendly and personal long-term relationships by supporting our employees with ongoing training, continued growth and internal advancement while cultivating teamwork and diversity with a culture of inclusion from various experiences and backgrounds. Dedicated to providing security to our employees, we offer a comprehensive benefit program that includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life, 401(k), retirement contribution (pension plan) and more.

Join our team and help shape the present and future of North America’s energy infrastructure with a career at Kinder Morgan.

The Engineering Design group is seeking a Measurement/Mechanical Engineer to support Intrastate Natural Gas pipeline projects through project execution and operational support.

What You Will Do

Position Description: Provide engineering support in all areas of natural gas measurement and related equipment. The individual will be an engineering resource to the midstream pipeline department in support of measurement activities and must possess the ability to collaborate with a wide variety of people (personalities, skill and education levels, etc.) with tact, courtesy and professionalism.

The individual must possess skills used in the development of measurement projects including preliminary project scope and equipment sizing and selection. Responsibilities include meter sizing, sizing pipe, selecting/sizing control valves, selecting over-pressure protection (OPP) devices, gas sampling, odorant design, fuel gas skids for compressor stations, relief valve sizing, heater sizing, UL-142 tank design, familiar with pressure drop calculations, familiar with weld/heat maps and sizing/selecting filtration equipment. The successful candidate will be capable of communicating this information using well-developed written and verbal skills.

Additionally, the successful candidate will support Kinder Morgan Operations personnel in troubleshooting of issues at measurement, regulation/control facilities that include OPP review and calculations, for new/existing equipment evaluations.

What You Need

Position Requirements: Minimum Requirements/Skills/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering is required.


• A minimum of 5 years’ experience with gas measurement design is required.


• Review, recommend and evaluate the design, installation, and operations of gas measurement facilities to ensure compliance with DOT requirements while evaluating them for the optimization of efficient, safe and economical operation.


• Experience and knowledge in design, sizing, and selection of piping, fittings, valves, flow meters, etc.


• Working knowledge of natural gas measurement standards (49 CFR Part 192, ASME B31.8, AGA, API, GPA, etc.).


• Working knowledge of the sizing, selection and operation of orifice meters, turbine meters, PD meters, coriolis meters, rotary meters, ultrasonic meters and associated equipment.


• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and Process Flow Diagrams, including flow charts, cause/effect diagrams, P&IDs, and fabrication drawings. Must be able to create schematics and Bills of Material in support of projects.


• Must possess excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills. Must be accountable for completing tasks with quality, compliance with applicable codes/standards, and on schedule. Must be accountable to and take direction from managers and senior leaders.


• Ability to perform job responsibilities with minimal guidance or supervision. Ability to develop and coordinate work schedules, focus attention on details; follow and enforce policy and adhere to prescribed work practices is expected.


• Effectively interface and collaborate with other Company departments including Project Management, Procurement, Engineering, Business Development, and Operations to maintain the integrity of the Company’s infrastructure.


• Represent the Company in area of expertise with customers, suppliers, licensees, third party engineering firms, outside consultants, and industry associations.


• Plan, schedule, and coordinate detailed phases of engineering work while supporting the department and project managers with the goal of successful project execution.


• Assist with the commissioning and troubleshooting of measurement equipment and systems.


• Ability to take initiative and work with both company and non-company personnel to accomplish goals in a fast paced environment.


• Proficient PC-based skills including MS Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, Access) and engineering applications.


• Must possess well-developed analytical and problem solving skills to address complex technical matters.


• Create technical specifications, Engineering Standards, Construction Standards, and O&M Standards to increase department efficiency.


• Provide leadership and guidance to less experienced members of the group.


• Coordinate with Engineering and Field Operations on new ad changes to existing measurement projects to ensure proper selection and installation of equipment for custody transfer and material balance measurements.


• Prepare and coordinate engineering reports, calculations, studies, and presentations.


• Maintain regular, dependable attendance and high level of performance.


• S. Citizenship is required.


• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the Company.


• Travel is required (~25%).

Position may be filled at various levels depending on the experience and job skills of a successful candidate.

Why Join Kinder Morgan

Kinder Morgan is a large energy infrastructure company operating in North America. Access to reliable, affordable energy is a critical component for improving lives around the world. We are committed to providing energy transportation and storage services in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of the people, communities, and businesses we serve.

Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, family status, status as an individual authorized to work in the U.S., or any other status protected by law.

For more information about Kinder Morgan, our culture, opportunities available, and to join our Talent Community, please visit our careers site at www.kindermorgan.com.