Technical Services Supervisor - Longview, TX

Kinder Morgan; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dynamic leader to oversee a team of Engineering Technicians and Controls Engineering Specialists. This role involves providing technical guidance and ensuring safe operations of natural gas compressor facilities. The ideal candidate will excel in problem-solving, compliance with environmental regulations, and enhancing equipment reliability. Join a forward-thinking company committed to integrity and safety, where your contributions will make a significant impact on operational excellence and environmental stewardship.

Qualifications

• Experience leading engineering teams and managing technical projects.
• Strong understanding of natural gas compressor facilities and emissions regulations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise technicians in analyzing equipment performance and identifying improvements.
• Lead decision-making on automation and electrical solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Technical Guidance

Problem Resolution

PLC Programming

Root Cause Analysis

Environmental Compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Professional Engineering License

Tools

Wonderware HMI

PLC Systems

Job description

Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America, owning or operating approximately 79,000 miles of pipelines and 157 terminals. Our pipelines transport natural gas, gasoline, crude oil, CO2, and more, while our terminals store and handle various petroleum products, chemicals, and other materials.

Kinder Morgan is committed to being a good corporate citizen, conducting ourselves ethically and responsibly. We invest hundreds of millions annually in integrity management and maintenance to ensure safe operations and protect the public, employees, contractors, and the environment. Our operational performance surpasses industry peers in environmental, health, and safety metrics.

This position is posted at the following locations: New Caney, TX; White Castle, LA; Longview, TX. Please apply to only one location.

Primary Purpose

• Provide leadership and effective management to a team of Engineering Technicians and Controls Engineering Specialists.
• Offer technical guidance, problem resolution, design support, and supervision for the safe operation, maintenance, testing, and repair of natural gas compressor facilities, focusing on rotating equipment, controls, facility systems, and emissions regulation, in accordance with Company Standards.

Essential duties and responsibilities

• Supervise technicians in analyzing and reviewing equipment and facility performance, identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Lead decision-making related to automation, electrical & instrumentation, PLC programming, and Wonderware HMI solutions, including program enhancement and advancement.
• Analyze equipment failures, lead root cause investigations, and develop corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Guide division Operations Managers regarding plant equipment reliability and performance.
• Lead budgeting, planning, executing, and forecasting projects within the area of responsibility.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations (RICE MACT, greenhouse gases, OOOOa/b/c, Title V, etc.).
• Develop and review management of change (MOC) requests for equipment modifications or replacements.
• Participate in developing and reviewing project scopes, including drawing reviews, engineering design reviews, and Process Hazard Analyses (PHA).
• Coordinate with company personnel, contractors, and operations to accomplish assigned projects.
• Identify technical training needs for E&C Technicians and assist in developing and implementing training programs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.