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Kinder Morgan, Inc. · 3 months ago

Civil/Facility Engineer - Savannah, GA

Savannah, GA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America, and they are seeking a Facility Engineer to manage a diverse range of activities at their LNG facility in Savannah, Georgia. The role involves project management across civil, structural, mechanical, and regulatory fields, ensuring safe and reliable facility operations.

EnergyNatural ResourcesOil and Gas

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Manage a dredging operation and a civil works operation at a large dredge spoils containment area

Manage bathymetric surveys

Manage dredging contractors (day dredge and large dredge (as needed)

Keeping current record of dredging costs and forecast (Dredge Tracker)

Pursuing possible alternative dredging options (direct injection, drag-bar, etc)

Manage usage of several containment basins (over 600 acres)

Manage DMCA contractor reclaiming dredge materials for use in building up dikes (approx. $2MM annually)

Usage of HYPACK and bathymetric surveying software

Activities coordinated with geotechnical consultants

Interact with the US Army Corps of Engineers and other regulatory entities

Provide cost forecasts and budget updates to management

Perform periodic foundation elevation surveys and bridge inspections based on current ASME standards and submit compliance reports to regulating authority. Includes elevation (settlement) surveys for storage tank foundations, major equipment, docks, storm surge wall, and LNG tank containment dikes (FERC compliance)

Manage LNG trenches accidentally contaminated ditches & storm water ditch maintenance program

Address structure settlement issues caused by soil subsidence

Address building repair needs (roof repairs, Admin Bldg. HVAC modernization, …)

Manage and oversee third party bridge inspections

Manage plant road repairs and improvements

Maintain a shoreline on the main shipping channel and mitigate against erosion

Perform ship-to-shore compatibility studies and mooring for vessels calling on the terminal

Plan and manage capital projects such as the retrofit of LNG dock dry chemical fire suppression systems

Manage various marine, civil, and infrastructure capital projects

Design and implement safety access improvements

Write and review specifications for best practices

Oversee the specifying, purchase and installation of a new ship gangway on the North Dock

Manage LNG tank insulation repairs (perlite injection)

Completed elevation surveys for tanks, major equipment, docks (FERC compliance)

Completed elevation surveys of Surge wall, MSE wall, and D-4 containment dike

Compiled ditch maintenance program

Repaired underground water leak at road crossing (Maximo)

Repaired warehouse ramp (Safety Action item)

Replaced SP-1 gate arms with longer arms (security)

Replaced H-1 glycol heater building roof

Established Conex, locations, contents, ownership and storm risks

Resolved US06 calibration cabinet settling issue

Resolved EER-110 roof leak

Replaced Control Bldg. conduit covers with sturdy metal plates

Submitted four-yr. plan for Admin HVAC

Compiled responses for FERC seismic inquiry

Resolved MI support issue with 4” FG valve V-4365

Compiled potable water line data for GA EPD

Replaced three N. Dock reaction cones

Demolished all six old fenders at River Dock

Saved turnaround time for the dredge during ship arrivals and departures. Met with tugboat provider and got them comfortable with the day dredge being securely moored in the Slip during ship arrivals and departures

Arranged for a large hydraulic dredge on very short notice to restore slip depths

Completed drag dredging trial

Qualification

Civil engineeringMarine constructionProject managementBathymetric surveyingMaximo softwareHYPACK softwareCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsTeamworkDetail-orientedProblem-solving

Required

B.S. in an engineering discipline is required

A minimum of seven years in the field management of civil and/or marine construction projects or Oil & Gas facility maintenance management including responsibility for planning and managing multiple diverse projects simultaneously including budget creation for the year ahead and forecasting cost at completion for ongoing projects

Must possess a valid driver's license and meet company insurability requirements

Must hold or be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card

Computer skills (competent in MS Office, various operating systems, and other company software)

Thorough knowledge of civil and mechanical maintenance and repair principles and their application in an operating facility

Working knowledge of applicable codes, regulations, and standards

Proficiency in HYPACK and bathymetric surveying software

Proficiency in Maximo database software (work order management)

Good verbal and written communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills and customer focus

Ability to work with a team, take direction from management, keep required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules

Strong project management skills, including planning, scheduling, forecasting, and budgeting

Ability to speak and understand English

Must be a U.S. citizen

Work is primarily performed in an industrial plant environment with exposure to potentially extreme weather conditions

Ability to climb and work from elevated platforms, ladders, walkways, and enter confined spaces

Must be able to wear all necessary PPE equipment including fire-resistant clothing and hearing protection

May work in low-lit areas

Occasional travel will be required. Travel will vary depending upon business needs

Be available for shift work when applicable

Must respond to and address callouts and emergencies after regular business hours including after dark hours, which may require carrying a communication device