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Kinder Morgan, Inc. · 1 month ago

OPERATIONS PIPELINE ENGINEER (NEW CANEY, TX)

Kinder Morgan, Inc. is a leading energy infrastructure company, and they are seeking an Operations Pipeline Engineer to provide technical support in natural gas pipeline operations. The role involves managing multiple small pipeline and facility projects, ensuring reliable operation, and collaborating with various internal departments.

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Responsibilities

Provide technical support in all areas of natural gas pipeline operations
The individual will be a technical resource to the region in support of pipeline, measurement, process, underground natural gas storage and compression activities and must possess the ability to associate with a wide variety of people (personalities, skill and education levels, etc.) with tact, courtesy and professionalism
The individual must possess project management skills used in the development of project documents such as project scope, schedule, budget forecasting, cost tracking/analysis, and risk identification/mitigation and be capable of communicating this information using well-developed written and verbal skills
Primary responsibility involves management of multiple small pipeline and facility projects and engineering studies
Daily activities include: Working with Operations, Engineering, Environmental Health & Safety, Accounting, Business Development, Gas Control, Land and Right of Way, Codes and Standards, and other internal departments to maintain reliable operation of pipeline and facilities, completing studies and reviews, assessing risk / benefit, generate recommendations and develop projects, quality assurance programs, etc. as required to achieve the task
Manage capital and maintenance projects with various deadlines and responsibility levels
Such projects include pipeline integrity inspection, remediation, testing and repair projects; pipeline construction, replacement & abandonment projects; and pipeline facility projects involving compression, automation and controls, measurement, corrosion mitigation, gas processing, encroachments
Generate project alternatives, cost estimates, secure project funding, accurately track and forecast project expenses, submit project closure documentation
Develop project scope documents, schedules, contractor bid documents, manage the bid process including job showing, select contractor, select and requisition materials, coordinate permitting, manage contractor activities and other project activities
Apply the company's design and operating philosophy within the field locations to meet corporate goals for safety, regulatory compliance, efficiency, and profitability
Review and manage projects in terms of economics, OSHA Safety, Kinder Morgan Engineering Standards, Construction Standards, and Operating and Maintenance Procedures
Travel to field sites and offices with occasional overnight stays
Some extended hours and after-hours work will be required
Requirement to carry a company-provided cell phone and be available to respond during working and non-working hours
Provide engineering support to operations on a daily basis
Effectively prioritize workload between multiple projects
Ability to take on new projects and shift priorities on short notice
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to company and its insurer
Other duties as required

Qualification

AutoCADNatural gas pipeline knowledgeProject managementAdvanced math skillsBlueprint interpretationCost estimationMicrosoft Office SuiteData analysisEffective communication

Required

Bachelors Degree
Less than 1 year experience
Advanced math skills
Effective written and oral communication skills
Strong focus on safe work practices
Read and interpreting blueprints and diagrams
Prepare engineering sketches and help develop construction drawings
Able to complete work assignments with little supervision in an acceptable time frame
Must be able to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules
Performing relief valve capacity calculations and sizing regulators and control valves
Investigation and root-cause determination of equipment failures
Develop knowledge of pipeline fabrication and construction techniques
Develop knowledge of hydrotesting of natural gas pipelines
Develop knowledge of natural gas storage facilities and treatment processes
Develop knowledge of natural gas pipeline regulatory codes and engineering standards
Conduct pipeline MAOP studies
Develop knowledge of high pressure natural gas pipeline construction and remediation
Develop knowledge of industry's regulatory compliance requirements and standards
Identify project alternatives, prepare cost estimates and project economic justifications
Computer knowledge: AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Suite, Data query and analysis
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to company and its insurer

Company

Kinder Morgan, Inc.

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Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America.

H1B Sponsorship

Kinder Morgan, Inc. has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (4)
2023 (4)
2022 (1)
2021 (1)
2020 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$830M
Key Investors
ArcLight Capital
2025-03-21Acquired
2023-06-15Secondary Market
2021-02-22Secondary Market· $830M

Leadership Team

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David Michels
Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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Kenneth Grubb
Chief Operating Officer, Gas Pipelines
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