Kinder Morgan, Inc. · 2 weeks ago
Operations Pipeline Engineer (Colorado Springs, CO)
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, 80903, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$89K/yr - $129K/yr
1+ years expKinder Morgan, Inc. is a leading energy infrastructure company, and they are seeking an Operations Pipeline Engineer. The role involves providing technical support in natural gas pipeline operations, managing multiple small pipeline and facility projects, and ensuring compliance with safety and engineering standards.
EnergyNatural ResourcesOil and Gas
Responsibilities
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
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
Other duties as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelors Degree
1 - 3 Years of experience in Engineering
Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering from an accredited University with 1-3 years direct work 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
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
Benefits
Health care benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental , and vision coverage
Flexible and Health Spending Accounts
Life and Accidental Death and Disability insurance
Supplemental Life and Accidental Death and Disability insurance for employee and dependents
Retirement benefits including a 401(k) with employer and employee contributions and a company-funded pension plan
Paid time off
Paid parental bonding time
Paid holidays
A flexible work schedule
Many voluntary benefit plans
Company
Kinder Morgan, Inc.
Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America.
Founded in 2000Chicago, Illinois, USA
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$830MKey Investors
ArcLight Capital
2025-03-21Acquired
2023-06-15Secondary Market
2021-02-22Secondary Market· $830M
Leadership Team
David Michels
Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Kenneth Grubb
Chief Operating Officer, Gas Pipelines
Recent News
2023-11-08
2023-11-04
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