Mechanical Design Engineer

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 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.

What You Will Do

• Position Description: The Engineering Design group is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support interstate natural gas pipeline, measurement, and compression projects. This individual will be a technical resource within the Engineering Design group and must possess the ability to collaborate with a wide variety of people in various departments with tact, courtesy and professionalism. This individual will also represent the Company with customers, suppliers, licensees, third party engineering firms, outside consultants, and industry associations
• The selected candidate must possess skills used in the development and execution of pipeline, measurement, and compression projects, including preliminary scoping and equipment sizing and selection. Responsibilities will include selection and sizing of air compressor packages, generators, filtration equipment, heat exchangers, flow meters, control valves, relief valves, and piping components. This individual should also be familiar with pressure drop calculations and should understand the design and implementation of overpressure protection and emergency shutdown systems. The successful candidate will be capable of communicating this information using well-developed written and verbal skills.

What You Need

Position Requirements:

• BS in Engineering required
• Minimum 5 years of gas industry experience preferred
• Working knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards (49CFR Part 192, ASME B31.8, B31.3, AGA, API, GPA, etc.)
• Ability to read and interpret process flow diagrams, P&IDs, mechanical piping drawings, and equipment fabrication drawings
• Ability to create schematics and bills of material in support of projects

Ability to evaluate the design, installation, and operation of pipeline, measurement and compression facilities to ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards and self-confidence to recommend any changes that might optimize efficient, safe, and economical operation while maintaining code compliance

Ability to create and maintain technical specifications, engineering standards, construction standards, and O&M standards to ensure code compliance and safety, and to increase efficiency

Ability to prepare and coordinate engineering reports, calculations, studies, and presentations

Should possess a working knowledge of the selection, sizing, and operation of air compressor packages, generators, filtration equipment, heat exchangers, flow meters, control valves, relief valves, and piping components

• Proficiency with Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Bluebeam
• Proficiency with AutoCAD a plus
• Must be able to plan, schedule, and coordinate detailed phases of engineering work
• Must be able to perform job functions with minimal guidance or supervision and to accomplish goals in a fast-paced environment
• Must possess well-developed analytical and problem solving skills to address complex technical matters
• Must be accountable for completing quality tasks on schedule and within budget while complying with applicable codes and standards
• Must be able and willing to take direction from managers and senior leaders
• Must maintain regular and dependable attendance
• Must be a United States citizen
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the Company
• Must be able and willing to travel (approximately 25%)

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.

Responsibilities

• Position Description: The Engineering Design group is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support interstate natural gas pipeline, measurement, and compression projects. This individual will be a technical resource within the Engineering Design group and must possess the ability to collaborate with a wide variety of people in various departments with tact, courtesy and professionalism. This individual will also represent the Company with customers, suppliers, licensees, third party engineering firms, outside consultants, and industry associations
• The selected candidate must possess skills used in the development and execution of pipeline, measurement, and compression projects, including preliminary scoping and equipment sizing and selection. Responsibilities will include selection and sizing of air compressor packages, generators, filtration equipment, heat exchangers, flow meters, control valves, relief valves, and piping components. This individual should also be familiar with pressure drop calculations and should understand the design and implementation of overpressure protection and emergency shutdown systems. The successful candidate will be capable of communicating this information using well-developed written and verbal skills.

Qualifications

• Position Requirements: BS in Engineering required
• Minimum 5 years of gas industry experience preferred
• Working knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards (49CFR Part 192, ASME B31.8, B31.3, AGA, API, GPA, etc.)
• Ability to read and interpret process flow diagrams, P&IDs, mechanical piping drawings, and equipment fabrication drawings
• Ability to create schematics and bills of material in support of projects
• Ability to evaluate the design, installation, and operation of pipeline, measurement and compression facilities to ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards and self-confidence to recommend any changes that might optimize efficient, safe, and economical operation while maintaining code compliance
• Ability to create and maintain technical specifications, engineering standards, construction standards, and O&M standards to ensure code compliance and safety, and to increase efficiency
• Ability to prepare and coordinate engineering reports, calculations, studies, and presentations
• Should possess a working knowledge of the selection, sizing, and operation of air compressor packages, generators, filtration equipment, heat exchangers, flow meters, control valves, relief valves, and piping components
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Bluebeam
• Proficiency with AutoCAD a plus
• Must be able to plan, schedule, and coordinate detailed phases of engineering work
• Must be able to perform job functions with minimal guidance or supervision and to accomplish goals in a fast-paced environment
• Must possess well-developed analytical and problem solving skills to address complex technical matters
• Must be accountable for completing quality tasks on schedule and within budget while complying with applicable codes and standards
• Must be able and willing to take direction from managers and senior leaders
• Must maintain regular and dependable attendance
• Must be a United States citizen
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the Company
• Must be able and willing to travel (approximately 25%)