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Pipeline Engineer/MAOP Analyst Lead (Hybrid)

Job ID #: 28944 Location: TX-HOUSTON

Functional Area: Engineering Position Type: Full Time

Experience Required: 5 - 7 Years Relocation Provided: No

Education Required: Bachelors Degree

RC/Department: 0395 -PIPELINE DATA - MATERIAL RCRDS :KMI

Position Description

The Pipeline Materials Team within the Pipeline Data group at Kinder Morgan is responsible for verification of natural gas pipeline Maximum Allowable Operating Pressure with supporting traceable, verifiable and complete material and pressure test records pursuant to PHMSA regulations at 49 CFR Part 192 and Maximum Operating Pressure for liquid pipelines pursuant to PHMSA regulations at 49 CFR Part 195. This program is currently being executed with a team of data analysts responsible for collection, compilation, analysis, and verification of material and engineering records to support the pipeline MAOP/MOP. The successful candidate will report to the Manager of Pipeline Materials Team and will oversee 4-6 data analyst contractors in addition to supporting/leading the following activities:

• MAOP/MOP Records verification for pipelines, components and facilities;

• Represent the Pipeline Materials Team at PHMSA/internal Audits for pipelines;

• Respond to pipeline projects and internal engineering data requests;

• Analyze MAOP/MOP for high pressure pipeline segments;

• Improve verification processes and procedures;

• Train analysts, design Engineers, and field support personnel; and

• Integrate with other Teams of Pipeline Data Group to ensure timeliness and accuracy of pipeline data.

  Position may be filled at various levels depending on experience and job skills of the successful candidate

  Position Requirements

Position Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution;

• Pipeline industry experience of 5-7 years;

• Professional license or ability to secure license is preferred but not required;

• Prior experience in pipeline data and MAOP/MOP validation is desired;

• Familiarity with pipeline data systems such as PODS, GIS, etc.;

• Working knowledge of pipeline materials and yield strength calculation;

• Working knowledge of PHMSA 49 CFR Part 192/195 regulations;

• Occasional overnight travel to pipeline field offices;

• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel); and

• The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed

Other Necessary Skills:

• Fundamental knowledge of construction and operation of high pressure pipelines;

• Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with other groups;

• Excellent customer service skills and ability to work with different groups;

• High regard for personal safety, safety of company assets, and other employees;

• A valid driving license and a satisfactory driving record; and

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data management tools.

The position description provided above includes tasks of the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned from time to time. The successful candidate must be able to work cooperatively with a team, take direction from supervisor(s), adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details and follow work rules. The position may be filled at various levels depending on experience and job skills of the successful candidate. It should be noted that the successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed. This position has the opportunity to work a hybrid work schedule with Monday through Wednesday in the office and Thursday and Friday remote as well as a flexible work schedule such as 9/80.

Kinder Morgan, Inc. offers employees a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits offered for this position may include the following: 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 leave; paid holidays; a flexible work schedule and many voluntary benefit plans. Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, citizenship or status as a protected veteran or any other legally protected status

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.