System Design Engineer (Hybrid) - Colorado Springs, CO

The System Design engineer is responsible for capacity management, operational support, and developing expansion designs for natural gas transmission systems utilizing pipeline hydraulic simulation models.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESIn this position, either directly or through others, the incumbent would have the following duties and responsibilities:Pipeline ModelingDevelop and maintain pipeline hydraulic simulation models to simulate the operations of natural gas transmission systems.Capacity Management and Commercial SupportUtilize pipeline hydraulic simulation models to determine steady state and transient seasonal pipeline system capacity, including available capacity based on existing contracted capacity.Supports Business Management in tracking and marketing system capacity.Work closely with Marketing and Contract Services to review and approve new transportation service agreements.Supports Business Development with expansion opportunities by developing new pipeline and compression system designs that meet or exceed all commercial expectations.Update company Electronic Bulletin Boards (EBB) with pipeline segment and receipt/delivery meter design capacities.Operations SupportPerform simulations of pipeline operations to identify and evaluate system configurations, compression selection, and facility modifications that result in improved system efficiency.Perform operational studies at the request of Gas Control which can be used for decision support for daily natural gas transmission system operations.Perform simulations of pipeline operations to determine the capacity impact associated with maintenance activities on the pipeline system.Perform transient simulations in support of the implementation of Rupture Mitigation Valves (RMV) as required by the new PHMSA Valve Rule.Regulatory SupportSupport FERC filings associated with new prior notice and Section 7c applications (Exhibit G, Resource Report 10 Alternatives, project fuel studies).Contribute to annual corporate reporting (Investor Analyst Presentations, FERC Peak Day Capacity Report [Form 549B], Form 2 and Form 567, SEC 10K).Work with Engineering, Commercial, Pipeline Management, Regulatory and executive management teams to optimize facility modifications and enhancements required to comply with new regulations.Develop horsepower utilization studies for Operations budget preparation.GeneralMaintain collaborative inter-departmental and cross-functional working relationships with all members of the department and with both office and field employees.Other duties as assigned.
Education:Bachelor's degree in mechanical or chemical engineering discipline with emphasis on fluid flow dynamics and/or thermodynamics. (may consider civil or electrical engineering degree based upon prior job experience)Experience:Five years of related work experience in the oil and gas industry to include:Experience with and knowledge of characteristics of compressible fluids and simulations of flow dynamics.Experience with and knowledge of computer modeling of compression and fluid flow in pipelines.Experience with the design, operation, maintenance and/or capital project support of natural gas compression facilities such as centrifugal and reciprocating compression, metering/regulation, and pipeline facilities.Familiarity with relevant design codes such as 49 CFR Part 192.Skill Requirements:Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.Strong verbal and written communications skills.Ability to work independently with limited direct supervision.Creative thinking.Experience using hydraulic simulations packages such as DNV Synergi Gas and/or Gregg NextGen/WinFlow/WinTran to model natural gas pipeline systems.Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office proficiency, VBA, SQL, Google Earth, GIS, SCADA and the ability to learn other programs quickly. Pay range is $89,000 - 161,000 per year. This position includes a discretionary annual incentive plan. Job level and pay commensurate with experience and skill sets.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.Application Deadline: 07/11/2024To be considered for any position, please go to https://www.kindermorgan.com/Careers/Job-Opportunities . Click Apply Now to Sign In or create an account to upload your resume.