Measurement Analyst

Description

• Research and resolve measurement system validation errors.
• Analyze measurement comparison reports and investigate discrepancies outside of defined tolerances.
• Review, verify, and resolve discrepancies on assigned field meter calibration inspection reports.
• Acquire an understanding of the corporation’s primary business models including the business functions of gathering, transporting, and processing of natural gas and liquids.
• Organize, schedule, and conduct various meetings as required and accurately document meeting notes and action items.
• Apply analytical skills and use objectivity to resolve issues from multiple perspectives and make recommendations based on results.
• Share technical and procedural knowledge and help train other team members as required.
• Manage measurement information from third party companies.
• Formulates strong customer relationships with internal and external customers and provides excellent customer service by responding promptly and completely to all inquiries and requests.
• Recognize and help to resolve missing data issues that occur in the transfer of data from the metering device into the downstream measurement and accounting systems.
• Follow work procedures and rules and adhere to required work schedules.
• Utilize skills and knowledge to analyze measurement data, identify measurement data inaccuracies, and work with others to interpret and resolve such inaccuracies
• Work with Measurement Manager and Supervisor to develop project plans, set goals, tactics, and timelines.
• Assist with development and implementation of new measurement procedures and processes.
• Participate in team and department level meetings.
• Research root causes and work with other resources to resolve measurement problems.
• Participate in the investigation and reconciliation of measurement discrepancies, measurement data issues including the investigation of lost and unaccounted for (L&U) gas and liquid on company owned assets
• Ensure personal conformity and support team decisions, departmental policies and procedures, and all mandated industry standards.
• May be required to work occasional hours outside of normal business hours with limited notice
• Prioritize workload to ensure that critical locations are reviewed and completed by a designated time.
• Acquire and maintain a working knowledge of applicable industry related standards and guidelines regarding the measurement of natural gas and liquid products (AGA, GPA, SOX, NAESB, BLM, etc.)
• Utilize the measurement system to analyze and adjust measurement corrections as required.
• Effectively prioritize work responsibilities and manage assignments, meeting established timelines/deadlines.
• Retain accurate and complete documentation for measurement data edits and adjustments per department policies and procedures.
• Provide timely response to measurement data inquiries, data reports per requests from internal and external customers.
• Initiate, track and finalize requests for measurement adjustments from third party companies.
• Research and resolve exceptions identified in the data loading process.
• Acquire knowledge regarding the impact of measurement inaccuracies to balancing and to the company.
• Provide backup support for other team members as needed.
• Participate on special projects and assignments as delegated by management.
• Complete and/or assist with point requests and point setup in measurement and accounting systems.
• Understand and follow volume adjustment guidelines set forth in the pipeline tariffs, general terms & conditions, operating agreements, contracts, and department procedures.
• Adhere to department and corporate level policies and procedures.
• Work with downstream business groups and third-party interconnecting companies regarding the exchange of third-party measurement data.
• Place priority on safety by attending safety meetings, acquiring knowledge of safety guidelines/goals, and working to ensure department and corporate safety guidelines are followed.
• Analyze and review measurement data/graphs, trends, values to identify potential measurement inaccuracies.
• Actively participate in the research and reconciliation of lost and unaccounted for product on company assets.
• Develop proficiency in utilizing the SCADA interface to identify and analyze measurement discrepancies.
• Notify management of immediate and potential problems affecting the quality and timeliness of measurement data.
• Manage measurement volume adjustments utilizing the guidelines in the individual pipeline tariffs, general terms & conditions, and contracts and department procedures.
• Utilize advanced analytics tools—such as Power BI, Meter Spatialization, and LLM—to support investigations into measurement discrepancies and enhance data-driven decision-making.
• Place emphasis on attention to details and produce an accurate work product.
• Assist with system development, enhancements, system testing, documentation, and training.
• Routinely produce grammatically correct reports, summaries, policies, procedures, and memos.
• Work with management and assigned field technician to make appropriate volume corrections in the measurement system.
• Perform data analysis/audits of physical measured points on Kinder Morgan assets.
• Analyze measurement data for completeness, identify trends, discrepancies, and other anomalies using historical trends and knowledge of other operational considerations.

Requirements

• Measurement experience preferred, particularly in the areas of data collection, data editing, and data analysis.
• Proficient in applicable software related systems/tools required to perform specific job functions including applicable Microsoft applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams, etc.)
• Previous experience in a related field/industry may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Acquire proficient knowledge of various meters, RTUs, calculations, etc., used in the volume determination process.
• May be required to travel including overnight and /or weekends (5 - 10%)
• Readily accepts and adapts to changing work environment and activities.
• Well-developed math skills including the ability to understand and apply mathematical equations, formulas, fractions, percentages, etc.
• Effective in setting and meeting priorities and individual goals.
• Valid driver license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel).
• Possess excellent written and oral communication skills and communicates effectively with team members, management, and other business groups.
• Ability to work individually and in a collaborative team environment.
• Communicate effectively (written and orally) with team members and internal/external customers.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and communicate with discretion.
• Associate Degree from an accredited college.
• Intermediate to advance proficiency levels for Microsoft Applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams, etc.)
• Assertive in pursuing difficult issues and bringing them to a timely and thorough resolution.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Possess a desire and willingness to seek out continued growth and learning opportunities.

Benefits

• Hybrid work schedule may be available

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance