Liquid Measurement Engineer (Colton, CA, Bradshaw, CA or Houston, TX)

Description

• Stay abreast of and maintain a working knowledge of applicable industry guidelines and regulations such as AGA, API, GPA, BLM, specifically the newer CFR orders pertaining to BLM, etc., and develop plans for addressing impacts of such.
• Provide liquid measurement technical support for NGLs, refined products, Crude Oil, CO2 for KM's processing and transportation assets.
• Provide guidance and expertise with physical setup of measurement equipment including RTU and communication equipment for the transfer of measurement data between field and office (SCADA/Measurement system).
• Provide technical guidance and expertise to Field Operations and Measurement regarding liquid measurement practices relating to new and existing interconnects, equipment installations, measurement issues/discrepancies, etc.
• Maintain and develop the operating standards and procedures that support quality liquid measurement practices in Field Operations and within the Measurement Department.
• Develop relationships with, and become the primary Measurement contact for, Field Operations, Measurement, Engineering, Project Management, Marketing, Business Development, and System Design to improve liquid measurement across assets.
• Provide assistance with the identification and resolution of issues concerning lost and unaccounted for product.
• Maintain a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public.
• Develop and, as appropriate, execute training plans and training content for Field Operations and the Measurement Department.
• Provide input and recommendations for the design and equipment standards used by the Company to enable quality measurement in Company facilities.

Requirements

• Direct knowledge/experience with physical setup of measurement equipment including RTU and communication equipment for the transfer of measurement data between field and office (SCADA/Measurement system).
• Strong analytical skills are required and must be able to maintain objectivity, resolve issues from multiple perspectives, and make recommendations based on results.
• Familiarity and ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical blueprints and diagrams, including flow charts, cause/effect diagrams, and Piping and Instrument Drawings (P&IDs).
• Must be self-motivated and capable of working with minimal supervision.
• Understanding of product and plant balancing process for liquids.
• Ability to train other resources in the areas of liquid measurement.
• Working knowledge of applicable industry guidelines and regulations such as AGA, API, GPA, BLM, specifically CFR orders pertaining to BLM, etc.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft applications, including but not limited to Outlook, Word, Excel, VISIO, Access, PowerPoint, PowerBI.
• Periodic travel with overnight stays (20 - 30% typical).
• 5-10 years of industry experience in measurement, ideally in hydrocarbon liquid measurement.
• Periodic visits to field locations with ability to move about industrial facilities and construction sites, including the use of steps, ladders, and scaffolding in varying weather conditions and working in confined spaces.
• Working knowledge in the transportation and processing of natural gas liquids and/or crude oil.
• Direct knowledge of AGA, GPA, API and other industry related standards for the physical measurement and calculated properties of pipeline gas liquid products specifically in the areas of including natural gas, NGL, crude.
• Assertive in pursuing difficult issues and bringing them to a timely and thorough resolution.
• Effective in setting and communicating goals and priorities and executing on them.
• Thorough understanding of measurement related calculations of gas and liquid.
• A Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited school of engineering; or equivalent industry experience with liquids measurement and measurement systems may be accepted in lieu of the degree requirement.
• 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.
• Ability to organize efforts and author a set of company supported standards relating to measurement processes for both field and corporate in the areas of gas and liquid measurement.
• Understanding of operating agreements, facilities interconnect agreements, and product allocation concepts.
• Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisor(s), focus attention on details, follow work rules, and adhere to work schedules required.
• Preferred 10+ years’ experience in hydrocarbon liquid measurement.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers.

Benefits

• Extended work hours occasionally required and expected, often on short notice or without notice.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance