Kinder Morgan
Specialist-Engineer/Tech– Saint Bernard/TOCA, LA
Kinder Morgan, Louisiana, Missouri, United States, 63353
Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America. We own an interest in or operate approximately 79,000 miles of pipelines and 139 terminals. Our pipelines transport natural gas, gasoline, crude oil, carbon dioxide (CO2) and more. Our terminals store and handle various commodities including gasoline, diesel fuel, jet fuel, chemicals, metals, petroleum coke and ethanol and other renewable fuels and feedstocks.
Kinder Morgan is committed to being a good corporate citizen and conducting ourselves in an ethical and responsible manner. We spend hundreds of millions of dollars each year on integrity management and maintenance programs to operate our assets safely and to protect the public, our employees, contractors and the environment. Operationally, we continue to perform better than our industry peers relative to environmental, health and safety measures.
This position can be based in one of three locations: White Castle, LA; TOCA, LA; Franklinton, LA. Only apply to one position/location.
Position Description
Support natural gas compressor station automation systems including but not limited to: industrial gas turbine / centrifugal compressor trains, internal combustion engine / reciprocating compressor packages and ancillary equipment including fans, pumps, air compressors, and cooling towers
Work with Automation Engineers in the design and implementation of projects utilizing major DCS, PLC, and Safety Systems or SCADA control system platforms while also working with Operations and the Technical Services Supervisor in troubleshooting, maintaining, and commissioning of both new and existing facilities
Work with Environmental Representatives in assessing engine and compressor performance / compliance
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Troubleshoot and resolve automation and compressor controls issues that cannot be remedied at the Operations level, such as failed starts, unit/station shutdowns, improper operation of equipment, etc.
Maintain and troubleshoot turbines, reciprocating engines, and PLC programs in unit and station controllers as well as ancillary equipment, Emergency Shutdown (ESD) and safety systems
Maintain and troubleshoot compressor station HMI node programs and provide direct support to HMI hardware
Provide technical input/assistance at key phases of capital projects (scoping, design review & commissioning)
Review and implement company standards where applicable in PLC programming and HMI development/programming
Support SCADA data transfer to Gas Control and company proprietary applications COMET II
Support multiple controls platforms including: WonderWare, RS Panel View, Allen Bradley, GE Fanuc, Reliance
Assist in the establishment/support of automation standards for reporting to Gas Control
Support and conduct technical training curriculum for Operations Specialists including E&C Technician advancement reviews
Provide technical advice and support to Operations Specialists and site leadership the basics of plant operations and troubleshooting
Identify opportunities and implement plans for improved performance and reliability of plant systems
Provide technical advice and support for third party vendors performing specialized work on plant systems
Provide support to Environmental Representatives and Company or Contract testing group in resolving emissions testing issues
Implement solutions and/or corrective actions to resolve issues generated by third party vendor Technical Service Bulletins
Actively participate on Area Reliability Committees and Safety Committees, as assigned
Successful applicant must be a disciplined, self-starter who is capable of working with minimal direct supervision
Supports the identification and prioritization of capital and O&M improvement projects
Regular and predictable attendance at established start time
Job level commensurate with skills and experience. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned.
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