Manager-Measurement Engineering at Tallgrass MLP Operations, LLC in Lakewood, Colorado
Posted in General Business about 2 hours ago.
Type: Full-Time
Job Description:
JOB DESCRIPTION
Primary purpose:
Manage and support the Measurement Engineering group. This team provides engineering services to all new and existing Tallgrass measurement facilities and pipelines, which include various assets for gathering, processing, and transportation of natural gas,crude oil, water, and CO2. Responsibilities include planning, design, implementation, commissioning, and ongoing support for measurement and control for new and existing facilities.Minimum requirements:
Education:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Engineering.
- A minimum of 8 years direct work experience in the energy industry.
- Subject matter expertise in the design and operation of measurement systems for interconnect facilities.
- Strong understanding of applicable AGA, GPA, and API-MPMS standards for Oil, NGL, CO2 and Natural Gas measurement.
- Advanced proficiency level in MS Office applications that may include but are not limited to Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel).
- Strong project coordination, prioritization, planning and management skills.
- Attention to detail and willingness to provide hands on engineering support.
- Excellent customer service skills and ability to work with all levels of management as well as employees in corporate and field offices
- Strong leadership skills with a history of leading teams to complete projects. A history of executing projects with challenging circumstances is preferred.
- Self-motivated and willing to learn new and changing technologies.
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong presentation and report writing skills
- Position requires up to 25% travel to site
- Must be able to perform all essential and marginal functions of the job.
- Must be able to work with a team, take direction from management, adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.
- Ability to successfully perform multiple tasks with strict deadlines.
- Ability to organize and prioritize daily work.
- Job level commensurate with experience and skill sets; position will be filled depending on qualifications, experience and skill sets of the successful candidate.
All of the physical requirements listed below are those that may be necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Sitting; standing; walking or moving throughout facility; driving; talking; seeing (specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus); hearing; feeling; bending or stooping; squatting or crouching; reaching; kneeling; pushing; pulling; lifting up to 25 lbs.
- Minimal safety hazards; general office working conditions.
- Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.
- The employee is regularly required to use hands to type, touch, handle, or feel. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
- Required to carry a cell phone, and be available to respond during working and non-working hours.
- The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, including credit report for certain positions, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.
- Must manage a group of engineering professionals.
PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
Above the minimum requirements; not required but advantageous in this position:
- Experience supervising or managing individuals.
- Experience with EFM programming and design.
- Understanding of Flowcal Measurement software.
- Utilization of condition based monitoring for measurement equipment.
- Background with formalizing facility interconnect agreements, especially as they relate to measurement and operation of the interconnect.
- Understanding of BLM regulations as it pertains to gas and crude oil measurement.
- Familiarity with regulations governing interstate pipelines systems; including, PHMSA Pipeline Safety Regulations (Title 49 CFR Parts 192, 195)
- Provide guidance and mentorship to promote an effective and cooperative team environment.
- Manage the group engineering workload on measurement related activities involving gathering, transmission, and processing of natural gas and crude oil.
- Provide direct engineering support as needed, especially on large capital projects.
- Act as technical resource and mentor for the measurement engineering staff.
- Lead effort to maintain Tallgrass' Engineering Standards, Construction Standards, Drawing Standards, and Operating & Maintenance Procedures as they pertain to Measurement engineering disciplines. Help ensure all standards and procedures are compliant with regulations.
- Monitor field L&U levels for achievement of departmental goals. Coordinate station audits as necessary to inspect field assets for potential losses.
- Develop and maintain meter diagnostic health tools and PI tools for monitoring the health of the installed base of meters.
- Coordinate the testing and evaluation of new products required for measurement purposes.
- Coordinate activities and provide support to other business units such as Project Management, Operations, System Design, OCC, Business Development, etc.
- Participate in review of 3rd party connection agreements to ensure equitable transactions from a design and operational perspective.
- Assist with departmental and project related budgeting and planning.
- Develop scope and justification for measurement related capital improvements.
- Collaborate with management to develop short and long term continuous improvement planning. Track and manage strategic planning on an ongoing basis.
- Responsible for performance management for all engineering direct reports. Work with employee to set employee goals and develop a strategy to assist each employee in the attainment of those goals.
- Keep abreast of industry trends, technology and changes. Participate in industry organizations as necessary.
- Communicate regular status reports on a variety of projects and activities
- Articulate and present ideas, proposals and results to upper management.
- Provide technical support as needed during working and non-working hours
- Deal with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy and professionalism.
- Speak clearly, both in person and by telephone, using a high level of verbal skills and listen carefully.
- Maintain a regular, dependable attendance and a consistently high level of performance.
- Will work non-traditional hours as needed.
- Maintain a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public.
- Other daily, weekly, monthly or special project duties as identified and defined.
- Other duties as assigned.
ABOUT US
Tallgrass was named one of the 2023 Top Workplaces USA and highlighted in Colorado's Top Workplaces for the past seven consecutive years. Tallgrass is a leading energy infrastructure company focused on safely, reliably, and sustainably delivering the energy and services that power our nation and enable our quality of life.
At Tallgrass, we value our teams and strive to create an environment where employees feel respected, and their contributions are valued. We aim to support employees' physical, mental, and financial well-being through a comprehensive Total Rewards Program.
- Industry competitive pay
- Health insurance package options that include Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
- Infertility Coverage
- Parental Leave
- 401(k) with up to a 6% match that vests immediately plus an employer discretionary contribution of up to 4%
- Wellness Programs and Mental Health Resources
- Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
- Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
- Vacation, sick days, paid caregiver leave, volunteer and bereavement paid time off
- Identity theft protection
- Annual discretionary bonus
- Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Company-paid holidays and floating holidays
- Company vehicle (if applicable)
- Employee discounts; vehicles, tires, cellular plans, and more
- Networking and employee engagement events
- Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests
Application Deadline: Recruiting timelines vary by position; however, all Tallgrass positions accept applications for at least five business days from the posting date. This position is open and still accepting applications.
Compensation: Compensation ranges are provided in good faith based on what we anticipate when researching wages for this position at the state and national levels. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.
Notice to External Search Firms: Tallgrass does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Tallgrass property; therefore, Tallgrass will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral. Approved vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific positions at Tallgrass's request only. A fully executed agreement with Tallgrass must be in place and current in these cases.
EEO Statement: Tallgrass complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations. Tallgrass does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or other status protected by law.
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