Emissions Testing Engineer-Pipeline/Specialist-Engineering Tech

• Travel, (75% day trips), to Kinder Morgan sites for engine air emissions testing in the Williston Basin area. Travel will require transporting truck and testing trailer to and from sites.
• Travel (<25% overnight), to Kinder Morgan sites for engine air emissions testing across the system when needed, as well as to attend meetings, training and conferences. Weekend travel is occasionally required.
• This position has the opportunity, but not always guaranteed, to work a hybrid work schedule, when travel or other work is not required, with Monday through Wednesday in the office and Thursday and Friday at home.
• Maintain DOT logs when traveling with truck and trailer.
• Work in outdoor environments, in and around mechanical, industrial and electrical equipment.
• Lead and assist in the performance of state and federally required air emissions testing.
• Lead and assist in the maintenance and general upkeep of the testing group’s emissions testing trailers.
• Lead and assist in the development and submittal of permit required state and federal air emission test protocols and test reports before the mandated reporting deadline.
• Lead and assist with air permit reviews and data requests.
• Specify and procure instrumentation used in upgrades to the emissions trailers.
• Maintain inventory of equipment and calibration gases as well as maintenance and replacement schedules.

• A 4‐year engineering or science degree from an accredited school.

Job Requirements:

• Proficiency in basic engineering skills.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and maintenance of analyzers, generator, computers and related systems.

• Specific knowledge in natural gas compression engine operation.
• General knowledge of compressor stations, gathering system, and processing plant operation
• Knowledge of Wonderware InTouch, or other programming languages needed to communicate with the unit automation. Able to learn new programming skills as needed.
• Proficient in basic PC operations, including word‐processing and spreadsheets.
• 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&ID’s).
• Must be able to work cooperatively with a team, take direction from supervisor(s), adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details and follow work rules.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers.

• Must successfully pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination and maintain compliance with all DOT requirements to be eligible to drive a company vehicle.
• Must be capable of safely driving a ¾-ton pickup truck and transporting a gooseneck trailer between work locations.
• The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and complete background check, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed

Physical demands:

• Uses physical force to lift, push, pull and hold equipment/tools
• Required to climb ladders and work from arial lifts at various heights
• May work in a standing, sitting, lying down, crouched or kneeling position
• Routinely reacts to visual, aural and other signals, including alarms and instructions, and is required to visually inspect work
• Regularly bends, stoops, moves from ground level to higher levels, raises/lifts from ground level a load up to 50 lbs., manually transports a load up to 75 lbs., and applies up to 150 foot pounds of torque
• Regularly gets into and out of vehicles and rides over rough roads
• May be subject to work in hazardous conditions including hydrocarbon vapor, adverse weather conditions, and extreme temperatures

DOT Medical Qualification: This position requires the employee to meet applicable U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)/FMCSA physical qualification requirements and maintain required medical certification. Any employer-required medical examination will be conducted following a conditional offer of employment and in accordance with applicable law.

Preferred Experience, Skills and Knowledge:

• Recent graduate candidates

OR

• A minimum of two years practical experience in testing of emissions, equipment, or process
• Experience and knowledge with natural gas compression and/or processing facilities and equipment
• Knowledge and/or application experience with federal air regulations
• Knowledge of natural gas storage facilities and treatment processes
• Advanced computer skills
• Experience analyzing, adjusting, and making minor repairs on gas compressor engines, plant, and associated equipment.
• General knowledge of compressor stations, gathering system, and processing plant operations.
• Working knowledge of mechanical equipment.
• Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquids, and high pressure systems.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned. Position may be filled at various levels depending on experience and job skills of the successful candidate.

Kinder Morgan is a large energy infrastructure company operating in North America. Access to reliable, affordable energy is a critical component for improving lives around the world. We are committed to providing energy transportation and storage services in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of the people, communities, and businesses we serve.

Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, family status, status as an individual authorized to work in the U.S., or any other status protected by law.

For more information about Kinder Morgan, our culture, opportunities available, and to join our Talent Community, please visit our careers site at www.kindermorgan.com.