ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

Primary Purpose:

Engineer, design, implement and maintain electrical power, control, instrumentation and automation systems, for oil and gas terminals and pipeline facilities. Manage and coordinate field/construction activities related to the implementation of electrical power, control and automation systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

- Design, selection and implementation of industrial medium/low voltage power systems for the operation of oil and gas terminals and pipelines equipment.

- Design, selection and implementation of industrial control and automation systems for the operation of oil and gas terminals and pipelines.

- Review, recommend and evaluate the design, installation, and operations of both medium/low voltage electrical power, control and automation systems.

- Ensure compliance with NEC, industrial and company standards requirements through engineering and design.

- Plan, schedule and coordinate detailed phases of engineering work while supporting the department administrative tasks and the overall project execution team, maintaining schedules and budgets.

- Effectively interface and integrate with other areas and company departments including Project Execution, Procurement, Engineering, SCADA, Business Development, and Operations during the execution of complex multi discipline projects.

- Interface with other technical/engineering disciplines to ensure the effective integration of electrical systems with the overall system design.

- Assist with the selection, commissioning and troubleshooting of electrical, controls, instrumentation and automation equipment and systems.

- Accountable for completing project tasks with high standards of quality and in compliance with applicable codes/standards.

- Accountable for completing projects on time and on budget as determine by project management.

- Represent the Company in area of expertise with customers, suppliers, licensees, third party engineering firms, outside consultants, and industry associations.

Position Requirements

Education:

Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering or equivalent from an accredited university is required.

Experience/Specific Knowledge:

- 1 to 5 years of experience leading industrial plant projects (terminals, refinery or chemical plants a plus) from an electrical engineering standpoint.

- Experience and knowledge in design, selection and requirements of low and medium voltage industrial power equipment, variable frequency drives, communication, control and automation equipment and systems.

- Create and review medium and low voltage One-Lines

- Create and review Motor Wiring Schematics

- Create and review Instrument Loop Drawings

- Create and review Control Panels Design and associated Bill of Materials.

- Review, Understand and Implement technical specifications, Engineering Standards, Construction Standards, and O&M Standards.

- Ability to initiate and plan the design of lighting systems, power distribution systems, motor control circuits, grounding, motor drives, instrumentation loops, Control Panels, Remote IO Panels and secondary systems (fire and gas alarm, dc circuits, etc.)

- Working knowledge of electrical codes and standards such as IEC, ISA, NEC, IEEE, etc.

- Prepare and coordinate engineering reports, calculations, studies, and presentations.

- Ability to take initiative and work with both company and non-company personnel to accomplish goals in a fast paced environment.

- Must be able to work with a team, take direction from supervisor(s), prioritize work schedule, focus attention on details, and follow rules.

- Proficient PC-based skills including MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS Power Point, and engineering program applications (ETAP experience will be a plus).

- Well developed analytical and problem solving skills to address complex technical matters.

- Ability to perform job responsibilities with minimal guidance or supervision.

Certifications, Licenses and Registrations:

- Must possess and maintain a valid US driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the Company.

- Must have, or have the ability to obtain, a Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC).

Physical Demands:

- Must have the ability to perform sedentary to light work, exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, or constantly lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

- Must have the ability to work in the outside, terminal/plant environment, in all types of climatic conditions.

- Reach overhead for items, stoop, bend and twist while working.

- Other physical activities include seeing, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing and performing repetitive motions.

- Visual acuity requirements include color, depth perception and field of vision necessary to prepare and analyze data, operate and computer and read

Working Conditions:

- Must be willing and able to work in a corporate office environment.

- Must be willing and able to work in the outside, terminal/plant environment, in all types of climatic conditions.

- Occasional travel to other field or corporate locations may be required depending on nature of ongoing work activities (approximately 5% to 10%).

- A satisfactory driving record as determined by the Company and a current, valid State driver's license are required.

- Subject to PHMSA compliant drug testing program.

- Extended periods of sitting may be required for administrative activities.

- Must be willing and able to carry a cell phone and to respond when contacted.

- Position may be filled at various levels depending on experience and job skills of the successful candidate

Kinder Morgan, Inc. offers employees a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits offered for this position may include the following: health care benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage; Flexible and Health Spending Accounts; Life and Accidental Death and Disability insurance; Supplemental Life and Accidental Death and Disability insurance for employee and dependents; retirement benefits including a 401(k) with employer and employee contributions and a company-funded pension plan; paid time off; paid parental bonding leave; paid holidays; a flexible work schedule and many voluntary benefit plans.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.