Plains All American Pipeline

Hydraulic Engineer

LocationHouston, TX
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job


Job Type:


Regular

Plains All American is an industry-leading transportation and midstream provider specializing in transportation, storage, processing and marketing solutions for crude oil and natural gas liquids (NGLs). We own an extensive network of pipeline transportation, terminalling, storage and gathering assets in key crude oil and NGL producing basins and transportation corridors and at major market hubs in the United States and Canada. On average, Plains handles more than 6 million barrels per day of crude oil and NGL in its Transportation segment. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.

We are looking for highly-motivated individuals who enjoy working as part of a team in a dynamic and entrepreneurial work environment.


Job Purpose/Summary:

The Hydraulic Engineer is a member of the US Hydraulics group and creates and maintains hydraulic simulation models of Plains’ assets. The Hydraulic Engineer works and collaborates with Operations, Engineering, and Commercial conducting hydraulic analysis and recommendations.

The selected candidate will be eligible for company benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off (PTO), and Free Parking.


Job Responsibilities


Simulation

Develops, updates, and maintains simulation models using Synergi Pipeline Simulator
Validates and ensures the proper storage of the pipeline models
Runs and analyzes the simulation models to provide hydraulic recommendations


Transient Analysis

Analyzes transient scenarios and develops safe operating limits for the pipeline system
Writes and updates surge studies based on the results of the transient analysis
Works with Operations to determine acceptable paths forward to solve over-pressure concerns


Hydraulic Support

Provides recommendations for Engineering and Commercial in pursuit of opportunities
Troubleshoots operational issues on the pipeline systems
Works within the technical services group to develop operational solutions to various issues
Develops and analyzes energy saving ideas and optimization strategies


Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
1+ years of engineering experience.
Flexible, able to adapt to a change in work priorities and manage multiple projects with short turnaround time.
Cross-functional collaboration with others to identify solutions to problems while taking into account the priorities of all work groups
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Demonstrate guidance in implementing systems across a broad organization
Up to 10% travel to field locations and Operations Control in Midland, Texas
Cleared criminal history (background) and satisfactory reference checks
Compliance with the Company’s drug and alcohol policy including pre-employment D&A testing.


Preferred:

Experience with Synergi Pipeline Simulator
Pipeline Engineering or Operations support experience
Knowledge of pumps/valves/surge mitigation systems

At Plains, our employees are our most valuable asset. Hard work is rewarded with competitive compensation and a top-tier benefits program designed to keep our employees safe, healthy and happy. We work hard to deliver the best results to our stakeholders and we also respect our employees need for personal and family time, which is reflected in our benefits program.

Salary details estimated by job boards such as Indeed, Glassdoor, and LinkedIn do not represent Plains’ compensation structure. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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