Targa Resources

Area Engineer

LocationHouston, TX

About This Job

JOB FUNCTIONS AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Embody integrity, accountability, initiative, and respect in all correspondence and tasks performed.
Size and specify mechanical equipment, including separators, filters, tanks, heat exchangers, air coolers, pumps, compressors, treaters, and dehydrators. Select appropriate piping materials, diameters, and thicknesses to meet design requirements. Size and specify relief devices, control valves, and regulators.
Provide technical support to operations (including troubleshooting, debottlenecking and optimization, maintenance projects, Process Safety Management (PSM) compliance, PHA participation and action item resolution, DOT compliance, etc.)
Possess knowledge of midstream process controls and instrumentation, including controls narratives and cause & effect matrices.
Design gas and liquid piping, meter stations, compressor stations, and pump stations. Possess ability to interpret and design Process Flow Diagrams (PFD’s), Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID’s), Plot Plans, Piping Plans, and Piping Isometrics.
Develop station process simulations and material & energy balances using ProMax software
Develop scope of work/for-bid packages for engineering, construction, and commissioning activities. Track/forecast costs and milestone schedules and regularly communicate progress to project stakeholders.
Possess fundamental knowledge of midstream gas gathering and processing operations, including pig liquids handling, compression, glycol and desiccant dehydration, treating, hydrocarbon recovery, and condensate stabilization
Possess knowledge of codes, standards, regulations and best practices applicable to the midstream industry (including API, ASME B31.3/4/8 and VIII, DOT 192/5, NFPA, etc.)
Communicate effectively with internal and external team members (including safety, environmental, operations, construction, commercial, land/ROW, 3rd party contractors, etc.)
Complete projects through the entire project lifecycle, including: provide feasibility studies and Front End Loading cost estimates to commercial; generate AFE’s; perform detailed engineering and design; scope, bid, and manage construction and commissioning contractors; as-built drawings; and participate in pre-startup safety reviews
Proactively seek opportunities to learn and develop and to find solutions for maximizing value to the business unit
Continuously review assets to enhance safety, mechanical reliability, operational flexibility, and capacity.
Assure all Targa design and construction standards are satisfied
Assure Local, State, Federal and Targa Safety & Environmental regulations and policies are satisfied


MINIMUM ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

BS degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering from 4-year accredited university
Minimum 3-5 years of experience in natural gas gathering, compression, processing, fractionation, construction, and/or operations
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, and SharePoint
Ability to interface effectively with all levels within the company as well as organizations outside the company.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability and willingness to travel at least 25% of the time
Regular and reliable attendance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

5+ years of experience in natural gas gathering, compression, processing, fractionation, construction and/or operations.
Experience with acid gas handling and process equipment.
Process simulation and pipeline modeling experience with HYSYS, PROMAX, WinSim, WinFlow, Synergee, FlareNet, or similar applications
Experience with rotating equipment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Project
3+ year of experience in project engineering and/or project management

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Ability to lift, push, and pull 50 pounds
Ability to work in changing climate conditions and a plant environment
Able to work in close quarters: i.e., work while kneeling, squatting, sitting, climbing, and standing.
Follow and adhere to all applicable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) guidelines (ex: eye protection, footwear, hard hat, FRC)
The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.


BENEFITS & COMPENSATION:

Targa Resources offers a comprehensive benefit program that includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life, 401(k) plan with match, education reimbursement, annual bonus plan, paid time off, and several other benefits offerings.


EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

Targa Resources provides equal employment opportunities based on merit, experience, and other work-related criteria and without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We also strive to provide reasonable accommodation to employees’ beliefs and practices that do not conflict with Targa’s policies and applicable law. We value the unique contributions that every employee brings to their role with Targa.

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