Measurement RTU​/EFM Engineer​/Specialist; Birmingham, AL

Position Description

The individual will provide design services and technical support for all electronic flow measurement (EFM) equipment used at Kinder Morgan natural gas measurement and control stations, and must possess the ability to associate with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy, and professionalism.

• Specify EFM equipment
• Specify peripheral equipment (enclosures, power supplies, solar power systems, transmitters, modems, cabling, terminal blocks, I.S. barriers, etc.)
• Write application programs for Emerson FB3000 products using FBx Designer
• Write application programs for Emerson Control Wave products using Control Wave Designer
• Write and interpret Function Sequence Tables (FST) for Emerson ROCs
• Evaluate new EFM equipment
• Work with vendors on EFM panel design
• Provide factory acceptance and site acceptance testing of EFM systems
• Provide engineering support to operations on a daily basis
• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues found in the field
• Use lab facilities to emulate and resolve issues found in the field
• Write documentation for EFM systems
• Train field personnel in use of EFM equipment
• Apply the company's design and operating philosophy within the field locations to meet corporate goals for safety, regulatory compliance, efficiency, and profitability
• Develop and generate project scope documents, schedules, cost estimates, budget forecasts as required with moderate direction from supervisor
• Effectively prioritize workload between several projects
• Significantly contribute to meeting business objectives by generating and implementing project ideas
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Other duties as assigned
• Job title/level of pay is commensurate with experience and skills of the selected candidate

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering from an accredited University, having a minimum of 5 years relevant experience.
• Applicants without an Engineering degree having ten years of relevant industry experience, will also be considered.

• Design practices, processes, and procedures related to natural gas measurement, which allow for managing by remote control.
• Intimate familiarity with one or more of the flow computer types mentioned in the Essential Duties and Responsibilities.
• Prior programming experience with one or more of the application programming languages mentioned in the Essential Duties and Responsibilities is strongly preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Possess project management skills used in the development of project documents such as project scope, schedule, budget forecasting, cost analysis, and risk identification/mitigation and be capable of communicating this information using well‑developed written and verbal skills.
• Travels 15‑20% of time to field sites and offices with occasional overnight stays.
• Carry a cell phone and be on‑call to respond to calls from Gas Control, field personnel or Management, related to operational problems on the measurement and SCADA system.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and diagrams such as P&, electrical, & process.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to company.

• Organize work for timely completion in meeting deadlines and be available for overtime work if required.
• Maintain functional and technical proficiencies.
• Bring a creative approach to problem solving and be able to translate creativity into practical application.
• Accurately scope out length and difficulty of tasks.
• Solve difficult problems with effective solutions.
• Take on new projects and shift priorities on short notice.
• Interpret and apply engineering principles, theories, and concepts.
• Advanced math skills and modeling.
• Proven ability to work in a team environment and provide technical support/direction.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Strong focus on safe work practices.
• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office Applications).
• Ability to prepare cost estimates and economic justification.
• Able to…