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Overview

Kinder Morgan, one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America, is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to support interstate natural gas pipeline, measurement, and compression projects. The role involves collaboration with various departments and external stakeholders, focusing on the development and execution of engineering projects.

Responsibilities

  • Support interstate natural gas pipeline, measurement, and compression projects.
  • Collaborate with various departments and external stakeholders.
  • Select and size air compressor packages, generators, filtration equipment, heat exchangers, flow meters, control valves, relief valves, and piping components.
  • Perform pressure drop calculations and design overpressure protection and emergency shutdown systems.
  • Create schematics and bills of material in support of projects.
  • Evaluate design, installation, and operation of facilities for compliance with codes and standards.
  • Prepare and coordinate engineering reports, calculations, studies, and presentations.

Requirements

  • BS in Engineering required.
  • Minimum 5 years of gas industry experience preferred.
  • Working knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards (49CFR Part 192, ASME B31.8, B31.3, AGA, API, GPA, etc.).
  • Ability to read and interpret process flow diagrams, P&IDs, mechanical piping drawings, and equipment fabrication drawings.
  • Proficiency with Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Bluebeam.
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD is a plus.
  • Must be a United States citizen.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record.
  • Must be able and willing to travel approximately 25%.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Disability
  • Life
  • 401k
  • Retirement Contribution

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
Disability
Life
401k
Retirement Contribution
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Certifications this posting mentions

  • ASME Section IX — the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code qualification. It covers welding on pressure-retaining equipment — boilers, vessels, and process piping — where a failed weld is a safety incident rather than a rework ticket.

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