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Job Location drjobs

Denver, CO - USA

Yearly Salary drjobs

$ 134320 - 201480

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Hydraulic Modeling Engineer Natural Gas
Denver CO.
This position is responsible for technically evaluating thenatural gas gatheringpipeline systems from a hydraulic standpoint utilizing the following software packages: DNVs Synergi (SPS) Gregg Engineerings NextGen OLGA Multiflash and Pipesim for steady state and transient flow states in both single phase and multiphase flow regimes. This position will be responsible for all hydraulic modeling including capacity optimization and commercial/business development scenario modeling.
Additionally this role will assist and mentor other operations engineers within the group in the areas of peer review modeling and other engineering functions as identified. There will be frequent interaction with commercial/business development teams to evaluate potential expansion and/or acquisition opportunities which will require an ability to deliver and clearly communicate any technical analysis in a professional and timely manner often on a short timeline.

Essential duties and responsibilities:
Provide consultation and technical direction in hydraulic analysis and the design and implementation of technical products and systems.
Support configure and maintain hydraulic models for natural gas and liquids gathering pipelines using software such as DNV Synergi (SPS) Gregg Engineering NextGen OLGA Multiflash and Pipesim.
Evaluate model performance against actual pipeline data to identify improvement opportunities.
Collaborate with commercial/business development teams to model acquisition and expansion projects providing insights on hydraulic limitations and design needs.
Participate in front-end hydraulic analysis for projects and contribute to incident investigations.
Support leak detection field engineering automation and integrity teams with hydraulic modeling and operational logic.
Lead or contribute to the Management of Change (MOC) process and document best practices.
Recommend alterations to development and design to improve quality of products and/or procedures.
Communicate technical information effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences including management.
Consistently look to improve processes procedures and standards including working with the Engineering Records GIS & CAD and Operations teams when system information is not available accurate or up to date.
Assist and mentor engineers through peer reviews modeling support and technical guidance.
Support Field Engineering teams regarding surge relief design/settings and automated shutdown logic.
Work under direct supervision but display initiative and move toward requiring less supervision.
Deal with a wide variety of people with tact courtesy and professionalism.
Speak clearly both in person and by telephone using a high level of verbal skills and listen carefully.
Maintain a regular dependable attendance and a consistently high level of performance.
Will work non-traditional hours as needed.
Maintain a high regard for personal safety for the safety of company assets and employees and the general public.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimumrequirements:
Education:
Bachelors degree in Engineering (Mechanical Civil Petroleum Chemical or related field) from an accredited institution.
Experience/Specific Knowledge:
Minimum of 7 years of relevant engineering experience.
Strong proficiency with hydraulic modeling software.
Experience in natural gas gathering system design.
Advanced computer skills and familiarity with industry standards (DOT 49CFR192 API ASME ANSI NACE NEC) are advantageous.
Advanced proficiency level in MS Office applications including Excel Word Access PowerPoint and Outlook.
Certifications Licenses & Registrations:
Valid drivers license with a satisfactory driving record.
Ability to clear drug screening and background checks as required.
Working Conditions:
Must be available for occasional overtime and non-traditional work hours.
Required to carry a cell phone and be reachable during and outside working hours.
  • Occasional overnight travel may be required.
  • May be required to carry a cell phone and be available to respond during working and non-working hours.
Supervisory Responsibility:
None
PREFERRED EDUCATION EXPERIENCE CERTIFICATIONS COMPETENCIES SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Abovethe minimum requirements; not required but advantageous in this position:
Other responsibilities:
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned.

Compensation:
The salary range for this role is $134320-$201480/year
  • Industry competitive pay
  • Health insurance package options that include Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
  • Infertility Coverage
  • Parental Leave
  • 401(k) with up to a 6% match that vests immediately plus an employer discretionary contribution of up to 4%
  • Wellness Programs and Mental Health Resources
  • Employer-paid life insurance short-term disability and long-term disability coverage
  • Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
  • Vacation sick days paid caregiver leave volunteer and bereavement paid time off
  • Identity theft protection
  • Annual discretionary bonus
  • Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Company-paid holidays and floating holidays
  • Company vehicle (if applicable)
  • Employee discounts; vehicles tires cellular plans and more
  • Networking and employee engagement events
  • Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests

Employment Type

Full-Time

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