JOB SUMMARY
Provide process engineering expertise in support of optimization, operational, regulatory and project activities within the Natural Gas Gathering & Processing Facilities. Act as the technical lead for optimization, troubleshooting, and what-if analysis of the facility assets. Perform a multitude of process related duties to ensure processing plants and equipment are operating efficiently, effectively, and products are within specifications. These duties include process modeling, plant troubleshooting, identification and development of OpEx / CapEx projects, and Operations support.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Process Optimization working with Operations to monitor and recommend adjustments to plant processes
Troubleshoot operational problems to determine causes and solutions
Process model development and application as required to support Commercial requests, operations troubleshooting, and optimization
Maintaining, updating, and calibrating process models to ensure accurate representations of equipment and processes
Assist development and review of basic process design specifications in support of projects
Provide preliminary process design specifications for equipment and instrumentation. Coordinate and collaborate with manufacturers and suppliers to ensure that procured equipment and instrumentation is exemplary for its intended use.
Being a presence at processing facilities and soliciting input from Operations to identify issues, maintain high reliability, and increase asset performance. Provide preliminary scoping and development of projects to achieve these objectives
Provide ongoing process engineering support for plant growth and technical projects
Perform basic economic evaluations independently. Collaborate with personnel in Commercial, Engineering, and Operations to conduct in-depth economic evaluations.
Coordinate field studies and implementation of improvements
Provide technical support for matters related to process safety management including:
Management of Change (MOC)
Sizing, specification, and evaluation of overpressure protection systems
Hazard identification and resolution
Development and modification of operating procedures
Travel to processing facilities as needed (~25% anticipated)
Education
Experience
Experience at this level is typically attained with seven or more years of experience in engineering, operations and/or project management
Experience with and knowledge of hydrocarbon processing and related facilities design, construction, operation, and maintenance
Experience with process modeling software (ProMax preferred)
Experience utilizing various vendor equipment rating software (Ariel Performance, Fisher Valve Spec, KG Tower, etc.)
Experience communicating technical matters with Operations personnel and successfully implementing operational changes
Experience achieving goals and developing employee/team strengths, exhibiting a positive example and influence that leads to employee, project, and stakeholder successes
Experience in use and function of applications such as: Microsoft Excel, Project, Access, Word, etc.
Experience identifying, researching, understanding, evaluating, and prioritizing operational problems and coordinating appropriate action/response
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of: plant operations in the midstream industry, including cryogenic gas processing, glycol and molecular sieve dehydration, amine treating, and compression
Knowledge of: and understanding of operational functions and commercial relationships with the ability to anticipate functional and transactional impacts
Ability to: read and interpret governmental regulations, blueprints, contracts, manuals, specifications, surveys, charts, engineering studies, and other relevant reports and correspondence
Ability to: analyze and resolve issues and/or questions concerning engineering design and calculations obtaining assistance if needed on more complex design and calculations
Ability to: review complex engineering drawings and material.
Ability to: manage and prioritize multiple assignments with competing deadlines
Ability to: identify, plan and organize development of process improvement opportunities
Ability to: use logic and reasoning to identify alternate solutions or approaches to a problem
Ability to: apply math, algebraic formulas, and statistical methods
Ability to: interact, negotiate, advise, and communicate effectively
Ability to: operate office tools and equipment required
Ability to: communicate thoughts, ideas, information, messages, and other written information, which may contain technical material, in a logical, organized, and coherent manner
Strength Factor Rating - Physical Demands/Requirements
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Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Strength Factor Description - Physical Demands/Requirements
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Standing: Remaining on one's feet in an upright position at a work station without moving about (Occasionally)
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Walking: Moving about on foot (Frequently)
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Sitting: Remaining in a seated position (Constantly)
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Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling) (Occasionally)
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Carrying: Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder (Occasionally)
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Pushing: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force (Occasionally)
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Pulling: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force (includes jerking) (Occasionally)
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Climbing: Ladders, Stairs (Occasionally)
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Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling (Occasionally)
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Stooping: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist (Occasionally)
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Kneeling: Bending the legs at the knees to come to rest on the knee or knees (Occasionally)
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Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the legs and spine (Occasionally)
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Crawling: Moving about on the hands and arms in any direction (Occasionally)
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Reaching: Extending hands and arms in any direction (Constantly)
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Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with the hand or hands (Manual Dexterity) (Constantly)
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Fingering: Picking, pinching or otherwise working with the fingers primarily (Finger Dexterity) (Constantly)
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Feeling: Perceiving such attributes of objects/materials as size, shape, temperature, texture, movement or pulsation by receptors in the skin, particularly those of the finger tips (Constantly)
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Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas/information by means of the spoken word (Frequently)
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Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sound by the ear (Frequently)
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Tasting/Smelling: (Occasionally)
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Near Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less (Constantly)
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Far Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 feet for more (Frequently)
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Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are (Frequently)
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Vision: Color - The ability to identify and distinguish colors (Constantly)
Working Conditions/Environment
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Employee is subject to inside environmental conditions
Working Conditions
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Well lighted, climate controlled areas (Constantly)
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Frequent repetitive motion (Constantly)
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CRT (Computer Monitor(s)) (Constantly)
Travel
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Travel to other locations required
Driving
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Based on assigned tasks, employee may be assigned a company vehicle requiring the applicable driver's license
ONEOK is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, national origin, gender identity, disability, military/veteran status, genetic information or any other categories protected by applicable law.
The job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of ONEOK.
ONEOK is committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request an accommodation email [email protected] or call 1-855-663-6547.
Expected Salary Range
$90,000.00 - $136,000.00
