Specialist-Engineer/Tech

Kinder Morgan

Houston, TX

Estimated pay: Est. $45–$54/hr (market estimate, not employer-stated)

Shift: Full time

Overview:

The Measurement Lab Analyst will provide technical troubleshooting support, training, and assistance to Field Operations personnel for ABB 8206 and Daniel-Emerson 470XA, 500 and 700XA natural gas chromatographs (GCs) and other gas quality measurement equipment. Hands-on experience with both ABB and Daniel-Emerson online gas chromatographs is a key qualification for this position. The successful candidate should have a strong working knowledge of GC operation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and gas analysis. The

ability to troubleshoot and support both Daniel and ABB chromatograph platforms is an important function of this role. Additional responsibilities will include performing gas analysis using laboratory chromatographs, testing and calibrating field metrology equipment, supporting evaluation of new gas measurement and monitoring technologies, and developing and improving procedures within the Kinder Morgan Measurement Lab (KMML). The individual must be able to work effectively with a wide variety of people, personalities, skill levels, and educational backgrounds with tact, courtesy, and professionalism.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities

• Providing technical support and assistance to Field Operations personnel with ABB 8206 and Daniel/Emerson 470XA, 500 and 700XA gas chromatographs and other gas quality devices.
• Lead training classes on the operation and repair of the ABB 8206 and Daniel/Emerson 470XA and 500 gas chromatographs.
• Lead audits of field chromatographs, samples systems, and auxiliary equipment.
• Coordinate with vendors and Project Management to help design new meter sites.
• Choosing the right chromatograph\application for the measured gas
• Provide technical support for GC sampling systems, including troubleshooting, maintenance and system performance.
• Selecting the appropriate auxiliary equipment
• Assist field technicians in troubleshooting issues with field chromatographs.
• Phone support
• Field support
• Online support
• Review and validate GC site schematics to identify changes, discrepancies and operational requirements for site GC’s.
• Troubleshooting, maintaining, and supporting online ABB 8206 and Daniel/Emerson 470XA, 500 and 700XA gas

chromatographs.

• Performing gas analysis using laboratory gas chromatographs and gas quality analyzers.
• Reviewing GC analysis data and evaluating results for accuracy and acceptance into the measurement system.
• Testing, certification, and calibration of measurement test equipment.
• Supporting the evaluation and implementation of new gas measurement and monitoring technologies.
• Enhancing and developing laboratory procedures and work practices.
• Providing technical assistance to field personnel and other internal customers.
• Assist with troubleshooting SCADA communication issues involving Modbus, serial, Ethernet and other communication issues.
• Effectively prioritizing workload among multiple projects and assignments.
• Taking on new projects and adjusting priorities on short notice.
• Applying strong mechanical, electrical, and electronic troubleshooting skills.

Qualifications:

**Educational Requirements**

Must have experience with the ABB 8206 and Daniel-Emerson 470XA, 500 and 700XA gas chromatographs. An Associates or Bachelor degree in related field, such as Instrumentation & Electrical or Engineering, is preferred but not required. Candidates with 5+ years of relevant Measurement experience and demonstrated knowledge of natural gas measurement and gas chromatographs will also be considered.

**Skills/Experience**

• Demonstrated hands-on experience with both ABB 8206 and Daniel-Emerson 470XA, 500 and 700XA online gas chromatographs.
• Experience troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing ABB and Daniel-Emerson online gas chromatographs.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong knowledge of GC operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and gas analysis.
• Demonstrate knowledge of gas sampling systems, including GC sample system design, operation, troubleshooting, maintenance and performance evaluation.
• Working knowledge of flow computers, including their operation, configuration and integration with natural gas measurement systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot GC hardware, instrumentation, communications, and related measurement equipment.
• Ability to review GC analysis data and compare results against historical trends and expected values for acceptance into the measurement system.
• Experience operating electronic, pressure, and temperature test equipment, including Fluke multimeters and calibrators, Heise pressure instruments, and Crystal pressure modules.
• Strong logical, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Ability to maintain objectivity and make recommendations based on test results and data.
• Strong attention to detail and good record-keeping skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong commitment to saf