The Kinder Morgan Process Safety (PSM) Engineer/Specialist will provide technical and process safety expertise and leadership across Kinder Morgan organization. Facilitate the development and implementation of fit-for-purpose standards, procedures and associated processes, utilizing a risk-based approach. Provide subject matter expertise in the understanding, assessment and management of processes to reduce risk and foster the prevention of process safety events.
This key role will be mainly office based, and will require the ability to travel to multiple site specific locations.
Essential duties and responsibilities:
Partner and support Kinder Morgan Field Operations, Engineering and Maintenance to advise and assist the covered process locations establish and maintain processes to continuously improve process safety performance and compliance with OSHA's PSM and EPA's Risk Management Plan (RMP) regulations, including state and locate requirements.
Facilitate, organize and lead PHAs and related technical Safety Studies to ensure they address appropriate areas of Process Safety
Coordinate for areas of responsibility the maintenance and accuracy of Risk Management Plans
Provide technical and process safety expertise for Management of Change (MOC)
Continuously drive effectiveness of established Management of Change and Pre-Start-up Review processes as well as conduct periodic audits to assess performance
Develop and deliver process safety training to the Kinder Morgan workforce
Act as the technical and process safety subject matter expert for the Kinder Morgan organization.
Participate in, share lessons learned and determine process safety consequence status in incident investigations
Conduct safety and integrity analysis, quantitative risk analysis and facility siting surveys
Position may be filled at various title/level depending on experience and job skills of the successful candidate. Position Requirements
Minimum requirements:
Education:
Bachelor's degree or better in Chemical Engineering, Fire Protection & Safety Engineering, or other related field preferred. Related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
Experience / specific knowledge:
Knowledge and experience with relevant industry codes (e.g., OSHA 29 CFR 1910.119 and EPA 40 CFR Part 68), industry standards (RAGAGEP including NFPA, API, ASME, etc.) and regulations associated with process operations and engineering
5+ years' experience in PSM/RMP facility operations / pipeline safety
Experience in technical hazard analysis and risk assessment methodologies including awareness and interpretation of quantitative risk assessments
Strong understanding of relevant safety standards and regulations, including PHA, HAZOP, LOPA
Knowledge in safety studies including high consequence analyses (HCA), Facility Siting API RP 752, 753
Certifications, licenses, registrations:
Relevant technical and/or process safety training qualifications
Possess and maintain a valid driver's license and driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel)
Competencies, skills, and abilities:
Provide support and guidance to operations and engineering teams in implementing sustainable process safety programs and culture through knowledge of process safety practices, safety & engineering standards, and practical implementation methods
Proficient in using standard spreadsheet, word processing, and database software, including Microsoft Office suite.
Strong interpersonal skills, and ability to interact across multiple business units, including but not limited to: other employees, all levels of management, agencies, vendors and customers with courtesy and professionalism
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including experience providing training and interacting directly with federal, state or local officials
Perform multiple tasks with competing deadlines, successfully
Able to work efficiently in a team environment while also being able to work autonomously, as needed, to successfully perform the required and expected duties with minimal direct supervision
Capable of taking directions from supervisors, adhering to required work schedules, focus attention on details and follow work rules
Track and maintain corrective actions from site PHAs, incident investigations, compliance audits, site safety assessments and other PSM activities
Champion a culture of Process Safety excellence at the Company
Participate in identifying and evaluating process safety hazards/risks and recommend measures to reduce them
Read and manipulate P&ID's when required
Mentor others on industry process safety policies, procedures, guidelines and best practices
Physical demands:
Ability to stand; walk, sit, ascend/descend stairs, including vertical ladders and stairways
Extended periods of sitting may be required for extensive computer work
Working conditions:
30-40% travel is required and anticipated
Job level commensurate with experience and skill sets
May be required to work non-traditional hours as needed
Tasks performed indoors and outdoors in all types of weather conditions
The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and complete background check, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed
Preferred education, experience, certifications, skills, and abilities: Above the minimum requirements; not required but advantageous in this position:
Must have solid understanding of process safety elements, practical knowledge of leading hazard assessments and exposure to industry API Codes and Standards
Operational experience and knowledge of natural gas processing facilities, terminals or refineries and related equipment.
Other responsibilities:
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned.
Kinder Morgan, Inc. offers employees a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits offered for this position may include the following: health care benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage; Flexible and Health Spending Accounts; Life and Accidental Death and Disability insurance; Supplemental Life and Accidental Death and Disability insurance for employee and dependents; retirement benefits including a 401(k) with employer and employee contributions and a company-funded pension plan; paid time off; paid parental bonding leave; paid holidays; a flexible work schedule and many voluntary benefit plans.
Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, citizenship or status as a protected veteran or any other legally protected status.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
