Leak Detection Engineer

HF Sinclair Midstream is seeking a Leak Detection Engineer. This position conducts Leak Detection assignments and duties for the Engineering Department under limited supervision. 

Maintains computer-based transient model leak detection systems and pipeline simulation systems for liquid petroleum pipelines.

(functions considered essential as defined by ADA)  

• Maintains and configures the leak detection software models for pipeline leak detection


• Troubleshoots and supports pipeline hydraulic operations


• Participates in the development of specifications and recommendations for process control applications


• Configures software to support new functionality as well as participating installation and operation activities


• Provides support on matters requiring immediate diagnostic response on critical system outages


• Partners with Operations Control and Pipeline Integrity to determine assets and prioritization


• Monitors and tune the software leak detection models


• Assists in ensuring the leak detection and rupture detection systems meet all applicable regulations


• Maintains a dashboard with KPIs on the leak detection system performance


• Partners with engineers and management to implement API 1175


• Knowledge of a data historian


• Trains Control Room personnel on the leak detection system and pipeline hydraulics


• Gathers, analyzes, interprets, acts upon, and disseminates pertinent data from the SCADA system, pipeline leak detection system and data historians


• Maintains other SCADA-related layered apps as needed


• Accepts after hour calls


• Interfaces with operation departments to communicate and define their role in compliance efforts

Special assignments or tasks assigned to the employee by their manager, as determined from time to time in their sole and complete discretion

A minimum of seven years of job-related experience is required.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

Experience in pipeline modeling, SCADA, or leak detection processes. 

Understanding of pipeline instrumentation and knowledge in fluid dynamics and mechanics. Some college courses completed and intermediate knowledge of engineering concepts and ability to apply this knowledge analytically. Knowledge of Microsoft products such as Outlook, Word, and Excel is required.   Understanding of pipeline processes is required. Good reading, presentation; ability to effectively communicate with others, both written and verbal communication, and lead training classes.  Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, advanced level reading and writing skills.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

Working knowledge of Microsoft products and experience with engineering software is preferred.

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Time-Off
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with match
• Educational Reimbursement
• Parental Bonding Time
• Employee Discounts