Pipeline Control Simulation Engineer

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JOB SUMMARY

Job Profile Summary
This job is responsible for estimating, designing, developing, and supporting automation solutions including logic control programs and graphical interfaces. This position is also responsible for all aspects of the software development lifecycle for both package and custom developed pipeline simulation applications, including software design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance activities for Pipeline Control Operations.

The incumbent works under regular supervision while in training until proficient and applies acquired job skills, policies, and procedures to complete assignments/projects/tasks of moderate scope and complexity; exercises judgment within defined guidelines and practices to determine appropriate action. Although guidelines are established, the Simulation Engineer I position requires the ability to deal with occasional anomalies.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain software logic programs and graphical screens to automate functions for operations as prioritized by the business including creating and updating system documentation and training materials

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain training scenarios, including operating parameters and system response requirements

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on the documentation of application defects, enhancements and/or projects

• Consult with the users on the priorities, complexities and other impacts of the requirements. Provide time and cost estimates for proposed changes

• Identify opportunities to deploy existing solutions in other business areas (Leak Detection, Off-Line Modeling, Plant Operations)

• Coordinate and communicate development activities with other team members, infrastructure personnel, and vendors and communicate to management as appropriate

• Follow defined change control and compliance procedures associated with software development, including all required documentation and governance standards

• Interact with business users via consulting and training to assess and ensure effective use of technology solutions

• Provide assistance and analysis regarding control systems to commercial, operations, and engineering.

• Investigates methods to reduce hardware costs and labor expenses as they relate to automation.

• Provides automation solution estimates to operations managers, project teams, and others.

• Directs and oversees contract personnel in the designing and development of automation solutions.

• Provide project management, and construction oversight for assigned projects, including expansion, etc.

• Follow system documentation and training material to ensure that all projects meet quality, cost, and schedule objectives.

• Develop and present training on new or specialized equipment installed in projects.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering or closely related field

• Demonstrated knowledge of Python, SQL, Microsoft Office, Fluid Simulation software experience preferred

Work Experience

• Experience with modeling and simulation software (Fluid Simulation software, SPS, SynergiGas, DNV) to calculate and analyze hydraulic conditions on a system-wide network basis; knowledge of various vendor software and their capabilities preferred

• Background in Fluid Mechanics, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), multi-directional flow interactions, statistical analysis, research protocols and standards research, analyze technical data related to project design, materials and construction techniques, ADL scripting preferred

• Experience with simulation applications backend design preferred

• Reading and developing technical pipeline drawings and procedures: P&ID, PFDs, PHA, etc. preferred

• Experience with SCADA and ServiceNow applications including diagnosing and resolving technical issues including software, hardware, and network problems preferred

• Experience interacting, advising and communicating effectively

• Experience developing information, conducting meetings and making presentations preferred

• Working knowledge and/or demonstrated experience of multiple development languages and/or platforms preferred​

• Working knowledge and/or demonstrated experience in software development and programming concepts/techniques

• Working knowledge and/or demonstrated experience working with database management systems

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to: communicate effectively orally and in writing in English
• Ability to: work under time pressure, tight deadlines, and interruptions
• Knowledge of: all aspects of the software development lifecycle methodology and basic project management concepts
• Knowledge of: basic infrastructure concepts and how those concepts are impacted by development activities
• Knowledge of: pumps, turbines, and drivers along with general operating principles and modeling techniques/data for these devices in simulation software
• Ability to: translate operating scenarios and response procedures into operational and training scenarios/environments
• Ability to: understand process flow diagrams and schematics, to write technical reports and guidelines, and to interact with and contribute to enterprise systems
• Ability to: apply math, algebra, and statistical methods
• Ability to: communicate and/or exchange information or instruction; conduct oral presentations and/or meetings

Licenses and Certifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred

Strength Factor Rating - Physical Demands/Requirements

• 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

• Standing: Remaining on one's feet in an upright position at a work station without moving about (Occasionally)
• Walking: Moving about on foot (Frequently)
• Sitting: Remaining in a seated position (Constantly)
• Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling) (Occasionally)
• Carrying: Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder (Occasionally)
• Pushing: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force (Occasionally)
• Pulling: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force (includes jerking) (Occasionally)
• Climbing: Ladders, Stairs (Occasionally)
• Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling (Occasionally)
• Stooping: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist (Occasionally)
• Kneeling: Bending the legs at the knees to come to rest on the knee or knees (Occasionally)
• Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the legs and spine (Occasionally)
• Crawling: Moving about on the hands and arms in any direction (Occasionally)
• Reaching: Extending hands and arms in any direction (Constantly)
• Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with the hand or hands (Manual Dexterity) (Constantly)
• Fingering: Picking, pinching or otherwise working with the fingers primarily (Finger Dexterity) (Constantly)
• 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)
• Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas/information by means of the spoken word (Frequently)
• Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sound by the ear (Frequently)
• Tasting/Smelling: (Occasionally)
• Near Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less (Constantly)
• Far Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 feet for more (Frequently)
• Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are (Frequently)
• Vision: Color - The ability to identify and distinguish colors (Constantly)

Working Conditions/Environment

• Employee is subject to inside environmental conditions

Working Conditions

• Well lighted, climate controlled areas (Constantly)
• Frequent repetitive motion (Constantly)
• CRT (Computer Monitor(s)) (Constantly)

Travel

• Travel to other locations required

Driving

• 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

$76,000.00 - $114,000.00