Liquid Measurement Specialist

We are seeking a highly skilled Liquid Measurement Specialist to join our team at Energy Transfer. As a key member of our Pipeline Operations department, you will be responsible for ensuring the accurate measurement of liquids in our pipeline systems.

• Lead meter station commissioning and start-up, ensuring compliance with industry standards and company procedures.
• Support project-commissioning teams in both home office and field, coordinating final handover to field operations and providing assistance for startup and performance/communication testing of facilities.
• Maintain expert-level working knowledge and understanding of liquid measurement processes and industry practices, primarily in NGL/Y-Grade measurement, refined products, and crude oil measurement.
• Develop and maintain a liquid measurement oversight program to ensure measurement of NGL, crude oil, and refined products is conducted in accordance with established API, GPA, and company measurement standards.
• Conduct measurement station audits of Energy Transfer and third-party facilities, as well as audit technicians and operation personnel to ensure a consistent approach to measurement policies, practices, data collection, and reporting.
• Represent the Measurement Department during project scope meetings to perform technical reviews of new pipeline projects and meter station designs/upgrades, providing guidance on proper equipment placement and specifications.
• Develop and revise Measurement Standards, SOPs, and Measurement Best Practice procedures relative to liquid measurement to keep them current with the latest industry practices and standards.
• Receive, investigate, and make recommendations toward the resolution of customer volumetric discrepancy claims.
• Conduct field and office training for measurement staff on liquid measurement subject matter and equipment.
• Monitor daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly liquid pipeline gains and losses discrepancies to ensure meeting Measurement Department annual LAUF goals.
• Work with Measurement Analysts and Material Balance managers to provide technical assistance and troubleshooting where required.

• Bachelor's or associate degree in a related technical discipline, such as Electrical & Instrumentation or Chemical Process Technology from an accredited post-secondary school.
• Extensive liquid measurement-related experience is a plus and may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• At least 6+ years of pipeline or facility measurement experience involving NGL/Y-Grade meter station design, including flow computer interface and configuration, meter proving, flare line, inferred Mass Measurement, and NGL liquid sampling.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and predominantly knowledge of NGL industry terminologies.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and conflicting priorities, well-developed communication skills, and demonstrated effectiveness in coordinating with other departments and external customers.
• Good knowledge of API, ASTM, and GPA Measurement standards and recommended practices, calculations, and guidelines.
• Must be flexible and able to work effectively in a team environment.
• Consistently maintain a professional and respectful demeanor/attitude with management, co-workers, customers, vendors, and regulatory agencies.
• Availability to travel throughout the region as required, in performing job duties.
• Stay current with relevant API, ASTM, and GPA liquid Measurement standards.
• Maintain a regular, dependable attendance and a consistently high level of performance.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Must possess basic math skills.
• Strong technical writing skills preferred.
• Ability to read P&ID drawings as well as comprehend and apply information in operating and equipment manuals.
• Experience with OMNI and/or Fisher ROC flow computer installation, troubleshooting, and configuration is desired. Experience with ABB FlowX flow computer is a plus.
• Good knowledge and experience of Gas Chromatograph application in hydrocarbon liquids pipeline and densitometry/pycnometer installation, troubleshooting, operation, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of liquid measurement devices, helical turbine, Smith PD, Coriolis, and Ultrasonic flow meters; pressure/temperature measurement instrumentation; Cliff Mock, Jiskoot, and YZ Samplers, pipe/ball provers, small volume provers, and Flow-Cal data processing programs.
• Skilled in use of common computer software such as Excel, MS Word, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of applicable EPA, DOT, RRC, OSHA, NEC, and API requirements and procedures.
• Well-developed verbal and writing communication skills and demonstrated effectiveness in coordinating with other departments and external customers.
• Self-driven, highly organized, able to efficiently prioritize and execute tasks as assigned.
• Must be able to work outdoors in extreme weather and safely perform work.
• Ability to work on weekends and holidays if needed; frequent travel is required.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent driving record with no more than 2 moving violations in the past 5 years and no more than one moving violation within the preceding 24 months.
• Consistently maintain and demonstrate a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets, employees, and the general public.