EHS Engineer​/Compliance Audit; Hybrid - Lakewood, Colorado Springs, CO or Houston, TX

Position Description

Opportunity for a self-starter who enjoys working independently and being part of a valuable team within a fast-paced and streamlined entrepreneurial culture to conduct compliance audits of State and Federal regulations and Kinder Morgan policies at company-owned and operated facilities. Audit the full range of Kinder Morgan operations, focusing on environmental, health and safety (EHS) regulatory environments.

• Coordinate and conduct field environmental, health and safety (EHS) compliance audits at company owned and operated facilities to verify compliance with State and Federal regulations and Kinder Morgan policies.
• Prepare audit reports, including tracking and documentation of findings to completion.
• Develop recommended corrective actions and provide photographs to support audit exceptions.
• Promote the Company’s EHS philosophy and culture.
• Assist in the implementation of and adherence to the Company’s procedures.
• Work with field locations to identify solutions to audit findings.
• Assist in the development and enhancement of compliance review policies and procedures.
• Proactively plan, organize, and oversee assigned work.
• Deal with a wide variety of people and personalities with tact, courtesy, and professionalism across multiple business units, including but not limited to other employees, all levels of management, vendors, and customers.
• Articulate and present ideas, proposals, and results to various levels of management.
• Successfully resolve potential conflicts and foster a win-win atmosphere with internal and external customers.
• Write effectively and understand verbal and written communications.
• Speak clearly in person and by telephone, using a high level of verbal skills, and listen carefully.
• Maintain regular, dependable attendance and a high level of job performance.
• Maintain a high regard for personal safety, the safety of company assets and employees, and the safety of the general public.
• Other daily, weekly, and monthly duties and special projects, as assigned.
• Carry a cell phone and respond during working and non-working hours as required.
• Work non-traditional hours as needed.
• This position may be filled as an Engineer or Compliance Audit Specialist depending upon the qualifications and skill set of the successful candidate.

Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental or Engineering from an accredited academic institution is required.

• Working knowledge of EPA, OSHA, and DOT/PHMSA regulations, with the ability to make interpretations and apply systematically to potential deficiencies.
• In addition to the degree requirement, a minimum of 3-5 years of direct and active work experience in the environmental field.
• Oil and gas industry experience is a plus.
• Work experience in chemical and/or environmental engineering a plus.
• Experience in developing and presenting materials to various levels of management.

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel).
• Must possess or be eligible to acquire a U.S. passport.
• Must be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card.

• An intermediate to advanced proficiency level with Microsoft applications and database software, specifically including but not limited to Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills are necessary, including experience providing training and interaction with employees and all levels of management.
• Must successfully perform multiple tasks with strict and sometimes simultaneous deadlines.
• Must be able to work within a group, take direction from supervisor(s), exhibit excellent follow-through, focus attention on details, and follow the work process.
• Must also be able to work autonomously as the situation dictates.
• Ability to successfully perform the required and expected duties with minimal direct supervision.
• Must be able to perform all essential and marginal functions of the job.

• Must be willing and able to work around plant/production vessels and…