Staff Engineer I

Job Description

Job Description

This job is ineligible for sponsorship

Title of position: Staff Engineer I, Process & Mechanical

Position type: Full Time

Pay range: $75,000-$84,000 Annual salary

(Compensation ranges are provided in good faith based on what we anticipate when researching wages for this position at the state and national levels. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range).

Location: Westminster, Colorado

About Kahuna

Kahuna is an energy-focused organization, driven by growth, project execution, and long-term relationships. We offer a fast-paced, collaborative, and rewarding work environment rooted in our core values: Integrity, Relationships, Innovation, Safety, and Empowerment . We are committed to creating a workplace that employees are proud to be part of — and one they can build a long and fulfilling career with.

About the Role

This is an entry level engineering position with no previous engineering job experience necessary. You will perform day-to-day technical engineering support for midstream oil and gas projects under the direction of Senior Engineers. You will gain critical skills to perform engineering calculations, equipment specification, and facilities design across the full project lifecycle. Project types include, but are not limited to: natural gas gathering, compression, dehydration, treating, NGL recovery, fractionation, storage, measurement, and utilities systems for such projects. Will report to Engineering Manager or Director of Engineering.

What You’ll Do

• Learn Control Valve and Relief Valve Sizing and Specification.
• Line sizing (Vapor, Liquid, and 2-Phase) and orifice Plate Sizing (Vapor & Liquid).
• Understanding of piping specifications, insulation sizing and specification.
• Learn Horizontal and Vertical separator sizing and specification.
• Understand and be able to operate BRE Promax from a blank page to a final product.
• Understand and be able to operate gas or liquid hydraulic modeling software from a blank page to a final product.
• Demonstrate improvement in technical writing, including correspondence via reports, emails, and general documentation.
• Understand and be able to operate Navisworks Freedom, allowing for basic integration between engineering and design.
• Basic understanding of P&ID structure, symbols and methodology. Includes ability to follow and understand basic process and control principles based on P&IDs and PFDs.
• Generate a piping isometric from scratch with BOM.
• Able to generate lists, specifications, RFQs and data sheets (ISA) for instrumentation based on P&ID and process model information.
• Participation in construction activities and communication with field personnel.
• Participation in facility startup activities and operating procedure creation.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering.
• Strong work ethic and willing to travel to field/project locations.
• Excellent communication and organization skills as well as attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and able to quickly react to changing priorities and deadlines.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Kahuna offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) participation
• Optional supplemental insurance coverage
• Paid Time Off and company holidays
• Access to onsite fitness facilities
• Opportunities for growth, mentorship, and professional development

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Next Steps

To apply, please provide a copy of your resume and cover letter and apply directly through our website at Kahuna is a DOT-regulated company; therefore, this position will require that the candidate pass an initial drug screen and background check upon hire. Must be eligible to work in the United States as this job is ineligible for sponsorship.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Kahuna is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.