Position Overview:
The Measurement Analyst performs a variety of critical tasks that will support the goals and initiatives of the Measurement Department and the corporation. The Measurement Analyst works with upstream and downstream business groups to ensure an accurate, complete, and timely transfer of required measurement-related information to downstream systems and customers. The Measurement Analyst works to identify and resolve problems and inaccuracies in measurement information that have a financial impact on the organization.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Utilize developed skills and knowledge to analyze measurement data, identify measurement data inaccuracies, and work with others to interpret and resolve such inaccuracies.
- Participate in the investigation and reconciliation of measurement discrepancies, measurement data issues including the investigation of lost and unaccounted for (L&U) gas and liquid on company-owned assets.
- Perform data analysis/audits of physical measured points on company assets.
- Analyze measurement data for completeness, identify trends, discrepancies, and other anomalies using historical trends and knowledge of other operational considerations.
- Research root causes and work with other resources to resolve measurement problems.
- Utilize the measurement system to analyze and adjust measurement corrections as required.
- Analyze and review measurement data/graphs, trends, and values to identify potential measurement inaccuracies.
- Review, verify, and resolve discrepancies on field meter calibration inspection reports.
- Acquire proficient knowledge of various meters, RTUs, calculations, etc., used in the volume determination process.
- Recognize and help to resolve missing data issues that occur in the transfer of data from the metering device into the downstream measurement and accounting systems.
- Retain accurate and complete documentation for measurement data edits and adjustments per department policies and procedures.
- Manage measurement information from third-party companies.
- Understand and follow volume adjustment guidelines set forth in the pipeline tariffs, general terms & conditions, operating agreements, contracts, and department procedures.
- Analyze measurement comparison reports and investigate discrepancies outside of defined tolerances.
- Complete and/or assist with point requests and point setup in measurement and accounting systems.
- Provide timely response to measurement data inquiries, data reports per requests from internal and external customers.
- Acquire and maintain a working knowledge of applicable industry-related standards and guidelines regarding the measurement of natural gas and liquid products (AGA, GPA, SOX, NAESB, BLM, etc.).
- Acquire an understanding of the corporation’s primary business models including the business functions of gathering, transporting, and processing of natural gas and liquids.
- Work with Measurement Manager and/or Supervisor to develop project plans, set goals, tactics, and timelines.
- Provide backup support for other team members as needed.
- Routinely produce various reports, summaries, and memos.
- Communicate effectively (written and orally) with team members and internal/external customers.
- Ensure personal conformity and support team decisions, departmental policies and procedures, and all mandated industry standards.
- Participate in special projects and assignments as delegated by management.
- Place priority on safety by attending safety meetings, acquiring knowledge of safety guidelines/goals, and working to ensure department and corporate safety guidelines are followed.
Job Requirements:
Education:
- Associate Degree or higher preferred
- Previous experience in a related field/industry may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Experience / specific knowledge:
- Measurement experience preferred, particularly in the areas of data collection, data editing, data analysis, and system balancing and lost and unaccounted for investigation.
- Intermediate to advance proficiency levels for Microsoft Applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams, etc.).
- Well-developed math skills including the ability to understand and apply mathematical equations, formulas, fractions, percentages, etc.
Certifications, licenses, registrations:
- Valid driver license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel).
Competencies, skills, and abilities:
- Possess excellent written and oral communication skills and communicates effectively with team members, management, and other business groups.
- Proficient in applicable software-related systems/tools required to perform specific job functions including applicable Microsoft applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams, etc.).
- Self-motivated, takes personal responsibility for developing proficiencies needed to effectively perform job functions.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Ability to work individually and in a collaborative team environment.
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and communicate with discretion.
- Place emphasis on attention to details and produce an accurate work product.
- Follow work procedures and rules and adhere to required work schedules.
- Adhere to department and corporate-level policies and procedures.
- Effectively prioritize work responsibilities and manage assignments, meeting established timelines/deadlines.
- Assertive in pursuing difficult issues and bringing them to a timely and thorough resolution.
- Apply analytical skills and use objectivity to resolve issues from multiple perspectives and make recommendations based on results.
- Readily accepts and adapts to changing work environment and activities.
- Formulates strong customer relationships with internal and external customers and provides excellent customer service by responding promptly and completely to all inquiries and requests.
- Possess a desire and willingness to seek out continued growth and learning opportunities.
