Intern-Systems Engineering

JOB DESCRIPTION

What this Department does:

The Systems Engineering group is responsible for maintaining and utilizing hydraulic simulation models to determine the capabilities (capacities) of our natural gas transportation pipelines which includes six different assets. This group also collaborates closely with other departments within Tallgrass such as Commercial, Marketing, Gas Control, Field Operations, Regulatory/Legal, Measurement, and others in the design of new potential projects, whether it be a new facility request or an expansion of an existing facility. Systems Engineering can be considered the subject matter experts for the operations and processes of our natural gas facilities.What you will bring:

Education:

Student actively enrolled in an approved Bachelor’s degree program (Mechanical, Chemical, Petroleum) with expected graduation date of December 2024 through December 2025

Experience/Specific Knowledge:

• Proficiency level in MS Office applications that may include but are not limited to Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Passion for innovation and problem-solving, as well as a continuous drive to improve processes.
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new software applications and platforms.
• Strong communication skills both with engineer and non-engineering minded professionals.

What will make you stand out:

• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Ability to take on additional tasks and shift priorities on short notice.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to successfully perform multiple tasks with strict deadlines.
• Ability to think strategically and manage change.

What else you need to know:

Our internships are temporary full-time positions, in-person/remote hybrid at our Lakewood, CO office. We will host our Summer 2025 interns from May-August for 10 weeks.

Compensation And Other Benefits

• Pay Range $26.65-$30.69 USD Hourly
• You may be eligible for a stipend to subsidize housing costs
• The final pay for this role will depend on a variety of factors, including a specific candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and working location. The total compensation package for this role may also include overtime pay, paid time off, a housing stipend, and more.

What you will do:

You will work side by side with experienced professionals as contributing members of diverse work teams who bring vision and opportunity to the forefront. As a Tallgrass Intern, you will partner with various departments in support of multiple projects on existing assets and operations, as well as the exploration and development of new avenues and opportunities. The internship is intended to help you develop your work skills and knowledge while providing a link between your educational goals and career objectives.

You can expect to:

• Contract approvals.
• Capacity Management Dashboard validation.
• Capacity updates and change controls.
• Complete basic IRF SOW requests.
• Field visit(s).
• REX gradients
• Complete design capacity models for each pipe.
• Review and help validate updated TIGT model.
• Assist/shadow RTTM model work.
• Perform SS and transient analysis.
• Perform hydraulic modeling work for CO2 pipeline.

What you will learn:

• Hydraulic simulation modeling within the Nextgen Simulation platform (Gregg Engineering product).
• Specific operations related to Tallgrass’ six different natural gas transportation assets.
• Pipeline design (routing, diameter selection, HP sizing, determining process conditions for worst case design possibilities).
• Collaboration with non-engineering groups.
• Scope of work and high-level estimation documentation.
• Capacity management and interaction within the QPTM environment.

ABOUT US

Who are we?

Tallgrass is a leading energy infrastructure company focused on safely, reliably, and sustainably delivering the energy and services that power our nation and enable our quality of life.

What are we known for?

Tallgrass has been recognized consistently over the last 10 years as a Top Workplace, 7 years in Colorado and 3 years in the USA. Tallgrass has also been recognized for its Leadership and Work-Life Flexibility. We are proud to promote Tallgrass as a Top Workplace as we continue to build and nurture an inclusive and rewarding environment.

What do we value?

At Tallgrass, we value our teams and strive to create an environment where employees feel respected, and their contributions are valued. We aim to support our interns’ physical, mental, and financial well-being.

What’s in it for you?

At Tallgrass you will find:

• Industry Competitive Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Career Pathing and Industry Exposure
• Access to real world projects that impact our business
• Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals in the industry.
• A robust internship program that includes trips to our field locations, access to leadership and webinars focused on your skill development.

The fine print:

Application Deadline: Recruiting timelines vary by position; however, all Tallgrass positions accept applications for at least five business days from the posting date. This position is open and still accepting applications.

Compensation: 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. This salary range may also be modified in the future.

Notice to External Search Firms: Tallgrass does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Tallgrass property; therefore, Tallgrass will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral. Approved vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific positions at Tallgrass’s request only. A fully executed agreement with Tallgrass must be in place and current in these cases.

EEO Statement: Tallgrass complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations. Tallgrass does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or other status protected by law.
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