Michael Sanders
About Michael Sanders
Michael Sanders is a Pipeline Controller with extensive experience in the natural gas and liquids transportation industry. He has worked for several companies, including Enable Midstream Partners and EnLink Midstream, and has a background in marketing from Oklahoma State University.
Work at Enable Midstream Partners
Michael Sanders has been employed at Enable Midstream Partners as a Pipeline Controller since 2019. In this role, he coordinates with operations to resolve transportation issues related to natural gas and processed liquids. His responsibilities include monitoring SCADA systems to manage natural gas pressures and flows, ensuring efficient pipeline operations. He also maintains detailed controller reports, gas logs, and compressor downtime records, facilitating effective communication with management.
Previous Experience in the Pipeline Industry
Before joining Enable Midstream Partners, Michael Sanders had extensive experience in the pipeline industry. He worked at Koch Industries as an Operator from 1996 to 2004 for eight years in the Enid, Oklahoma area. Following that, he served as a Pipeline Controller at Phillips 66 from 2004 to 2011 for seven years in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. Additionally, he was a Manager at Farmers Grain Company from 1990 to 1996 in Kremlin, Oklahoma, where he gained valuable management experience.
Education and Expertise
Michael Sanders studied at Oklahoma State University, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Marketing Management from 1985 to 1989. His educational background provides him with a solid foundation in management principles, which he applies in his current role as a Pipeline Controller. His expertise in managing pipeline operations is complemented by his experience in monitoring SCADA systems and evaluating pipeline maintenance schedules.
Current Role at EnLink Midstream
In addition to his position at Enable Midstream Partners, Michael Sanders has been working at EnLink Midstream as a Gas Controller since 2011. His role involves overseeing gas operations and ensuring the efficient management of gas flows. This dual role in the midstream sector highlights his extensive knowledge and commitment to maintaining operational efficiency in pipeline management.