Gas System Planning Engineer

About the position

At the heart of our Company is a dedication to delivering energy that drives progress. We put people first, work to keep them safe and build trusting relationships. As a Gas System Planning Engineer, you will provide technical engineering expertise on all field operations projects including material and equipment specifications. You will have direct oversight and management of pipeline and distribution system design day model and all associated requirements. Your role will involve performing hydraulic modeling analysis as requested on distribution and transmission pipeline systems, supporting the development of new projects through the identification of required facilities in support of business development opportunities or customer requests, and calculating and maintaining station capacities while comparing them to current customer demand. You will also provide support to the Operations Services team in the development and execution of projects, assist with local agency permitting such as railroad and DOT, validate construction and as-built records for new operations projects, and support updates to existing engineering drawings, records, and material specifications for upgraded equipment. Additionally, you will become familiar with all new regulations and codes, perform RSTRENG calculations and analysis as required, assist during emergency situations and response, and help with section shut-down procedure development. You will also assist Operations with annual regulatory requirements, material and equipment specification approvals, material verification, and Contractor MSA management.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical engineering expertise on all field operations projects including material and equipment specifications
• Direct oversight and management of pipeline and distribution system design day model and all associated requirements
• Perform hydraulic modeling analysis as requested on distribution and transmission pipeline system
• Support the development of new projects through the identification of required facilities in support of business development opportunities or customer requests
• Calculate and maintain station capacities and compare to current customer demand
• Provide support to Operations Services team in the development and execution of projects
• Assist with local agency permitting such as railroad and DOT, as needed
• Validate construction and as-built records for new operations projects
• Support updates to existing engineering drawings, records and material specifications for upgraded equipment
• Become familiar with all new regulations and codes
• Perform RSTRENG calculations and analysis as required
• Assist during emergency situations and response
• Assist with section shut-down procedure development
• Assist Operations with annual regulatory requirements as needed
• Assist with material and equipment specification approvals
• Assist with material verification
• Assist with Contractor MSA management

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in engineering or engineering technology
• Minimum of 3 years industry experience and/or training as evaluated by management
• Valid Driver's License
• Proficient knowledge of natural gas pipeline operations and compliance requirements
• Ability to communicate technical requirements or concepts effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to understand and apply technical specifications, federal/state/local regulatory codes, and accepted industry construction or operations practices
• Familiarity with concepts and terminology related to the construction and maintenance of natural gas transmission facilities
• Proficient with computer software including Microsoft Office applications, Microsoft Projects, Synergi Gas Modeling Software, GasCalc, RSTRENG, and AutoCAD
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret engineering plans and specifications, technical procedures and manuals, and government regulations
• Develop thorough knowledge of ESNG pipeline system operations
• Knowledge of CFR 49 Part 192 and other industry regulations
• Understand DOT, railroad and other permitting requirements

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangement
• Competitive base salary based on successful candidate's background as it relates to the job requirements as well as internal equity considerations
• Fantastic opportunities for career growth
• Cooperative, supportive and empowered team atmosphere
• Annual bonus and salary increase opportunities
• Monthly recognition events
• Endless wellness initiatives and community events
• Robust and customizable benefit packages-choose what works best with your life. Options include generous 401k, medical, dental and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, compensated volunteer hours and MORE!
• Paid time off, holidays and a separate bank of sick time!