Engineer II or III: NGBU Distribution Engineering

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Depending upon the qualifications of the successful applicant, the hiring manager may elect to fill this position as an Engineer II or III

Job Summary

The NGBU Distribution Engineering group provides engineering services to support natural gas operations and annual capital improvement project work in North Carolina, South Carolina, Ohio, Kentucky and Tennessee. We work closely with Technical Field Operations (TFO), Distribution Project Specialists (DPS’s), and our Engineering Technical Services (ETS) group, who perform our in-house drafting services.

This group is staffed with versatile, high performing engineers, who are subject matter experts in regulator station design, meter set piping design, horizontal directional drills, maximum allowable operation pressure review, government relocation and management of the design phase of new projects.

We are now seeking to fill an open on the team to aid in engineering and support for our Operations Centers throughout OH/KY and provide support for our internal customers. Operational support of our internal customers includes engineering design work and appropriate material selection for mechanical and civil plan sets. In addition, we conduct annual compliance requirements required by the 49 CFR Part 192, as well as other duties as assigned.

Additionally, Distribution Engineers help to manage and oversee external design firms with respect to civil, mechanical, electrical, structural and AC mitigation plan sets designed by our Enterprise Engineer of Choice (EEoC) partnership firms. This includes design reviews and design direction to contracted design firms for 30/60/90/IFB/IFC submittal packages as well as other scope identified in RFP documents.

Responsibilities & Duties

Engineering design and support of both Capital and O&M projects for regulator stations and meter set stations.Provides engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis, and resolution of routine problems in area of expertise.Provides conflict analysis for government relocation plans as it relates to high pressure distribution assets.Assists in the accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring of work activities under the guidance of higher-level employees.Prepares thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations and sketches associated with the resolution of routine technical problems.Conducts basic engineering studies requiring little evaluation or ingenuity.Possesses knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices and procedures.Develops positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities. Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills. Maintains accurate records and files.Supports the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally.Participate in corporate initiatives and special projects.Other engineering duties as needed by the NGBU.

Basic/Required Qualifications: Engineer II

Graduation from a four-year college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program. A Master's degree in engineering will be considered in lieu of the B. S. engineering degree.Two (2) or more years of work experience doing engineering technical work or engineering adjacent work

Basic/Required Qualifications: Engineer III

Graduation from a four-year college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program. A Master's degree in engineering will be considered in lieu of the B. S. engineering degree.Four (4) or more years of work experience doing engineering technical work or engineering adjacent work

Desired Qualifications

Passing grade on the Engineering Fundamentals Exam with intention to achieve registration as a Professional Engineer.Understanding of basic/intermediate principles of engineering & project management.Experience in the utility industry.Understanding of basic/intermediate engineering theories and principles.Understanding of basic/intermediate practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations and proposing solutions.Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.Good written and oral communication skills.

Travel Requirements

5-15%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

No

Represented/Union Position

No

Visa Sponsored Position

No

Posting Expiration Date

Saturday, April 27, 2024

All job postings expire at 12:01 AM on the posting expiration date.

Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.

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