Basic Function:

Responsible for various project engineering, project management, and problem-solving activities associated with large multi-faceted projects, including engineering, procurement, construction, and feasibility studies to support strategic objectives. 

This position may be filled at Engineer (Level 5) or Senior Engineer (Level 6).  Individuals who demonstrate advanced skills in terms of work experience, education, and certifications may be eligible for the more advanced position. 

 Representative Duties and Responsibilities:  

• Performs engineering assignments involved in the design and construction of natural gas infrastructure, including gas processing and storage facilities, compressor stations, and LNG plant facilities.   
• Provides technical support through the use of simulations/modeling to support expansions and changes (pipeline, compression, storage, metering and regulation, interconnects, and corrosion control)
• Directs, evaluates and reviews the documentation of technical specifications and requirements.
• Performs review of engineered drawings to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local code regulations and with corporate standards and specifications
• Develop statement of work documents to secure and manage engineering service providers, inspectors, and other technical resources that may be needed to develop the project. Approves material specifications.
• Manages outside engineering services to ensure project goals are met on complex or high-cost jobs. 
• Demonstrates proficiency in applying codes and standards to perform natural gas engineering, plant construction, and operation.
• Serves as project manager; assists in determining project objectives on the development of a comprehensive project design, outlines project requirements, assigns tasks, coordinates project activities with other operating units to facilitate participation of appropriate staff on project, supervises progress to ensure objectives are met.     
• Maintains working knowledge of relevant technologies and best practices. Ensure engineering standards, methods and practices are in regulatory compliance.
• Develops design options or recommendations to improve system optimization.  Assesses feasibility of engineering solutions.
• Researches and evaluates operational performance, safety regulation compliance and cost impact of equipment and material utilization for gas systems. 
• Conducts research to complete studies and formulating proposals and recommendations. 
• Participates in procurement process to identify acceptable vendors and contractors. Evaluates bids and coordinate with other departments to ensure consistence with corporate standards. 
• Stays abreast of industry engineering and construction trends, implementing best practices into plans.
• Participates in design and process safety reviews of existing and grass roots facilities.
• Oversees or supports construction activities. 
• Develops engineering standards, methods and guidelines.
• Trains and mentors less senior engineers. Provides technical direction to project team members.
• Level 6 grade may have supervisory duties of other engineers.

Education, Experience, Certifications/Licenses:  Level 5

Required:

• BA/BS degree in engineering from ABET accredited university.
• 4 years of progressive engineering experience in project management, project engineering, or construction management of natural gas or other pipeline facilities.
• 1 + years familiarity and experience with natural gas safety regulations or utility pipeline construction practices

Preferred:

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certificate
• Degree in Civil, Industrial, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering

Education, Experience, Certifications/Licenses: Level 6  

Required:

• BA/BS degree in engineering from ABET accredited university.
• 7 years of progressive engineering experience in project management, project engineering, or construction management of natural gas or other pipeline facilities.
• 3 + years familiarity and experience with natural gas safety regulations or utility pipeline construction practices

 Preferred:

• Professional Engineering License (PE), Project Management Certificate (PMP), or Advanced Degree (MBA, MS, MA)
• Degree in Civil, Industrial, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering

Required Skills (All Position Levels)  

Required:

• MS Office applications - advanced proficiency
• Strong written & verbal communication skills
• Ability to communicate with all levels in the organization

Preferred:

• MS Project - intermediate proficiency
• CAD
• Hydraulic Modeling