Natural Gas Field Engineer

Natural Gas Field Engineer (Job Family)

To evaluate, design, and estimate natural gas distribution facilities for new business, public and system improvement, and maintenance projects according to company standards and other applicable guidelines and codes. Natural gas distribution facilities may consist of main lines, service lines, and measurement & regulation equipment. The Engineer will provide technical assistance and support for Construction and Field Operations staff involved in the construction, operation, and maintenance of distribution facilities. Collaborate and coordinate efforts with key stakeholders on large distribution projects. 

Principal Duties and Responsibilities 

Evaluate, design, and estimate natural gas distribution facilities  

Prepare permit applications and easement requests  

Prepare detailed drawings  

Compile capital work order / job order packets  

Prepare budget estimates  

Report on project variances  

Support Operations employees in emergency situations  

Provide training and guidance to new personnel  

Act as liaison to state, county, and local government officials  

Conduct winter preparedness reviews  

Assist in contract bid documentation  

Maintain MAOP documentation 

Ensure safe and reliable delivery of energy services at best cost  

Meet or exceed internal/external customer expectations  

Actual project costs are within 10% of estimated costs  

Safe/efficient high quality engineering designs that comply with policies, practices, standards, and applicable codes  

Productivity and performance results that meet or exceed expectations  

Timely delivery of all facility designs  

Consistent communication with key stakeholders and business partners  

Ensure post and pre winter operation system reviews are held 

Required Qualifications for Position 

Bachelor's degree in engineering from a 4 year ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology) accredited program.  

Obtain EIT Certification within 2 years of hire date 

Valid drivers license

Applies to new hires or those transferring into any of the following gas engineering job families:  field engineering, design engineering; gas systems planning; standards 

Obtain P.E. license within 6 years of hire date for state primarily working in   

Strong communication and interpersonal skills. 

Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position 

Master's degree in Business or Engineering  

Professional Engineering license 

This position will be filled based off of the skillset of the candidate and will be filled as one of the below title:

• Associate Field Engineer 1 ($65,900-$99,000)
• Associate Field Engineer 2 ($77,400-$116,200)
• Field Engineer ($91,000-$136,600)
• Senior Field Engineer ($107,000-$160,500)

Relocation assistance is available for this position 

Disclaimer 

This description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.