Engineer I, II, or III

ENGINEER I, II or III – Virginia Beach

This position is being posted as part of a job family.

The position may be filled at either the Engineer I, II or III level. Team Members who demonstrate advanced skills in terms of work experience, education and certifications may be eligible for the advanced grade.

Basic Function:

Under minimal supervision of more senior engineering staff, assists in the planning, design and development of technical standards for gas distribution infrastructure projects. This position is typically assigned to perform basic tasks and analysis on larger projects or perform standard tasks on all phases of smaller projects.

Higher grade levels will work independently on complex assignments. Tasks assigned to a more senior Engineer often involve the consistent recognition and development of new or improved products/processes or techniques that significantly impact how Virginia Natural Gas does business on a daily basis.

Position will be required to perform the following engineering disciplines:

• Design – Performs engineering assignments involved in the design of components, features or functionality of pipeline products and operations.
• Compliance – Conducts audits/reviews and tests to ensure compliance with government/industry regulations and standards.
• Systems – Performs engineering assignments involving gas operations, system modeling and system design.
• Project – Performs engineering assignments as part of a work team involved in planning, organizing, developing and managing complex projects.
• Mechanical/Maintenance – Performs engineering tasks involved in the planning and design of mechanical equipment and components and associated tasks involving maintenance of mechanical equipment.

Qualifications:

Engineer I:

Education and Experience:

Required:

• BA/BS in Engineering (Mechanical or Civil preferred)
• Valid drivers license
• 1-2 years of progressive Engineering experience

Skills:

Required:

• Project Management
• Ability to communicate with all levels in the organization
• Computer Assisted Design/Geographic Information System – basic proficiency
• MS Office – advanced proficiency

Engineer II:

Education and Experience:

Required:

• BA/BS in Engineering (Mechanical or Civil preferred)
• Valid drivers license
• 2+ years of progressive Engineering experience
• EIT certificate preferred

Skills:

Required:

• Project Management
• Ability to communicate with all levels in the organization
• Ability to impact and persuade in choice making.
• CAD/GIS – intermediate proficiency
• MS Office – advanced proficiency

Engineer III:

Education and Experience:

Required:

• BA/BS in Engineering (Mechanical or Civil preferred)
• Valid drivers license
• 7+ years of progressive Engineering experience
• PE certificate preferred

Skills:

Required:

• Project Management
• Ability to communicate with all levels in the organization
• Ability to impact and persuade in choice making.
• CAD/GIS – intermediate proficiency
• MS Office – advanced proficiency

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

• Exposure to all types of weather
• Travel: 20% – 25%
• Periodic Field Presence at Construction Sites, Municipals, Permit Offices etc.

+ Field exposure will allow the successful candidate to review work designs and engage with clients, customers and vendors

• Hybrid work schedule, in the office/on-site, 3 days per week and is subject to change at any time for business needs

Disclaimer: This information describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this job. The description is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees in the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to qualified disabled individuals for performance of essential duties and responsibilities.

About Southern Company Gas

Southern Company Gas is a wholly owned subsidiary of Atlanta-based Southern Company (NYSE:SO), Americas premier energy company. Southern Company Gas serves approximately 4.2 million natural gas utility customers through its regulated distribution companies in four states and approximately 600,000 retail customers through its companies that market natural gas. Other nonutility businesses include investments in interstate pipelines and ownership and operation of natural gas storage facilities. For more information, visit southerncompanygas.com .

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers and communities needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant’s qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Identification: 7233

Job Category: Engineering

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Virginia Natural Gas