Sr. Standards Engineer (Lead)

This position provides technical expertise for the development and publication of Southern Company Gas’ Enterprise-Wide Operating and Procedure Manual, Gas Construction Specifications, LNG Manuals, Storage Manuals as well as other Policy/Procedure documents. This position provides expertise, research, interpretation, and insight into regulations, codes and procedures for an array of disciplines including construction and maintenance, gas operations, engineering design, plant operations, leak operations, asset protection etc. The candidate will serve as lead on project teams to support the standardization efforts for all local distribution companies into an Enterprise-Wide Policy/Procedure.

Functional Expertise:

• Provides expertise, oversight, and analysis in the development of standards within Southern Company Gas
• Provides expertise, research, interpretation, and insight into regulations, codes, and procedures for an array disciplines including engineering design, plant operations, system maintenance, premise and appliance standards, pressure regulation, uprating procedures, welding, cathodic protection, leak survey, damage prevention, etc.

Business Acumen:

• Proficient at applying codes and standards as they apply to natural gas engineering. Codes include, DOT CFR 192/193, ASME B31.8 and API 5L.
• Maintains working knowledge of relevant technologies and best practices. Ensure engineering standards, methods and practices are in regulatory compliance.

Engagement:

• Acts as ‘gatekeeper’ for updates/reviews/enhancements of the following manuals: Operations Procedures Manual (OPM), Gas Construction Specifications (GCS), Liquified Natural Gas (LNG), Storage Manual, etc.
• Serves as project lead on procedure development, revisions and updates. Takes the lead on working with the Business Unit’s subject matter experts (SME) to develop enterprise standards. Will provide assistance to the Business Unit’s SME teams for implementation of the recommended procedures

Driving Results:

• Develops and drives program for change control review of operational standards and procedures
• Researches and evaluates operational performance, safety regulation, compliance and cost impact of proposed standards and procedures.

Qualifications

Education, Related Work Experience, Certifications/Licenses and Skills:

Senior Engineer

Required:

• BS in recognized engineering discipline from an ABET accredited institution
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive Engineering experience
• 3+ years’ experience in specialized engineering natural gas discipline
• Project Management
• Ability to communicate with all levels in the organization
• Demonstrate ability to establish and maintain working relationships
• Ability to influence and persuade in decision making
• MS Office – Advanced proficiency

Preferred:

• Professional Engineering License
• Project Management Professional Certification
• Technical Writing Proficiency

Lead Engineer

Required:

• BS in recognized engineering discipline from an ABET accredited institution
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive Engineering experience
• 4+ years’ experience in specialized engineering natural gas discipline
• Project Management
• Technical Writing Proficiency
• Ability to communicate with all levels in the organization
• Demonstrate ability to establish and maintain working relationships
• Ability to influence and persuade in decision making
• MS Office – Advanced proficiency

Preferred:

• Professional Engineer certification
• Project Management certification
• Technical Writing Proficiency

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

• The incumbent works in an office environment.
• The incumbent may/will work near or with moving mechanical parts.
• The incumbent may/will be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, or chemicals.
• The incumbent may/will be exposed to varying outdoor weather conditions.
• The incumbent may/will be exposed to excessive noise.
• The incumbent may/will be exposed to construction related activities
• This position occasionally requires prolonged standing or walking.
• This position occasionally requires the incumbent to reach above shoulder-level.
• This position occasionally requires the incumbent to bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• This position requires the ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Local travel.
• Occasional overnight travel
• Keyboarding required in approximately 40% – 60% of daily tasks

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 in the job. Reasonable accommodations 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), America’s 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: 7433

Job Category: Engineering

Job Schedule: Full time

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