Staff, Engineer

JOB SUMMARY:

The purpose of this position is to manage/train junior engineers and technicians designing capital improvements on natural gas distribution and transmission facilities within an assigned Division, as well as performing design duties on certain projects. These design activities include: regulator station design, public works relocations, pressure improvements, system renewal projects and meter set designs. This is a shared service provider role focused upon coordinating engineering, new business and construction activities for optimal design, execution and reporting as well as providing engineering support for assigned service center areas. The role will have as direct reports: junior engineers and/or design techs and engineering techs.

Functional Expertise:

• Trains and mentors less senior engineers and technicians. Provides technical direction to team members.
• Oversee and approve designs, by performing systematic reviews of work and answering questions on difficult issues.
• Works with Engineering Manager to prepare project prioritization lists used in the annual capital budgeting process.
• Directs less senior engineers and technicians in preparing designs, proposals, graphs, planning layouts and summaries designed to communicate project plans, progress or results.
• 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.
• Develops design options or recommendations to improve system optimization. Assesses feasibility of engineering solutions.

Business Acumen:

• Reviews engineering designs to provide for the most cost-effective long-term solution for project.
• Apply knowledge of pipeline design, meters, regulators and relief valves and procedures for sizing.
• Proficient at applying codes and standards as they apply to natural gas engineering. Codes include DOT 192, and Operations Procedure Manual.

Engagement:

• Collaborates with construction management, operations managers and technical services to produce effective designs.
• Manages staff performance and development for IPOs and Success Factors.
• Anticipates and identifies issues that put projects at risk. Implements corrective action.

Driving Results:

• Identifies and resolves obstacles/issues that put project at risk; Provides technical guidance for less senior staff.
• Tracks projects from concept through construction. Responsible for accounting for budget variances and reporting monthly metrics for the Division to Engineering Manager.

Education, Experience, Certifications/Licenses: Level 6

Required:

• BS in recognized engineering specialty, ABET accredited institution
• 5+ years of gas engineering or operations experience
• Engineering background with knowledge of gas engineering principles and theories, operation of gas distribution systems, and financial and statistical analysis
• Knowledge of DOT pipeline safety regulations

Or

• Equivalent academic education and experience

Preferred:

• Professional Engineering (PE) License
• Certified Project Manager

Specific Skills & Knowledge:

Required:

• Good technical and computer skills.
• Acting with a sense of urgency
• Strong leadership skill
• Ability to communicate with all levels in the organization
• CAD/GIS – basic proficiency
• MS Office – basic proficiency

Preferred:

• MS Project or Primavera
• SynerGEE experience
• AutoCAD or MicroStation experience

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

• The incumbent normally 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 approx. 40% – 60% of daily tasks

Southern Company Gas provides for the energy needs of millions of U.S. households and businesses. As the largest natural gas-only distribution company in the United States, with more than 150 years of history behind us, we’re working to ensure that Americans have access to an abundant, safely delivered supply of natural gas for decades to come. We offer our customers a wide range of energy services under one umbrella: seven regulated utilities as well as non-regulated businesses that offer retail, wholesale and storage services.

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy company serving 9 million customers through its subsidiaries as of Jan. 1, 2019. The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services . Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices below the national average. For more than a century, we have been building the future of energy and developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, advanced carbon capture technologies, natural gas, renewables, energy efficiency and storage technology. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation and a low-carbon future, Southern Company and its subsidiaries develop the customized energy solutions our customers and communities require to drive growth and prosperity. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and govern our business to the benefit of our world. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have been recognized nationally by the U.S. Department of Defense, G.I. Jobs magazine, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, Forbes and the Women’s Choice Award. 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.

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: 7540

Job Category: Engineering

Job Schedule: Full time

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