Engineer I, II or III

Southern Company • Naperville, IL

7h

About The Position

The Design Engineer position for Nicor Gas assists in the planning, design, and
development of technical projects for gas distribution and transmission
infrastructure. The right candidate must be a self-starter, excellent
communicator, critical thinker and sound decision maker.

Natural Gas is an essential part of America’s Energy mix and a trusted energy
source for more than 70 million homes and businesses. This position is an
exciting opportunity for persons who enjoy the challenges of supporting the
construction of natural gas facilities.

Please note, this position is posted as a job family and may be filled at either
the Engineer, I (Level 3), Engineer, II (Level 4) or Engineer, III (Level 5).
People who demonstrate advanced skills in terms of work experience, education
and certifications may be eligible for the advanced grade.

As an Engineer in the design group, a typical day might include:

Performing assignments involving the designs for DOT conflicts, System
Improvements, Renewals, Relocations and New Business.
Planning and designing mechanical equipment and components involving
maintenance of mechanical equipment.
Developing meter and regulator set designs and sizing over-pressure
protection.
Collecting and evaluating records for use in uprating procedures.
Developing design options and guidance to improve the gas distribution
system.
Providing oversight and support for construction activities

This might be the job for you if:

You have a high level of interpersonal skills, with the ability to leverage
internal and external stakeholders to collaboratively accomplish tasks and
resolve issues
You have the ability and initiative to work in a self-guided and efficient
manner
 You have a customer focused critical thinking mindset with a demonstrated
ability to learn and become proficient in proposing solutions and completing
tasks.
You have excellent oral and written communication skills
You have the ability to work across a matrix organization structure with
horizontal and vertical teams

Requirements

• BS in a recognized Engineering discipline from an ABET accredited institution
• 0-2 years of progressive Engineering experience
• Project Management
• Ability to communicate with all levels in the organization
• Computer Assisted Design/Geographic Information System - basic proficiency
• MS Office - advanced proficiency
• 2 -4 years of progressive Engineering experience
• Ability to influence and persuade in decision making.
• CAD/GIS - intermediate proficiency
• 5 years of progressive engineering experience in gas standards and materials, project engineering or construction management of natural gas, pipeline facilities or other applicable industries.
• 2 + years familiarity and experience with Gas Safety regulations or utility pipeline construction practices

Nice To Haves

• Engineer in Training (E.I.T.)

Responsibilities

• Performing assignments involving the designs for DOT conflicts, System Improvements, Renewals, Relocations and New Business.
• Planning and designing mechanical equipment and components involving maintenance of mechanical equipment.
• Developing meter and regulator set designs and sizing over-pressure protection.
• Collecting and evaluating records for use in uprating procedures.
• Developing design options and guidance to improve the gas distribution system.
• Providing oversight and support for construction activities

Benefits

• Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees