Engineer I

State of North Carolina • Home-based Wake, NC

1d • $57,983 - $90,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The North Carolina Department of Commerce is the state's lead agency for economic, community and workforce development. The department works with local, regional, national and international organizations to fulfill its mission to improve the economic well-being and quality of life for all North Carolinians. The Department connects businesses with the site locations, workforce and infrastructure they need to succeed in one of the nation's top states for business. We also connect local communities with the grants and funding they need to attract new business and ensure future prosperity.

Are you looking to find meaningful public service work that will positively impact the residents of North Carolina? If your answer is yes, we want you to join our team at the Utilities Commission. The North Carolina Utilities Commission is looking for Engineer I. This position is assigned to the Gas Pipeline Section of the Operations Division of the Utilities Commission. The primary purpose of this Engineer I position is to demonstrate a high degree of organization, accountability for process and workflow management, and independent judgement. The Engineer I position requires analytical skills and a demonstrated passion for working with data to make conclusions and assemble related policy recommendations. We are seeking a proactive professional to pursue knowledge and acquire expertise in a variety of disciplines.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field of engineering from an appropriately accredited institution; Or; An equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated working knowledge or the ability to acquire knowledge of gas pressure-volume-temperature relationships.
• Demonstrated working knowledge or the ability to acquire knowledge of the maintenance requirements of natural gas pipeline systems.
• Demonstrated working knowledge or the ability to acquire knowledge of the materials, equipment, and parts used in natural gas pipeline construction.
• Demonstrated working knowledge or the ability to acquire knowledge of the techniques used in gas pipeline construction.
• Demonstrated working knowledge or the ability to acquire knowledge of the practices of civil, corrosion, and mechanical engineering as applied to the construction and operation of natural gas pipeline systems and facilities.

Nice To Haves

• Central North Carolina is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conducting field inspections throughout the State of North Carolina to evaluate compliance with state and federal natural gas pipeline safety regulations.
• Reviewing operator records, procedures, and documentation related to pipeline operations, maintenance, construction, and integrity management.
• Observing field activities and construction sites to assess safety practices and regulatory compliance.
• Documenting inspection findings and preparing written inspection reports and related compliance documentation.
• Assisting with enforcement actions, including follow-up on identified deficiencies and corrective actions.
• Performing analysis of program, industry, and utility trends; developing and tracking performance metrics; and reviewing state and federal legislation, rulemakings, and industry standards to support policy development and enforcement strategies.
• Researching and staying informed on local and national regulatory developments, rulemakings, and stakeholder concerns, and applying this knowledge to promote best practices and regulatory consistency.
• Providing technical guidance and participating in outreach efforts with regulated operators and other stakeholders.

Benefits

• 12 Annual Paid Holidays and monthly accrual of vacation and sick leave.
• North Carolina State Health Plan administered by Aetna.
• Supplemental Benefits including Flexible Spending Accounts, Accident Insurance, Cancer & Specified Disease, Critical Illness, Dental, and Vision.
• NC State Retirement (TSERS), 401(k), and 457 savings plans.
• WeSave Employee Discounts.
• Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level