Engineer, I, II or III

Southern Company•Naperville, IL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Engineer, Integrity Verification, is accountable for managing the Nicor Gas Dig Program. This position will assist the lead engineer with the Integrity Verification Program through detailed research and prudent evaluation of existing pipeline and related asset records and physical attributes based on codes, standards, and practices established by PHMSA, the Company, and Industry. As the assets are assessed, the Engineer orchestrates and directs subsequent actions, as necessary, including managing additional work to establish maximum allowable operating pressures. The role requires significant coordination with Transmission Integrity, Project Management, Construction, Land, GIS & Asset Data Services as well as precise documentation. The Dig Program will process all digs performed: manage all projects to meet all codes and standards ensure the SOW for each dig is followed review and provide feedback on designs by third-party and direct internally designed projects technical support to construction field activities including on-site support utilize digs (excavations) to cover multiple requests (if opportunistic) obtain Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) data satisfy TIMP assessment requirements satisfy Operations needs (corrosion, asset protection, etc.). Functional Expertise: Develop technical procedures, projects, and engineering designs, by interacting with staff and performing quality reviews to ensure designs meet PHMSA, State, and Company standards. Follow established Asset Development Processes (ADP) to ensure meaningful structure exists to meet departmental and company objectives. Work to establish and organize detailed historical records pertaining to gas system integrity. Track projects from concept through completion with responsibility for schedule and budget variances. Business Acumen: Develop permanent records and evaluation processes to an established standard. Design engineering solutions that provide the most efficient and cost-effective long-term solutions for ongoing issues with the gas distribution system. Ensure that applicable requirements and standards for reporting are followed. Assure compliance with Company policies & procedures. Identify and properly manage project risk. Engagement: Collaborate with Construction Management, PMO, GIS and Asset Data Services, System Integrity and System Planning leaders to produce effective solutions and designs. Track project metrics to ensure project completions are on time. Identify and track design scope changes (e.g. adequately documented, impact analysis, approved, etc.). Coordinate department and project meetings. Driving Results: Provide scheduling and budgeting support to ensure that budgeted projects are constructed within budget year. Develop project execution plans. Support departmental O&M goals. Participate in scorecard process for contractors. On time delivery for project designs.

Requirements

BA/BS in Engineering (Civil, Industrial, or Mechanical preferred)
1-2 years of progressive Engineering experience or any equivalent education and experience (for Level 3)
2-3 years of progressive engineering experience (for Level 4)
5 years of progressive engineering experience in gas standard and materials, project engineering or construction management of natural gas, pipeline facilities or other applicable industries (for Level 5)
2 years or more of familiarity and experience with Gas Safety regulations or utility pipeline construction practices (for Level 5)
Strong engineering and construction knowledge with natural gas distribution systems, natural gas transmission systems, gas engineering principles and theories, and DOT pipeline safety regulations
Knowledge of PHMSA Part 192, ASME B31.8, B31.8S and other codes related to pipeline integrity
Strong understanding of the integrity management assessment process
MS Office Suite – intermediate proficiency
Highly skilled working across functional organization for group coordination
Ability to communicate with all levels in the organization
Ability to influence and persuade in decision making.

Nice To Haves

Engineer in Training (E.I.T.) or Professional Engineering License (PE)

Responsibilities

Manage the Nicor Gas Dig Program.
Assist the lead engineer with the Integrity Verification Program through detailed research and prudent evaluation of existing pipeline and related asset records and physical attributes based on codes, standards, and practices established by PHMSA, the Company, and Industry.
Orchestrate and direct subsequent actions as assets are assessed, including managing additional work to establish maximum allowable operating pressures.
Coordinate with Transmission Integrity, Project Management, Construction, Land, GIS & Asset Data Services.
Process all digs performed.
Manage all projects to meet all codes and standards.
Ensure the SOW for each dig is followed.
Review and provide feedback on designs by third-party and direct internally designed projects.
Provide technical support to construction field activities including on-site support.
Utilize digs (excavations) to cover multiple requests (if opportunistic).
Obtain Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) data.
Satisfy TIMP assessment requirements.
Satisfy Operations needs (corrosion, asset protection, etc.).
Develop technical procedures, projects, and engineering designs.
Interact with staff and perform quality reviews to ensure designs meet PHMSA, State, and Company standards.
Follow established Asset Development Processes (ADP).
Establish and organize detailed historical records pertaining to gas system integrity.
Track projects from concept through completion with responsibility for schedule and budget variances.
Develop permanent records and evaluation processes to an established standard.
Design engineering solutions that provide the most efficient and cost-effective long-term solutions for ongoing issues with the gas distribution system.
Ensure that applicable requirements and standards for reporting are followed.
Assure compliance with Company policies & procedures.
Identify and properly manage project risk.
Collaborate with Construction Management, PMO, GIS and Asset Data Services, System Integrity and System Planning leaders to produce effective solutions and designs.
Track project metrics to ensure project completions are on time.
Identify and track design scope changes.
Coordinate department and project meetings.
Provide scheduling and budgeting support to ensure that budgeted projects are constructed within budget year.
Develop project execution plans.
Support departmental O&M goals.
Participate in scorecard process for contractors.
Ensure on-time delivery for project designs.