Engineer I, II, or III

UGI Corporation•Wilkes-Barre, PA

17h

About The Position

UGI Utilities is hiring an Engineer at the I, II, or III level to design natural gas facility replacement and upgrade projects. The Engineer identifies mains for replacement because of leakage, system reinforcement, or other operational needs, and supports their inclusion in the annual budget. The role develops constructable project designs and cost estimates, coordinates priorities and execution with capital construction teams, operations, and other stakeholders, and obtains or coordinates bids, permits, and materials. The Engineer provides technical advice throughout construction and supports field installation and operational needs. The role also serves as a crew supervisor on a rotating after-hours on-call basis. The position level is determined based on experience during the interview process. The Engineer reviews third-party roadway construction plans for conflicts and opportunities to coordinate system maintenance; researches company records and system conditions to plan facility replacements; designs replacement and betterment projects; and manages project preparation, construction coordination, and closeout. The position provides day-to-day engineering support during abnormal operating conditions, assists with emergency response plans, and represents the Company at meetings with government agencies, municipalities, contractors, and developers. Other assignments and projects may be directed by the Manager Area Engineering or Sr. Manager Area Engineering. UGI Utilities describes its compensation and benefits as competitive and comprehensive. The company also highlights a collaborative work environment, upward mobility opportunities, work-life balance, and a commitment to safety, service, integrity, diversity, sustainability, and inclusivity.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering.
Experience in an engineering position; the experience range depends on level: Engineer I, 0–2 years; Engineer II, 2–3 years; Engineer III, 4 or more years.
Knowledge of engineering and construction techniques and their application to natural gas industry regulations, materials, practices, and procedures.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Excellent computer skills, especially with mapping and technical programs.

Nice To Haves

Energy or utility experience is preferred.
Knowledge of or experience in project management is desired.
Background in AutoCAD or other computer-aided design programs is desired.
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification is preferred.
Future Professional Engineer (PE) licensure is preferred.

Responsibilities

Review state, municipal, contractor, and developer roadway construction plans for conflicts and opportunities to coordinate system maintenance with third-party construction.
Research internal records and assess system conditions using available mapping, optimization, and network analysis tools to plan facility replacements due to condition or pressure needs.
Coordinate design priorities, construction and operations concerns, staffing requirements, materials procurement, and permit applications with internal stakeholders.
Coordinate with Capital Project Management and Capital Construction teams on the design and execution of capital replacement and betterment projects.
Design replacement and betterment projects, including reliability improvements, operational replacements, and cast iron and bare steel distribution replacements.
Prepare complete, constructable designs using company manuals, applicable codes, existing field-condition data, and engineering software.
Develop project cost estimates and specify cost-effective design parameters; assist construction teams with bid packages and technical review of proposals.
Monitor pre-construction progress and ensure permits, materials, and other preparations are completed before construction starts.
Remain involved during construction and closeout, evaluate challenges and field design changes, monitor costs, and review as-built documentation for technical completion.
Provide engineering support to local operating areas during abnormal operating conditions and help develop emergency response plans.
After approximately one year of service and required training, serve as an after-hours Duty Supervisor on call approximately one to two weeks per year.
Represent the Company at construction and utility meetings with government agencies, municipalities, contractors, and developers.
Complete other work assignments and special projects as directed by the Manager Area Engineering or Sr. Manager Area Engineering.