Gas Engineer I

UnisourceEnergyServicesInc•Flagstaff, AZ

1d•$74,520

About The Position

Performs gas engineering studies and evaluates alternative designs or processes related to facilities. Specifies or validates gas materials and equipment for assigned projects. Creates and maintains statewide hydraulic models using Synergi Gas and uses model results to recommend system improvements and support budgeting. Supports UNS Gas initiatives and objectives, and ensures engineering practices and work comply with applicable local, state, and federal laws and standards, including Arizona Pipeline Safety Rules, 49 CFR Parts 190–199, API 1104, the Gas Engineers Handbook, and the Clean Water Act. The position supports GIS, pipeline design, as-builts, and Capital Improvement Project evaluation and redesign. It works with Right-of-Way, district, measurement, materials, standards, warehouse, and procurement personnel; produces construction drawings for interconnects, regulator stations, and large metering stations; and helps maintain safety in construction and maintenance activities. The role may respond to emergencies in the local service area, may provide services to company affiliates subject to the UNS Energy Code of Conduct, and requires occasional travel throughout UESG territories, including overnight or short-notice travel. Level II responsibilities additionally include capital and operating budget analysis, engineering calculations, gas system analysis and recommendations, materials standards and procedure development, material failure investigations, and inventory support. The posting includes qualifications and responsibilities for both Gas Engineer I and II; this title reflects the requested Level I role.

Requirements

The posting lists 1–3 years of experience in the gas industry or engineering field for Levels I and II.
For Level I, a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Civil Engineering is preferred; other engineering degrees and experience will be considered.
Basic knowledge of GIS/CAD applications.
Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to conduct productive meetings.
Critical listening, analysis, and problem-solving skills.
Effective time management, multitasking, and ability to deliver assignments on schedule.
Competence with Office 365 applications.
Ability to work independently and participate effectively in team projects within required budgets and timeframes.
Valid Arizona driver’s license.
Must submit to company pre-employment and DOT/PHMSA random drug testing as required.
Ability to travel, including overnight travel and on short notice.
Ability to adapt effectively to rapidly changing technology and business needs.
Adhere to the Company Code of Ethics and Principles of Conduct.

Nice To Haves

Gas utility experience or exposure.
Natural gas facilities construction experience.
For Level II: 3 or more years of experience in the gas industry and engineering field.
For Level II: Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Civil Engineering; other engineering degrees will be considered.
For Level II: experience with and working knowledge of GIS/CAD systems.
For Level II: competent knowledge of hydraulic modeling and system analysis applications; Synergi Gas is preferred.
For Level II: demonstrated effectiveness as a department lead and ability to define business solutions using appropriate technology or process solutions.
For Level II: working knowledge of DOT, state, and company policies and procedures, including applicable CFR provisions, Arizona Revised Statutes, Arizona Administrative Code, and company operations and maintenance, emergency, construction, engineering, measurement, corrosion, and general procedures.
For Level II: knowledge of applicable codes, standards, regulations, and fuel gas engineering practices.

Responsibilities

Perform gas engineering studies and evaluate alternative facility designs or processes.
Specify or validate gas materials and equipment for assigned projects.
Create and maintain Synergi Gas hydraulic models for statewide systems and use results to recommend system improvements and support budgeting.
Support UNS Gas initiatives and business objectives while ensuring compliance with applicable engineering practices, laws, codes, and standards.
Assist departmental staff with GIS, pipeline design, as-builts, and Capital Improvement Project evaluation and redesign.
Coordinate with the Right-of-Way Agent on local projects and with TEP’s Land Resources Department regarding right-of-way functions.
Support customer satisfaction, communication, and teamwork in a diverse work environment.
Manage company resources for programs related to safe construction and maintenance activities.
Interpret federal pipeline safety codes, ensure work complies with them, and provide management input on program changes needed for compliance.
Stay current on federal, state, and local requirements for natural gas pipeline operations and respond to emergency conditions in the local service area as necessary.
Design and create construction drawings for interconnects, regulator stations, and large metering stations in coordination with Measurement personnel.
Work with district personnel and provide support as needed.
Perform other related duties as required.
Provide services to company affiliates when applicable, subject to the UNS Energy Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Travel occasionally throughout UESG territories.
For Level II: forecast, prepare, and analyze annual departmental capital and operating budgets.
For Level II: perform engineering calculations such as SMYS, bending, external loading, and blasting calculations.
For Level II: analyze gas piping systems using Synergi Gas and recommend system improvements to District Managers.
For Level II: assist with materials standards and material descriptions for approved distribution and transmission system materials.
For Level II: assist with procedure and form development and edits.
For Level II: assist with material failure investigation and reporting, other engineering analyses, and statewide material inventory support.