MAOP Engineer III or Senior Engineer

Duke Energy Corporation•Charlotte, NC

18h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Transmission MAOP Engineer contributes to transmission pipeline safety by verifying that natural gas transmission pipelines and associated facilities have valid Maximum Allowable Operating Pressures (MAOPs) under Federal Pipeline Safety Regulations (49 CFR, Part 192, Subparts J and L). The role focuses on pipeline segments and facilities without Traceable, Verifiable and Complete (TVC) records, as defined in Sections §192.624 and §192.607 of the MAOP Reconfirmation Final Rule. For pipeline segments and facilities requiring MAOP Reconfirmation, the engineer assists with administration of records reviews, establishes reconfirmation methods under §192.624(c), develops project scopes of work, and maintains schedules to meet regulatory deadlines. For assets without TVC material records, the engineer assists with the Material Verification Program under §192.607 to obtain appropriate material records and support design MAOPs. The role also supports program metrics, status reporting, budgets, and budget updates. As part of an on-call rotation, the engineer reviews integrity dig results, conducts failure pressure calculations, and communicates timely repair decisions. The engineer collaborates with functional areas and contractors on planning, prioritization, data collection, and integration of field and program activities. The role requires effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring, as well as staying current on regulations, advisory bulletins, and technologies affecting the programs. The engineer provides technical expertise and guidance to identify, analyze, and resolve complex problems, considering long-term and system-wide impacts. This is one position that may be filled at Engineer III or Senior Engineer level, depending on the successful applicant’s qualifications. Work is hybrid after the onboarding period, with employees expected to live within a reasonable daily commute of a Duke Energy facility. Travel is 5–15%. Relocation assistance may be provided, as applicable. The position is not represented by a union and does not offer visa sponsorship; the employee must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

Requirements

Engineer III: Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program, or state registration as a Professional Engineer; a master's degree in engineering may be considered in lieu of the bachelor's degree.
Engineer III: Minimum 4 years of relevant engineering experience.
Senior Engineer: Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program, or state registration as a Professional Engineer; a master's degree in engineering may be considered in lieu of the bachelor's degree.
Senior Engineer: Minimum 5 years of relevant engineering experience and state registration as a Professional Engineer (PE), or minimum 6 years of relevant engineering experience without PE registration.
Ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.
For the hybrid arrangement, live within a reasonable daily commute to a Duke Energy facility.
Able to work under tight timelines, meet deadlines, and perform in stressful conditions.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Ability to deal with individuals from varied socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
Strong orientation toward safety, customer service, communication, and leadership.
Consistently exhibit a high degree of ethics.
Highly proficient with information systems and PC applications, including MS Access, Word, and Excel.

Nice To Haves

Passing grade on the Engineering Fundamentals Exam.
Experience in the natural gas or liquid industry involving transmission pipeline operations, construction, or design.
Working knowledge of 49 CFR, Parts 192 or 195.
Basic understanding of steel metallurgy, nondestructive inspection, and stress analysis.
Proficient in project management principles.
Proficient in engineering theories and principles.
Proficient in researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting recommendations.
Knowledge of processes and procedures within the department and organization.
Appreciation of diversity.

Responsibilities

Assist with administration and implementation of the Transmission Pipeline MAOP Reconfirmation and Material Verification Programs in accordance with 49 CFR, Part 192, §§192.624 and 192.607.
Manage the Facility MAOP Reconfirmation Program by identifying in-scope facilities, prioritizing and scheduling reviews, and managing contractors conducting data collection for assets with missing data.
Establish Facility MAOP Reconfirmation methods, develop charter scopes, and maintain the program implementation schedule.
Assist with transmission integrity management program dig pressure failure calculations and repair calls.
Assist with MAOP records review, including pressure test and material records, and develop reconfirmation methodologies, project scopes, and schedules.
Assist with implementation of material verification activities to obtain appropriate material records and support segment design MAOPs.
Assist with managing program metrics and preparing status reports, proposed budgets, budget updates, and other program information.
Participate in an on-call rotation to review integrity dig results, conduct failure pressure calculations, and communicate repair decisions.
Collaborate with functional areas and contractors on planning, prioritization, data collection, and integration of field and program activities.
Stay informed about regulations, advisory bulletins, and technologies affecting MAOP Reconfirmation and Material Verification Programs.
Participate in corporate initiatives and special projects.
Provide engineering and technical expertise and guidance in identifying, analyzing, and resolving complex problems.