Principal Engineer

Southern Company • Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

Responsible for various project engineering, project management, and
problem-solving activities associated with natural gas infrastructure projects
including engineering, construction, and equipment procurement. Provides
technical guidance for the assets required to meet GAS peaking and storage needs
in support of customer load demands. Provides project leadership and subject
matter expertise in natural gas process design and code requirements.

This position may be filled at a Senior Engineer (Level 6), or Principal
Engineer (Level 7). Individuals who demonstrate advanced skills in terms of
work experience, education, and certifications may be eligible for the more
advanced positions.

Requirements

• BA/BS Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Chemical, Industrial, or related engineering discipline from ABET accredited university
• Strong written & verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate with all levels in the organization
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office applications.
• 10 years of progressive engineering experience in project management, project engineering, or construction management of natural gas or other pipeline facilities.
• 3 + years familiarity and experience with Gas Safety regulations or utility plant and/or pipeline construction practices
• Successful leadership of programs or project teams
• Recognized as a specialist in area of expertise with experience in natural gas engineering principles.

Nice To Haves

• PE, CPM, and/or Advanced Degree/Certification is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Performs engineering assignments involved in the design and construction of, natural gas processing and storage facilities, liquified natural gas (LNG) plant facilities, compressor stations, compressed natural gas (CNG) refueling stations, renewable natural gas (RNG) processing facilities, and hydrogen infrastructure.
• Works independently with little direct supervision to advance projects to successful completion.
• Provides subject matter expertise and technical support in all equipment associated with natural gas processing, including compressors, pumps, turbines, heat exchangers, heaters, tanks, valves, and piping.
• Directs, evaluates and reviews the documentation of technical specifications and requirements.
• Performs review of engineered drawings to ensure compliance with DOT safety regulations and with corporate standards and specifications.
• Develops statement of work documents to secure and manage engineering and construction service providers, inspectors, and other technical resources that may be needed to develop the project. Manages outside engineering and construction services to ensure project goals are met.
• Develops and approves material and equipment specifications. Develops contract documents and purchase requisitions for procurement of materials/equipment.
• Participates in procurement process to identify acceptable vendors and contractors. Evaluates bids and coordinates with other departments to ensure consistency with corporate standards.
• Demonstrates proficiency in applying codes and standards to perform natural gas engineering, plant construction and operation.
• Serves as project manager; assists in determining project objectives on the development of a comprehensive project design, outlines project requirements, assigns tasks, coordinates project activities with other operating units to facilitate participation of appropriate staff on project, supervises progress to ensure objectives are met.
• Maintains working knowledge of relevant technologies and best practices. Ensures engineering standards, methods and practices are in regulatory compliance.
• Develops design options or recommendations to improve system optimization. Assesses feasibility of engineering solutions.
• Researches and evaluates operational performance, safety regulation compliance and cost impact of equipment and material utilization for gas and electric systems.
• Conducts research to complete engineering and cost studies and formulating proposals and recommendations.
• Stays abreast of industry engineering and construction trends, implementing best practices into plans.
• Participates in design and process safety reviews of existing and new facilities.
• Oversees or supports construction activities including inspection and commissioning.
• Develops engineering standards, methods and guidelines.
• Trains and mentors less senior engineers. Provides technical direction to project team members.
• May have supervisory duties of other engineers depending on business need and staffing levels.

Benefits

• Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being.
• This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s).
• A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf
• Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.

What This Job Offers

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