Project Engineer, Gas

Eversource Energy•Berlin, MA

1d•$116,370 - $129,300

About The Position

The Project Engineer, Gas Asset Management assists with the development, expansion, planning, design, maintenance, and operation of gas systems and equipment. The position supports evaluation of system or material failures and resolution planning, as well as planned and unplanned maintenance. As assigned, the engineer helps ensure Eversource gas transmission and distribution systems are designed to high-quality standards that provide safe, reliable, and environmentally sound service. The role shares accountability with leadership and peers for developing and designing the organization’s long-term Gas Asset Management Program and applies engineering practices as directed by the Manager or Lead Engineer, Gas Asset Management, or their designees. The position develops and maintains risk mitigation plans, supports regulatory compliance, contributes to capital and asset family planning, and coordinates engineering, operational, financial, and other resources. It monitors budgets, schedules, costs, resources, and program progress; maintains accurate work documentation; and provides timely, professional service to internal and external customers. The engineer may direct junior staff and review their work, and assists gas distribution system restoration efforts during emergencies. The role requires availability for emergency restoration assignments and travel between Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New Hampshire as necessary. It is designated safety-sensitive and is subject to applicable drug testing, including random testing and, in specified circumstances, a pre-assignment drug test. Eversource will not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this position. The position is regular, has one opening, and offers an annual salary range of $116,370 to $129,300, commensurate with experience, with eligibility for a potential incentive.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
At least five years of related engineering experience.
Knowledge of gas distribution construction and maintenance work practices and procedures.
Knowledge of applicable governmental codes and regulations and ability to interpret and apply complex regulatory requirements.
Knowledge of risk management principles, mitigation plan development, and financial forecasting.
Working knowledge of environmental requirements affecting related activities.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office.
Availability for emergency restoration assignments as required.
Availability to travel between Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New Hampshire as necessary.
Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.

Nice To Haves

Gas experience.

Responsibilities

Understand the fundamentals of the Gas Asset and Risk Management Program (GARMP).
Develop and maintain risk mitigation plans as directed to support compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and codes.
Coordinate resources required to complete processes or projects, as directed.
Drive improvements and changes to the Gas Asset & Risk Management Program, as directed.
Develop preliminary engineering designs and details, as directed.
Collaborate with Engineering colleagues to promote consistency and teamwork.
Collaborate with engineering and operations stakeholders to develop single-year and five-year capital plans, as assigned.
Assume asset family owner and/or facilitator roles as directed by the Lead Engineer or Manager.
Work with finance and investment planning groups to determine capital and O&M costs to the GBU.
Develop and justify Asset Family Plan activities over a multi-year horizon and for ongoing projects, as assigned.
Review purchase requisitions and invoices related to departmental activity.
Support upper management with budget development and cost tracking.
Develop, monitor, and present reports and summaries on project and departmental budgets.
Provide reliable, attentive, courteous, quality, proactive, and timely service to internal and external customers.
Coordinate internal and external resources to ensure materials and equipment are delivered on time.
Monitor project and program progress and recommend schedule, cost, and resource adjustments to meet company objectives.
Develop positive working relationships to coordinate work activities effectively.
Maintain accurate documentation related to work products.
Ensure project work is conducted consistently with company safety and procurement policies and programs.
Provide direction to junior staff and review work, as needed.
Assist with gas distribution system restoration efforts during emergencies.
Respond to emergency situations as part of an assigned Emergency Restoration role, potentially outside normal responsibilities, hours, and location.