Senior Engineer, Gas

Eversource Energy•Southborough, MA

6d•$129,450 - $143,830

About The Position

The Senior Engineer, Gas acts as a project leader and performs assignments requiring mastery of the subject matter and extensive experience in the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of gas systems and installations. The role manages a portfolio of gas distribution projects across a regional service territory, analyzes system and customer needs, and recommends or develops projects for implementation. It organizes and leads project teams delegated to its authority. The position designs gas systems and installations in accordance with company objectives, industry standards, and applicable regulations. Systems may include gate and regulator stations, SCADA and telemetry systems, large worker/monitor regulator stations, uprates, pipeline projects, and bridge or railroad crossings. The Senior Engineer supports project procurement, permitting, bidding, construction, budgeting, compliance, and startup or retirement activities; coordinates with internal teams and external stakeholders; and provides technical direction and mentoring. It also contributes to gas compliance programs and emergency restoration efforts. Work is performed primarily in an office environment, with travel to operating districts, gas facilities, and companies within and outside the state. Travel between Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New Hampshire may be necessary. This is a safety-sensitive position subject to random drug testing. The employee must be available for emergency restoration assignments outside normal responsibilities, hours, and location, and must have a valid driver’s license. The role does not offer immigration-related sponsorship. The position is regular, with one opening. The annual salary range is $129,450–$143,830, commensurate with experience, and the role is eligible for a potential incentive.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
At least eight years of directly related experience.
Demonstrated excellence in project leadership, coordination, and budget management.
Extensive knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal regulations and industry codes.
Thorough knowledge of computer application systems, job duties and responsibilities, and gas operating procedures.
Ability to work independently with minimal oversight.
Excellent interpersonal skills and professional-level oral and written communication abilities.
Strong customer service orientation and proven leadership ability.
Autodesk AutoCAD experience.
Valid driver’s license.
Availability for emergency restoration assignments and travel between Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New Hampshire as necessary.
Applicants requiring immigration-related sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) license or certification is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Design gas systems and installations to meet company objectives and comply with industry standards and applicable regulations.
Manage a portfolio of gas distribution projects across a regional service territory; analyze system and customer needs and recommend or develop projects.
Perform site layouts and prepare documents for procurement, permitting, and construction.
Specify and procure materials and equipment.
Coordinate in-house and contract labor with Planning & Scheduling and Gas Operations.
Prepare projects for bid, schedule and conduct bid meetings, evaluate bids, and initiate purchase-order awards.
Develop and maintain field procedures that ensure compliance with company standards, procedures, regulations, and codes.
Coordinate construction activities with customers, contractors, states, municipalities, and internal departments.
Assist in overseeing construction for specification and code compliance; provide technical support and coordinate with Gas Control.
Oversee project startup or retirement activities and redesign or initiate field changes as needed.
Review purchase requisitions and invoices related to departmental activity.
Monitor and report on project and departmental budgets, including variances from schedule and cost targets; provide financial support for budget development and cost tracking.
Mentor junior staff, review their work, and provide direction or assistance to promote standardization and successful project delivery.
Review and interpret applicable federal, state, and local regulations and industry codes, and ensure work complies with them.
Identify unsafe project, work, and environmental conditions and initiate or design corrective actions.
Evaluate opportunities to use alternative technology to reduce costs and environmental impact or increase production.
Develop and present project summaries as required and coordinate resources needed to complete processes or projects.
Use fundamental gas-flow equations and hydraulic software to design or recommend changes to existing gas piping systems.
Implement and monitor gas compliance programs, including corrosion control and leak surveys.
Assist with gas distribution system restoration efforts during emergencies.