Station Engineer

Kleinfelder Inc•Dublin, OH

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Kleinfelder (KLF) provides high-quality solutions to natural gas utilities and pipeline operators. The Station Engineer develops broad knowledge and skills in various station and facility projects, independently evaluates, selects and applies standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to perform a task or sequence of tasks for conventional projects with few complex features. The Station Engineer collaboratively uses judgment to determine adaptations in methods for non-routine aspects of assignments and may be required to perform activities such as station and plant design, collaborate closely with clients on project execution, cost estimating, field measurements, field testing, preparation and correction of field drawings, ordering material, initiation of permits, preparing operating and maintenance instructions, data analysis, compilation and reporting of technical data, construction support, subcontractor management and performance of other related duties.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering (or related Engineering degree)
3-6 years relevant experience
Technical communication
Proficient use of MS Outlook, Word, Excel, Project, and PowerPoint
Valid Driver's license

Nice To Haves

Utility business understanding
Engineer-In-Training Certification
Working knowledge of CAD and GIS software

Responsibilities

Prepare designs, calculations, drawings, layouts, and studies from field inspections, preliminary sketches, specifications, and instructions requiring knowledge of engineering practices and shop and field procedures
Review designs and documentation to ensure compliance with codes, standards and design criteria
Acquire and analyze data using appropriate standard quantitative methods
Field visits to facilities to obtain on-site information applicable to scope
Perform gas system network and hydraulic analysis
Understand and utilize station maintenance practices
Understand gas metering, regulation and SCADA
Prepare construction specification and bid package
Utilize calculators and software to size equipment based on flow parameters
Perform station design and material selection
Create feasibility studies
Develop status reports with task completion, progress, challenges, and solutions
Oversee field testing of newly installed facilities
Utilize modeling software for Pipe Stress Analysis assessment and generate report
Work closely with other workgroups at our clients' place of business and KLF offices
Facilitate design review meetings with key stakeholders
Coordinate various inspection and testing methods, gather data, analyze, and report findings
Demonstrate sound engineering judgment
Assign tasks to and coordinate with drafting and administrative staff
Assign tasks to and coordinate work of Associate Engineers and technicians or administrative staff within team
Provide guidance, instruction, and coaching to entry-level and other Engineers on team
Assist in determining schedule & budget requirements
Perform and manage moderate design tasks
Prepare portions of project documents
Perform research and investigations
Manage multiple projects, prioritization, time management and delegating work to team members
Evaluate methodologies, best practice, tools, processes, procedures and technology; assessing potential fit, benefit, and impact for engineering work
Suggest improvements to process, and is a knowledge resource for other team members