Engineer - CENG, Steam Distribution Engineering (Field)

Overview

The Steam Distribution Engineering Section of the Steam and Gas Engineering Department is seeking a dedicated, dynamic, and innovative individual to join the team. The individual will serve as a field engineer within the section. The engineer will be responsible for commissioning and inspecting field installed equipment, writing and maintaining test letters and specifications, performing field and laboratory analyses related to equipment failures, functionality, and performance. In addition, the engineer will be required to participate in the sequence engineering program to ensure the safe turn on of Company assets.

Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities

- Inspect and troubleshoot equipment such as revenue meters, flow computers, pressure transmitters, motor-operated valves and associated relay control system, valves, pumps, traps, etc., within the steam system.

- Perform Sequence Engineering duties off-shift and on weekends and prepare training and documentation related to the commissioning of new equipment.

- Oversee capital improvement projects to upgrade flow metering systems from old to state-of-the-art systems.

- Develop new and recommend improvements for written specifications for design, construction, purchasing and operation of new and existing metering systems and equipment.

- Provide guidance and technical support to customers architects, consultant engineers, and mechanical contractors on high-pressure steam piping system installations, while selecting and sizing Company metering devices, equipment, and controls for all steam metering setups.

- Review and approve all customer design and construction drawings for high-pressure steam piping system installations, monitor on-site piping construction through field inspections, and evaluate engineering and shop drawings submitted by professional engineers, registered architects, and mechanical contractors for compliance with Company specifications and applicable codes.

- Investigate customer violations and complaints reported by internal departments or customers, correspond and meet with customers or their representatives to resolve issues, and initiate necessary corrective actions.

- Develop and perform bench tests on selected new flow metering equipment. Prepare and submit written proposals for the approval of new flow metering equipment by the Public Service Commission.

- Investigate, develop and evaluate new calibration equipment and procedures for the purpose of modernizing meter-testing facilities and improving calibration accuracy and reliability. Evaluate, field test, approve and monitor new types of meter accessory and service equipment (i.e. meter regulating valves, valve actuators, pressure transducers, flow recorders, pressure reducing valves, modems, relays, etc.) for steam distribution applications.

- Monitor steam meter piping/station construction and perform field inspections to ascertain compliance with Company requirements/specifications. Meet with architects, engineers and mechanical contractors to discuss job progress, resolve problems arising from unforeseeable field conditions and provide technical assistance.

- Provide technical assistance to Commercial Services in resolving high bill complaints, support steam operations through field and laboratory analyses of equipment failures and performance, and appear in PSC hearings to provide testimony when required.

- Establish and monitor pressure districts to determine accurate steam billing correction factors, while overseeing and inspecting prototype equipment deployed through Research and Development projects.

- Perform other related tasks and assignments as required.

Qualifications

Required Education/Experience

- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and 3 years of experience working on engineering related design and modification of industrial systems.

Preferred Education/Experience

- Bachelor's Degree Electrical Engineering and 3 years of experience working on engineering related design and modification of industrial systems.

Relevant Work Experience

- Possess a high regard for personal accountability and the flexibility to handle multiple assignments - Required

- Must be dedicated, self-motivated, and able to work both independently and on teams - Required

- Recognize the importance of leadership, commitment to excellence, and to provide exemplary customer service - Required

- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact with personnel on all levels - Required

- Computer proficiency to include Microsoft Office suite - Required

- Must be well organized, detail oriented, with the ability to work in both office and field environments - Required

- Must be able to make decisive decisions to meet critical deadlines - Required

- Working experience in electric and steam power plants - Preferred

Skills and Abilities

- Demonstrated analytical skills

- Strong written and verbal communication skills

- Effective interpersonal skills

- Develops and delivers effective presentations

- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, etc.

Licenses and Certifications

- Driver's License Required

- Professional Engineer (PE) Preferred

Additional Physical Demands

- The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.

- Must work at field locations in all weather conditions.

- Must be approved and able to wear either a full- or half-face respirator without facial hair or other condition that may interfere with the seal, in accordance with OSHA regulations.

- Must be able to travel to company locations and wear the required PPE as needed.

- Must be willing and able to wear required PPE as needed.

- Must be willing and able to participate in sequence engineering program (which includes working nights, weekends, and an on-call schedule).

- Must be willing and able to travel throughout the company service territory and sites requiring support including steam and electric plants.

- Must be willing and able to climb into steam structures and the ability to work and walk in all weather conditions.

- Must be willing and able to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needs arise.