Engineer I (Distribution)

Job Description

WGL - Engineer I (Distribution)

Responsible for engineering and project management of distribution and/or transmission pipeline projects from initiation to completion, which includes providing design, engineering, and technical support to Washington Gas internal and external customers

You Will:

- Performs engineering and project management duties for the entire System Replacement area.

- Reviews engineering plans and designs submitted by various transportation agencies or external clients for conflicts with Washington Gas’ existing facilities.

- Coordinates pipeline replacement and/or rehabilitation projects with various transportation agencies and utility companies, and with other departments within Washington Gas.

- Supports the identification and prioritization of projects for replacement and/or rehabilitation based from Washington Gas’ various replacement programs and criteria. This includes familiarity with the risk and trends analysis, and the development of the projects’ scope, cost, and schedule for design, planning, and budgeting purposes.

- Reviews and approves the design drawings and sequence of work prepared by Washington Gas’ internal and external designers/engineers.

- Ability to monitor, control, and report cost, schedule, and scope of multiple replacement projects during design, permit acquisition, and construction phase.

- Supports the acquisition and procurement of materials, as well as, the engineering, design, and construction services needed for the project.

- Supports the development of System Replacement Area’s fiscal year capital budget and five-year capital budget plan.

- Supports and utilizes JANA Risk Model, Washington Gas’ GIS and Work Management applications.

- Supports Washington Gas’ implementation and ability to recognize areas for continuous improvements of its Distribution Integrity Management Plan (DIMP).

- Performs other duties as assigned.

You Have:

- Bachelor's Degree Engineering required

- Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering preferred

- Internship or previous relevant experience a plus.

- “Engineer-in-Training” (EIT) preferred.

- Proven ability to use computer software and applications, including Microsoft Office for data management, research, analysis and reporting purposes. Experience with handling large data packages and data analytics a plus.

- GIS and/or modeling software experience a plus.

We offer a competitive salary range of $65,000 to $94,250 per year, commensurate with experience, education, and skills. In addition, we provide a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

The Company values diversity in its workforce and encourages United States military veterans and service members who meet the qualifications to apply

Why work at AltaGas?

AltaGas is a North American energy infrastructure company with a focus on owning and operating assets that provide clean and affordable energy to our customers. AltaGas assets include Washington Gas/WGL, SEMCO, and Petrogas. Our talented team, nearly 3,000 strong, leverages the strength of our assets and expertise along the energy value chain to connect customers with premier energy solutions – from the well sites of upstream producers to the doorsteps of homes and businesses to new markets around the world.

We deliver clean and affordable natural gas to approximately 1.7 million customers’ homes and businesses through regulated natural gas distribution utilities across four jurisdictions in the United States and two regulated natural gas storage utilities in the United States. Learn more about our team, vision, and strategy.

To learn more about our mission: https://youtu.be/k1mrKDdsYW8?si=y1k3NOyHxgf4emdL

WGL is an EO employer – M/F/Vets/Disabled

For Canadian hires: AltaGas hires personnel on the basis of job-related qualifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to a person's ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

For U.S. hires: WGL/SEMCO/AltaGas offers a total rewards package that includes competitive pay, incentive bonus plans, holiday pay, 401K matching and a wide array of benefits. These benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage are designed to help you and your family stay healthy. We also have paid time off (PTO) to balance the demands of your work and personal life. Available benefits vary depending upon the specifics of the role.

U.S. affiliates of AltaGas are committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical or mental disabilities, political affiliation, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.