Southern Company

Engineer, II, III or Sr

Engineer, II, III or Sr
Notice info
LocationNaperville, IL
Job Typefull time
Salary$65,521-$136,215
On-site
Utilities

About This Job


Job Summary:

Integrity Verification Engineer is responsible for supporting the Southern Company Gas Nicor Integrity Verification Program’s ongoing MAOP Reconfirmation effort. This support will include detailed research and prudent evaluation of asset records and physical attributes based on codes, standards, and practices established by PHMSA, the Company, and Industry. This position will support the development and ongoing coordination of MAOP reconfirmation analysis and portfolio management through selection, prioritization, initiation, monitoring, and close-out of projects. The role requires significant coordination with TIMP, Engineering Design, Con Ops and GIS & Asset Data Services as well as review of intense documentation and data. This role will also require close coordination with outside consultants and contractors including project management, project controls, engineering and construction. This position can potentially have direct employee reports and/or contractor reports.


Job Responsibilities & Accountabilities


Functional Expertise:

Manage the MAOP Confirmation Action Plan (MCAP) portfolio through selection, prioritization, initiation, monitoring, and close-out of projects. Work with Engineering on schedule and cost estimate guidance.
Coordination of MAOP Compliance Plan generation, updates and reporting to the ICC, including DoT reports of Part Q and Part S mileage
Coordination of material verification project portfolio
Closeout data collection and processing support of completed MAOP reconfirmation projects, material verification and TIMP digs
Monitor simultaneous work for opportunistic excavations for material verification
Support Engineering with analysis of MAOP Reconfirmation method selection including review of pressure test, replacement, pressure reduction, engineering critical assessment, or retirement.
Implementation support of regulator station data including creation and upload of operating diagrams, health score generation and updating, and SFLs
Familiarity with GIS transmission and core modules as well as Laserfiche. Job requires analytical analysis utilizing a combination of GIS and other record sources. Familiarity with review of construction documentation include contractor as-builts, engineering as-builts, weld log, material log, enhanced GIS data, MTR’s and pressure test documentation.
Work to establish and organize the detailed historical records pertaining to gas system integrity
Track projects from concept through completion with responsibility for schedule and budget variances
Follow established Asset Development Processes (ADP) to ensure meaningful structure exists to meet departmental and company objectives


Business Acumen

C ontinued development of permanent record and evaluation standards
Develop engineering solutions that provide the most efficient and cost-effective long-term solutions for ongoing issues with the gas distribution system
Follow manager’s guidance for developing roles and responsibilities for department and contractors
Ensure that applicable requirements and standards for reporting are followed
Assure compliance with Company policies & procedures
Identify and properly manage project risk


Engagement:

Collaborate with Construction Management, Engineering Design, GIS and Asset Data Services, System Integrity and System Planning leaders to produce effective solutions and designs
Develop project and program metrics monthly
Support projects through complete lifecycle
Schedule and develop regular department and project meetings


Driving Results:

Provide scheduling and budgeting support to ensure that budgeted projects are constructed within budget year
Develop project execution plans
Coordinate MAOP Compliance Plan updates and material verification project portfolio
Support departmental O&M goals
Participate in development and review of contractor bids including scorecard development
Establish quality tracking and scoring for key partner contracts


Qualifications


Related Work Experience:

Experience in engineering, construction, or operations in gas distribution or related energy field
Position is in the Engineer Job Family and will be filled at grade level 3, 4, 5 or 6 based on current grade level and related work experience


Grade Level Requirements


LEVEL 3


Required

BA/BS in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil or General)
1-2 years of progressive Engineering experience


Preferred:

Strong engineering and construction knowledge with natural gas distribution systems, gas engineering principles and theories
In-depth understanding of DOT Part 192 pipeline safety regulations
Ability to use project management tools and methods (e.g., earned value analysis, critical path scheduling, project administration, establishing project teams)
Ability to communicate with all levels in the organization
Ability to influence and persuade in decision making.
MS Office - advanced proficiency
Southern Company Gas GIS familiarity


LEVEL 4:


Education and Experience:


Required:

BA/BS in Engineering (Mechanical, General or Civil)
2 -3 years of progressive Engineering experience


Preferred:

Strong engineering and construction knowledge with natural gas distribution systems, gas engineering principles and theories
In-depth understanding of DOT Part 192 pipeline safety regulations
Ability to use project management tools and methods (e.g., earned value analysis, critical path scheduling, project administration, establishing project teams)
Ability to communicate with all levels in the organization
Ability to influence and persuade in decision making.
MS Office - advanced proficiency
Southern Company Gas GIS familiarity


LEVEL 5:


Education and Experience:


Required:

BA/BS in Engineering (Mechanical, General or Civil)
5 years of progressive engineering experience in gas standards and materials, project engineering or construction management of natural gas, pipeline facilities or other applicable industries.
2 + years familiarity and experience with Gas Safety regulations or utility pipeline construction practices


Preferred

5-7 years of experience operations, construction, project management, engineering, quality, safety
1-2 years supervisory or project leader experience
Strong engineering and construction knowledge with natural gas distribution systems, gas engineering principles and theories
In-depth understanding of DOT Part 192 pipeline safety regulations
Ability to use project management tools and methods (e.g., earned value analysis, critical path scheduling, project administration, establishing project teams)
Ability to communicate with all levels in the organization
Ability to influence and persuade in decision making.
MS Office - advanced proficiency
Southern Company Gas GIS familiarity


LEVEL 6:


Education and Experience:


Required:

BA/BS in Engineering (Mechanical, General or Civil)
7 years of progressive engineering experience in gas standards and materials, project engineering or construction management of natural gas, pipeline facilities or other applicable industries.
5 + years familiarity and experience with Gas Safety regulations or utility pipeline construction practices
Engineer in Training (E.I.T.)


Preferred

7 years of experience operations, construction, project management, engineering, quality, safety
1-2 years supervisory or project leader experience
Professional Engineer (PE)
Strong engineering and construction knowledge with natural gas distribution systems, gas engineering principles and theories
In-depth understanding of DOT Part 192 pipeline safety regulations
Ability to use project management tools and methods (e.g., earned value analysis, critical path scheduling, project administration, establishing project teams)
Ability to communicate with all levels in the organization
Ability to influence and persuade in decision making.
MS Office - advanced proficiency
Southern Company Gas GIS familiarity


Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

Exposure to all types of weather
Travel: 10% - 20%
Keyboarding: 75%
Periodic Field Presence at Construction Sites
This position is based at Nicor Gas Corp HQ in Naperville, IL


About Southern Company Gas

Southern Company Gas is a wholly owned subsidiary of Atlanta-based Southern Company (NYSE:SO), America’s premier energy company. Southern Company Gas serves approximately 4.2 million natural gas utility customers through its regulated distribution companies in four states and approximately 600,000 retail customers through its companies that market natural gas. Other nonutility businesses include investments in interstate pipelines and ownership and operation of natural gas storage facilities. For more information, visit southerncompanygas.com .

Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.


Job Identification: 13393


Job Category: Engineering


Job Schedule: Full time


Company: AGL Services Company

Pay Range: $65,521.00 - $136,215.20 USD null: Base salary varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, and at the time of this posting, this is the reasonable salary range for this role.

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