Gas System Planning Engineer II

Gas System Planning Engineer II

Hybrid, within service territory: Ohio, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida

What makes us great

At the heart of our Company is a dedication to delivering energy that drives progress. We put people first, work to keep them safe and build trusting relationships.

Your role in our success:

Provides technical support to operations team as it relates to new projects and existing facilities. Provides engineering analysis and determines technical requirements and specifications for materials and equipment needed for operational facilities including but not limited to piping, valves, regulators, control valves, meters. etc. Provides hydraulic pipeline modeling analysis of transmission and distribution system for evaluation of new system capacity requests, design day requirements, project opportunities, and in support of operations and maintenance needs/activities. Supports regulatory and compliance efforts as needed. Must be familiar with CFR 49 Part 192 and other industry regulations. Ability to organize, prioritize, and complete work with minimum supervision.

What you'll be working on:

- Provide technical engineering expertise on all field operations projects including material and equipment specifications

- Direct oversight and management of pipeline and distribution system design day model and all associated requirements

- Performs hydraulic modeling analysis as requested on distribution and transmission pipeline system

- Support the development of new projects through the identification of required facilities in support of business development opportunities or customer requests

- Calculate and maintain station capacities and compare to current customer demand

- Provide support to Operations Services team in the development and execution of projects

- Assist with local agency permitting such a railroad and DOT, as needed

- Validate construction and as-built records for new operations projects

- Support updates to existing engineering drawings, records, and material specifications for upgraded equipment

- Become familiar with all new regulations and codes

- Perform RSTRENG calculations and analysis as required

- Assist during emergency situations and response

- Assist with section shut-down procedure development

- Assist Operations with annual regulatory requirements as needed

- Assist with material and equipment specification approvals

- Assist with material verification

- Assist with Contractor MSA Management

Who you are:

- Bachelor’s Degree required in engineering or engineering technology

- 3+ years industry experience and/or training as evaluated by management

- Valid Driver’s License

- Proficient knowledge of natural gas pipeline operations and compliance requirements

- Ability to communicate technical requirements or concepts effectively both orally and in writing

- Ability to understand and apply technical specifications, federal/state/local regulatory codes, and accepted industry construction or operations practices

- Familiarity with concepts and terminology related to the construction and maintenance of natural gas transmission facilities

- Proficient with computer software including Microsoft Office applications, Microsoft Project, Synergi Gas Modeling Software, GasCalc, RSTRENG, and AutoCad

- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret engineering plans and specifications, technical procedures and manuals, and government regulations

- Develop thorough knowledge of ESNG pipeline system operations

- CFR 49 Part 192 and other industry regulations

- Understand DOT, railroad, and other permitting requirements

Benefits/what’s in it for you?

- Flexible work arrangement

- Competitive base salary

- Fantastic opportunities for career growth

- Cooperative, supportive and empowered team atmosphere

- Annual bonus and salary increase opportunities

- Monthly recognition events

- Endless wellness initiatives and community events

- Robust and customizable benefit packages-choose what works best with your life. Options include generous 401k, medical, dental and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, compensated volunteer hours and MORE!

- Paid time off, holidays and a separate bank of sick time!

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Applicants with a disability that need assistance applying for a position may email careers@chpk.com.