Senior Engineer (Engineer III) – Natural Gas

Description

Applies gas utility engineering principles, methods, and techniques to plan, evaluate and design gas distributions systems. Primary duties include all phases of civil engineering, quality assurance/control, system planning, system modeling, and project management/coordination/inspection. This position may also assist the water distribution and wastewater collection system.

Key Responsibilities

- Scope of work includes all phases of gas engineering functions but not limited to: system planning/design/layout, modeling and coordination, flow analysis, metering, project management and inspection, compliance and regulatory functions for gas utility systems.

- Prepares estimates, plans, specifications, work orders, and cost estimates for construction and maintenance of gas system projects.

- Communicates with customers in person or by telephone to provide service and/or resolve complaints.

- Reviews plans, specifications, reports, and provides technical assistance for outside consultants, engineers, architects, developers, and other agencies concerning utility improvements.

- Complies with all federal and state regulatory requirements and meets reporting deadlines on assigned projects. Maintains records for Public Service Commission and monitors PHMSA code compliance and other regulatory requirements.

- Collects and compiles data, prepares, and presents technical reports and feasibility studies.

- Uses design software and equipment to perform flow modeling of the gas system.

- Coordinates interrelated projects with other DU supervisors, engineers, or outside city/state representatives.

- Assists supervisor with budget development and reports related to short and long-range plans for the gas distribution system.

- Acts as backup to prepare and submit daily gas purchase nominations.

- Adheres to all safety policies and codes to ensure safe working practices for employees.

- Mentors Utility Engineer I & Utility Engineer II positions to enhance growth within the department.

- Reviews projects for Utility Engineering I & Utility Engineering II positions.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

- Bachelor degree (B.S.) in Civil, Mechanical, or related engineering field from an accredited college or university. Minimum of 8 years relevant engineering experience within the gas utility system. PE preferred, but not required.

- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Outlook, Word & Excel) as required to perform job tasks.

- Must be able to use specialized software applications for ESRI GIS, customer inquiries, modeling mapping, GPS, and pretreatment.

- Ability to apply routine and complex mathematical equations to perform various Civil, Environmental and/or Mechanical Engineering tasks, as related to the gas engineering utility field.

- Ability to read, interpret and comprehend documents such as contracts, industry journals, safety procedures, operating and maintenance instructions, drawings and procedure manuals.

- Ability to analyze and prepare engineering and technical reports and business correspondence.

- Ability to interact and effectively communicate with supervisors, customers, co-workers, mid-level representatives of governmental agencies, contractors, developers, product vendors and other professional groups or contacts in the community.

- Ability to effectively present information to management, public groups and/or Municipal Utilities Board (MUB).

- Ability to read, interpret and understand technical standards, permits, Local, State and Federal regulations and codes for utility compliance.

- Valid Alabama Driver's License; CPR/First Aid Certification; Customer Service Skills and applicable safety training as scheduled.

About Decatur Utilities

Decatur Utilities provides electricity, natural gas, water and wastewater services in the greater Decatur, Alabama area to more than 30,000 customers. The more than 190 employees who make up the DU family are dedicated to providing safe, reliable utility services at the lowest possible rate and to meet the needs of our customers.