Senior Engineer, Gas System Planning (HYBRID)

Please note: Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Eversource will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.

Eversource supports work-life balance by offering hybrid schedules for certain roles. Eligibility is based on job responsibilities, operational needs, nature of work and team dynamics. Current guidelines require employees to work at least three days in the office, including Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with the third day set by the employee and supervisor based on department needs. These guidelines apply to roles approved for remote work and are subject to change, based on managerial discretion and work performance. All applicants must be able to work up to five days in the office if needed (for example: emergencies, training, or other business needs) or should the policy change.

The Gas System Planning Engineer position will analyze, plan, and design natural gas distribution systems using engineering principles, hydraulic models, and system knowledge. The Engineer will execute measurable results in system analysis and reliability, long range planning, and peak demand preparedness. Collaboration is essential with key stakeholders across the Company, including engineering, operations, gas control, energy supply, electric system planning, clean technologies, sales, finance, regulatory, and compliance. Provides a high level of coordination and support on specific projects and cross-functional efforts, collaborating with and often leading a team of professionals and working cross-functionally with Distribution Integrity Management Programs (DIMP) and Asset & Risk Management, Compliance Programs. This position performs, or assists in, major/complex projects including the design, procurement, installation and testing of systems and devices that will repair, replace, improve or increase the Gas organization’s physical assets and provide for permit requirements and regulatory compliance. Performing all of these tasks with specific consideration of MA DPU Order 20-80 as it relates to the future of gas and looking at non-pipeline alternatives to traditional gas projects, will be a critical responsibility for this position.

Familiarity with Non-Pipeline Alternatives (NPA) would be a plus for this role.

Essential

Functions:

- Build, utilize, and maintain hydraulic models to analyze and plan natural gas distribution systems

- Verify hydraulic model performance using actual system flows/pressures & calibrate hydraulic models using statistical regression analyses of market and large customer demands

- Collaborate with gas control and supply services on capacity management and planning

- Conduct feasibility studies to determine gas service requirements for existing and potential customers

- Identify locations for isolation valves for optimum system control

- Provide timely emergency support

- Develop winter operations plans and SCADA alarm parameters

- Recommend placement of pressure charts to identify and investigate potential deficiencies and optimize recommendations to maintain/enhance gas distribution infrastructure reliability

- Develop long range plans for infrastructure replacement, load growth, and system optimization

- Collaborate with Electric System Planning & Clean Technologies to analyze capacity, with respect to integrated energy planning and non-pipeline alternatives to traditional gas projects

- Prepare formal documents for legal filings and discovery requests from state and regulatory bodies

- Foresee betterment needs and recommend system improvements

- Develop, prioritize, and submit capital budget requests to address load growth, peak demand preparedness, and reliability.

- Provide information and analysis to support regulatory initiatives

- Operate, maintain, and enhance computer hardware/software necessary to support accurate system analysis & integrate new technologies and existing Company systems

- Designs systems or installations to fit the Company’s objectives, with some latitude for independent action and decision making, conforming to industry standards, guidelines and regulations of federal, state and local authorities.

- Specifies and procures materials and equipment, coordinates in-house and contract labor to install and test new installations in a timely fashion with input from vendors, engineers and Company departments.

- Develops and maintains procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations and codes.

- Trains junior staff and reviews all their work.

- Oversees the procurement of all federal, state and local permits and notifications required for each job.  Provides technical and financial support to upper management for future needs and budget allocations.

- Supports values and commitment to Eversource’s mission, strategy and values.  Provides direction or assistance in carrying out assignments.  Coordinates resources required to complete processes or projects.

- Utilizes fundamental gas flow equations and hydraulic software to design or recommend changes to existing gas piping systems,

including Synergi Gas by DNV

Qualifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skill:

- Thorough knowledge of distribution construction and maintenance work practices and procedures.

- Knowledge of applicable governmental codes and regulations

- Knowledge of welding and fusing principles

- Working knowledge of environmental requirements affecting related activities

- Familiarity with MS computer operations

- Some exposure to gaseous atmospheres, construction site hazards, and hazards on customer’s property

Education:

- Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Technology or related disciplin

e

- Additional Applicable Degrees and/or Industry Credentials/Certification a Plus

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Experience

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- Five (5) to Eight (8) years of related engineering experience

- Gas experience is a

plus

Working Conditions:

- Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.

- Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.

- Work is performed primarily in an office environment which requires sitting, standing, walking and climbing stairs are involved.

- Job can require traveling to operating districts, gas facilities and companies within and outside the state.

- This position is categorized as safety-sensitive for the purpose of drug testing. Successful applicants shall be subject to a pre-assignment drug test if the individual is currently in a non-safety sensitive position. As an employee in this position, the individual shall be subject to random drug testing. A positive drug test will result in disciplinary action.

Please submit a resume with your application.

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Competencies:

Build trusting relationships

Manage and develop people

Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration

Lead change

Communicate strategic vision

Create an engaged workforce

Focus on the customer

Take ownership & accountability

Compensation and Benefits:

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program.

 

Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive.

The annual salary range for this position is:

$125,680.00-$139,640.00

Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment.  This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.

EEO Statement

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Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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