Gas Pipeline Integrity Engineer / Sr. Gas Pipeline Integrity Engineer
Date: Oct 7, 2022
Location: Gastonia, NC, US, 28056
Company: Dominion Energy
At Dominion Energy we love our jobs. That's right. Love. Every day we go to work filled with passion to be excellent, to creatively problem solve and to innovate. These are exciting days for energy companies, and Dominion Energy aims to shape the future of energy in America. We are looking at all of our work with fresh eyes, retooling everything we do, in every part of the company, to operate more sustainably and to deliver energy more reliably than ever. We are looking for interesting, independent thinkers and doers who can help shape the culture of a forward-looking company that's proud of its rich legacy. Are you a change agent? Do you think differently? Do you want to fall in love with your job? If you answered -yes,- then read on!
At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer nor sponsor a work visa for this position.
This position does not offer relocation assistance.
Job Summary
This position will support the Gas Transmission Integrity Management organization and will influence the design, construction, operation and maintenance of the transmission and distribution pipeline systems through the proactive use of asset knowledge, threat identification, knowledge of threat interaction, data integration and analytical tools to increase operational efficiency, improve system integrity and minimize safety risk to employees and the communities we operate in.
The Gas Transmission Integrity Management organization is responsible for evaluating the risk and threats to the integrity of the gas transmission system then developing and implementing a strategic integrity management plan for the entirety of the gas transmission pipeline assets. The Integrity engineer is a critical position within the TIMP team to help ensure Dominion Energy maintains safe and reliable pipelines which comply with federal regulations. The Integrity engineer will promote a safety culture throughout all levels of the organization with an emphasis on improving learning from the past and anticipating the future.
This role is the top progression level position in the engineer series. Includes senior to technical expert engineers. It is distinguished from the Engineer II level by being able to perform difficult and complex work requiring thorough knowledge of the subject matter and significant experience within functional assignment area. At higher levels of proficiency within this classification, incumbents are expected to provide technical expertise and/or team leadership as needed.
The position will be located in Gastonia, NC (Charlotte area)
Additional responsibilities may include:
Provides engineering support of Integrity Management (IM) plan administration, compliance, implementation and documentation.
Provides engineering support of individual IM assessments, remediation activity, data analysis.
Provides progress metrics on IM activities.
Technology and project development supporting IM.
Schedules and coordinates major segments of complex projects to meet cost and time objectives.
Plans and conducts work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures and criteria.
Devises new approaches to problems encountered and develops engineering criteria ensuring compliance with design criteria and standards.
Apply intensive and diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices to major projects that have significant impact on programs in varied areas and related fields
Serve as a technical expert on engineering related legal and regulatory issues to outside entities.
Provide guidance to less experienced engineers.
Provide input in setting objectives and policy, identifying critical issues and introducing new concepts.
Provides assistance, advice, and solutions to peers, customers, and co-workers.
Identifies and implements better work alternatives and business processes.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
Engineer II
- Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering discipline and 3+ years relevant engineering experience.
Engineer III
- Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering discipline and 5+ years relevant engineering experience.
Relevant Engineering Experience includes: Engineering, Integrity Management, Quality Management, Gas Pipeline Operations, Cathodic Protection/Corrosion Engineering, Pipeline Compliance, Design/Construction, Industrial/Systems Engineering.
- Skills: Skilled in use of advanced techniques and modification and extension of theories, precepts and practices of the field and related sciences and disciplines. Strong leadership skills with proven ability to serve as team project lead. Strong oral and written communication skills (includes technical writing). Strong personal computer skills. Proven decision-making skills. Strong planning, organizational and project management skills.
- Abilities: Think analytically and solve complex problems. Interpret codes, regulations and practices. In depth knowledge of various computer applications, with the ability to manipulate personal computer applications and perform engineering calculations using applicable software programs (e.g. Matlab, Excel, etc.). Equally effective working independently or in a team environment. Ability to process information quickly and effectively manage multiple tasks.
- Must have valid driver's license and be able to drive.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree and 7+ years directly related experience in natural gas pipeline integrity.
5+ years previous experience in natural gas pipeline integrity, pipeline design, pipeline operation, pipeline repair or pipeline construction experience; or
2+ years previous experience with integrity methods (in line inspection (ILI), pressure testing, or direct assessment methods) and assessment evaluation; or
Experience with cathodic protection practices and principles; or
Experience with regulatory compliance at Federal, State, or local levels (DOT, PHMSA, etc.).
The company is actively seeking United States military veterans and service members who meet the qualifications outlined below.
Job Progression
Engineer I
Engineer II
Engineer III
Education Requirements
REQUIRED: Bachelors
REQUIRED ENGINEERING CRITERIA: For placement of a candidate in the Engineer job series, the following criteria must be met:
Possess a 4-year engineering degree from an ABET accredited engineering program based on the year that the engineering program was accredited by ABET, or
Possess a 4-year engineering degree from an institution outside of the U.S. which is accredited through the country's own engineering accrediting body under the Washington Accord as a full signatory, and is a degree that was recognized by the country's accrediting body on or after the date that full signatory status was achieved, or
Possess a 4-year engineering degree from a non-ABET accredited program and a post-graduate engineering degree from an institution where the undergraduate degree in the same engineering discipline is ABET accredited based on the year the engineering program was accredited by ABET, or
Possess a 4-year degree in Physics, Chemistry or Math and a post-graduate engineering degree from an institution where the undergraduate degree in the same engineering discipline is ABET accredited based on the year the engineering program was accredited by ABET, or
Holds or has previously held a valid U.S. Professional Engineer license.
Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description
Depending on functional responsibilities and location of position must review ANS 3.1 12/79, ANSI N18.1-1971 or ANSI/ANS 3.1-1993 and DOM-QA-1 as appropriate.
Working Conditions
Cold Up to 25%
Energized Wires Up to 25%
Heat Up to 25%
Loud Noise Up to 25%
Office Work Environment 76 -100%
Operating Machinery Up to 25%
Outdoors Up to 25%
Radiation Up to 25%
Travel Up to 25%
Test Description
No Testing Required
Export Control
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Other Information
We offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which may include: health benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and much more. To learn more about our benefits, click here
Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran or disabled status.
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Nearest Secondary Market: Concord
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