Project Engineer, Engineering, Gas

Location: Berlin, CT, MA-Westborough (Technology Dr)

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B, O-1, J-1, TN, E-3, etc.). Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.

Role and Scope of Position:
The Project Engineer, Gas Asset Management is responsible for assisting in the development, expansion, planning, design, maintenance and operation of the system and its equipment to meet the mission and objectives of the gas organization. In addition, this position aids in the evaluation of system or material failures, and the appropriate resolutions, to provide support to gas operations on planned or unplanned maintenance. As assigned, responsible for ensuring that the Eversource gas transmission and distribution systems are designed to high-quality standards that provide customers with safe, reliable, and environmentally sound gas service. This position shares accountability with leadership and peers in the strategy, development, and design of the organization’s Asset Management Program, a comprehensive long-term plan for the gas transmission and distribution system.

This position requires the application of engineering practices as directed by the Manager or Lead Engineer, Gas Asset Management, or their designee(s).

Essential Functions:

• Understand fundamentals of Gas Asset and Risk Management Program (GARMP).

• Develop and maintain risk mitigation plans, as directed to ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations and codes.

• As directed, coordinates resources required to complete processes or projects.

• As directed, drives improvements and changes to the Gas Asset & Risk Management Program.
• As directed, responsible for the development of preliminary engineering designs and the details.
• Collaborate with other Engineers within Engineering to ensure consistency and teamwork.
• As assigned, collaborate with engineering and operations stakeholders to develop single year and 5-year capital plans.
• Assumes asset family owner and/or facilitator role(s) as directed by Lead Engineer or Manager.

• Collaborate with finance and investment planning groups to determine capital and O&M costs to the GBU.
• Responsible for the development of, and justification for the Asset Family Plan activities over a multi-year horizon and for ongoing projects, as assigned.
• Reviews purchase requisitions, and invoices related to departmental activity; Provides support to upper management for budget development and cost tracking.
• Develops, monitors and presents reports/summaries on project and departmental budgets.
• Delivers superior service to our customers, both internal and external, in a reliable, attentive, courteous, quality, proactive and timely manner.
• Integrates and coordinates internal and external resources necessary to ensure materials and equipment are delivered on time to complete processes or projects.
• Monitors project and program progress, recommends schedule changes, cost and resource adjustments required to meet company objectives.
• Develops positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities.
• Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills.
• Maintains accurate documentation related to all work products.
• Supports the company’s goals and represents the company positively and professionally.
• Ensures project work is conducted in a manner consistent with the Company’s safety and procurement policies and programs.
• May provide direction to junior staff and review work.
• Assist in gas distribution system restoration efforts during emergencies.

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications

Technical Knowledge/Skill:

• • Knowledge of gas distribution construction and maintenance work practices and procedures.
  • Knowledge of applicable governmental codes and regulations, with the ability to interpret and apply complex regulatory requirements.
  • Knowledge of risk management principles, developing mitigation plans, and financial forecasting.
  • Working knowledge of environmental requirements affecting related activities.
  • Familiarity with MS Office.

Education:

• • Bachelor’s degree in engineering.

Experience: 

• • Minimum of five (5) 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.
  • 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.

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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:

$116,370.00-$129,300.00

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:

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity 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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