Project Engineering, I, II or III
Georgia Power Company
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Job Summary
Atlanta Gas Light is looking for Engineers interested in joining this country’s vital natural gas industry. Natural Gas is an essential part of America’s Energy mix and a trusted energy source for more than 70 million homes and businesses. With over a 100-year supply of natural gas reserves in North America, the natural gas industry has a bright future.
This position is an exciting opportunity for engineers who enjoy the challenges and responsibilities of coordinating the construction of natural gas transmission and distribution facilities. The right candidate must be a self-starter and able to make sound decisions. Incumbents in this role administer external resources who construct gas utility infrastructure, while delivering on financial and operating objectives. The Associate Engineer drives quality and safety expectations and ensures that those standards are met within a functional or regional area.
Please note, this position is posted as a job family and may be filled at either the Engineer, I (Level 3), Engineer, II (Level 4) or Engineer, III (Level 5). People who demonstrate advanced skills in terms of work experience, education and certifications may be eligible for the advanced grade.
Functional Expertise:
Oversees construction of underground gas utility infrastructure for residential, commercial, and industrial properties.
Makes decisions in the field and coordinates with internal and/or external service providers and support departments (environmental and real estate) and external agencies to ensure that work is performed as planned, permitted, and scheduled.
Inspects Construction (safety, compliance, quality, locates and restoration).
Reviews and approves work orders, progress reports, field changes, invoices, as-built records and bid contracts to ensure compliance and company standards and policies.
Updates as necessary, Management, Sales, Engineering, and other applicable stakeholders on project progress.
Monitors project specific budget and/or cost per unit variances and identifies exceptions/variances.
Business Acumen:
Analyzes costs and benefits for specific construction projects and evaluates alternatives to ensure cost effectiveness of construction projects.
Evaluates and recommends field design changes to keep construction projects on schedule and at or below forecasted spend
Engagement:
Interprets pipeline contracts to effectively leverage and negotiate the application of contractual items with external service providers.
Maintains customer satisfaction through timely and thorough communication with individual customers, municipalities, and other governmental agencies at pre-con meetings and throughout the project (such as state Department of Transportation, cities, counties, etc.).
Influences external contractors who represent the company by shadowing corporate values.
Driving Results:
Establishes and monitors work goals and objectives. Measures employee performance and sets safety, quality and productivity metrics.
Creates and/or implements improved processes and techniques to enhance operating environments.
Education, Certifications/Licenses:
Qualifications
Project Engineer I: Level 3
Education and Experience:
Required:
BA/BS in Engineering from an ABET Accredited School (Mechanical, Civil or General)
0-2 years of progressive Engineering experience
Or
Equivalent academic education and experience
Skills:
Ability to communicate with all levels in the organization
Computer Assisted Design/Geographic Information System - basic proficiency
MS Office - advanced proficiency
Certifications/Licenses:
- Preferred: Engineer in Training (EIT)
Project Engineer II: Level 4
Education and Experience:
Required:
BA/BS in Engineering from an ABET Accredited School (Mechanical, Civil or General)
2-4 years of progressive Engineering experience
Or
Equivalent academic education and experience
Skills:
Project Management
Ability to communicate with all levels in the organization
Ability to influence and persuade in decision making
Computer Assisted Design/Geographic Information System - intermediate proficiency
MS Office - advanced proficiency
Certifications/Licenses:
- Preferred: Engineer in Training (EIT) or Project Management Professional (PMP)
Project Engineer III: Level 5
Education and Experience:
Required:
BA/BS in Engineering from an ABET Accredited School (Mechanical, Civil or General)
4+ years of progressive engineering experience in gas standards and materials, project engineering or construction management of natural gas or other pipeline facilities
2 + years familiarity and experience with Gas Safety regulations or utility pipeline construction practices
Skills:
Project Management
Ability to communicate with all levels in the organization
Ability to influence and persuade in decision making
Computer Assisted Design/Geographic Information System - intermediate proficiency
MS Office - advanced proficiency
Certifications/Licenses:
- Preferred: Professional Engineer (PE) or Project Management Professional (PMP)
Preferred: Project Management
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:
The incumbent may/will be exposed to varying outdoor weather conditions.
The incumbent may/will be exposed to construction related activities including walking of construction sites
This position occasionally requires prolonged standing or walking.
This position occasionally requires the incumbent to reach above shoulder-level.
This position occasionally requires the incumbent to climb in/out of excavations, kneel, bend, and climb ladders to inspect pipeline construction activity.
This position requires the ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
Local travel with occasional overnight travel
Keyboarding
The incumbent may/will be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, or chemicals and provided proper PPE.
The incumbent may/will be exposed to excessive noise and provided proper PPE.
About Southern Company Gas
Southern Company Gas is a wholly owned subsidiary of Atlanta-based Southern Company (NYSE:SO), America’s premier energy company. Southern Company Gas serves approximately 4.2 million natural gas utility customers through its regulated distribution companies in four states and approximately 600,000 retail customers through its companies that market natural gas. Other nonutility businesses include investments in interstate pipelines and ownership and operation of natural gas storage facilities. For more information, visit southerncompanygas.com .
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Job Identification: 7519
Job Category: Construction
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Atlanta Gas Light
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