Engineer Specialist, System Planning
Job Description
Enbridge seeks an experienced Engineer Specialist to lead hydraulic modeling and system planning for the Salt Lake City natural gas distribution network. In this hybrid role, you will serve as the technical authority for network simulation, modeling, and contingency planning, guiding load forecasting, asset management, and regulatory engagement. The position blends technical leadership with strategic planning to ensure safe, reliable gas service while shaping the region’s infrastructure investments.
Responsibilities
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship while advancing cross-functional collaboration and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Oversee annual load gathering, simulation, and forecasting activities, including the management of supporting systems and integrations.
- Deliver hydraulic modeling, operational analysis, contingency planning, and winter operations support to maintain safe and reliable gas supply.
- Develop cost-effective reinforcement, expansion, and resiliency strategies through asset management planning, long-range forecasting, and infrastructure investment analysis.
- Lead network integrity efforts, major project coordination, and commercial/industrial load additions, ensuring compliance with technical standards and minimizing system risk.
- Manage reinforcement and replacement programs, prepare regulatory evidence and reports, and support regulatory applications, hearings, and stakeholder engagements.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
- 7+ years of experience in natural gas distribution or 10+ years of engineering experience.
- Professional Engineer (PE) designation is preferred.
- Strong communication, project management, and organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results.
- Customer-focused with excellent negotiation skills and the ability to build positive relationships with clients, customers, and landowners.
- In-depth knowledge of natural gas distribution codes, standards, policies, and procedures, with demonstrated ability to develop strategy, improve processes, and drive cross-departmental outcomes.
Benefits
- A flexible benefits program allowing selection of coverage levels for health, dental, insurance, and disability.
- Paid maternity and parental leave benefits up to 20 weeks for birth-giving parents and up to 12 weeks for other eligible parents.
- Retirement savings plans including an option to invest in company stock.
- Paid time off, vacation, sick leave, paid personal days where applicable, and paid holidays.
- Employee and Family Assistance Program.
- Wellness program focused on physical, mental, social, and financial well-being.
- Enbridge FlexWork hybrid options for eligible employees to work from home on select days, with potential for compressed work weeks or flexible start and end times; eligibility determined by role.
Posting End Date
July 29, 2026
Employee Type
Regular-Full time
Union/NON
This is a non-union position
Working Conditions
- Office environment.
- Occasional travel less than 5 percent to meet with regional Planning groups, Gas Control, or other locations as needed.
- Background screenings including a 5-year driving record, criminal check, and a company-sponsored medical exam.
Physical Requirements
- Grasping, kneeling, and light to moderate lifting up to 20 pounds, reaching above shoulder, repetitive motion, typing, sitting, standing, and the ability to read screens and interpret color coding.
- Visual and hearing requirements consistent with prolonged computer work and meeting participation.
Mental Requirements
- Ability to understand, remember, and apply instructions; analyze complex problems and explore solutions; organize thoughts into clear terms; prioritize short-term tasks; make decisions with moderate impact; follow established guidelines; complete routine forms; and compose letters.
Information for Applicants
Applications can be submitted via our online recruiting system only. We appreciate your interest in joining us; however, only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. Final candidates may be required to undergo a security screening, including a criminal records check.