Gas Engineer I

Gas Engineer I (Level Non-Manager) supports natural gas system improvement, compliance, and budgeting through engineering studies, hydraulic modeling, and project design support.

Responsibilities

• Perform gas engineering studies and evaluate alternative designs or processes for assigned facilities.
• Specify or validate gas materials and gas equipment required for projects.
• Build and maintain statewide hydraulic models using Synergi Gas for each system, and use results to recommend improvements and support budgetary objectives.
• Use fuel gas engineering practices and maintain compliance with Local, State, and Federal requirements, including Arizona’s Pipeline Safety Rules (Title 14, Chapter 5), CFR Title 49 Parts 190 through 199, API 1104, Gas Engineers Handbook, and the Clean Water Act.
• Assist departmental staff with GIS, pipeline design, as-built, and Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) evaluation and redesign.
• Coordinate with Right-of-Way Agent for local projects with direction from Land Resources Department to support Right of Way functionality.
• Contribute to internal and external customer satisfaction goals.
• Support gas initiatives and teamwork across a diverse environment; lead by example.
• Manage company resources for designing and maintaining safety during construction and maintenance activities.
• Ensure work conforms to federal pipeline safety codes (DOT Part 190 through 199); interpret code and provide management input to modify programs when needed.
• Stay current on federal, state, and local laws and requirements affecting day-to-day natural gas pipeline operations.
• Respond as necessary to emergency conditions within the local service area.
• Create design and construction drawings for Interconnects, Regulator Stations, and Large Metering Stations with Measurement personnel.
• Provide support to district personnel across engineering-related functionality.
• Assist with annual capital and operating budget forecasting, preparation, and analysis.
• Perform engineering calculations including SMYS, bending, external loading, blasting, and related analyses.
• Analyze gas piping systems using Synergi Gas and recommend improvements to district managers.
• Support materials/standards compliance by assisting with creation of materials standards and material descriptions for approved use in gas distribution and transmission systems.
• Assist with procedure/form development and edits.
• Assist with material failure investigation and reporting.
• Assist with statewide and district material inventory activities with warehouse and Procurement teams.
• May provide services to company affiliates subject to the UNS Energy Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Occasional travel throughout UESG territories.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in the gas industry and engineering field.
• 1–3 years’ experience in the gas industry or engineering field is also indicated for Gas Engineer I; Gas Engineer I & II scope includes Level Non-Manager duties.
• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Civil Engineering (BSME) preferred; other engineering degrees and experience will be considered.
• Gas utility experience or exposure preferred.
• Basic knowledge of GIS/CAD applications.
• Natural gas facilities construction experience preferred.
• Effective verbal and written communication; ability to conduct productive meetings.
• Critical listening, analysis, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong time management; ability to multi-task and deliver assignments on schedule.
• Competent computer skills in Office 365.
• Ability to work independently and participate effectively in team projects within budget and timeframe.
• Valid AZ driver’s license; must submit to company pre-employment and DOT/PHMSA random drug testing as required.
• Ability to travel, including overnight travel and on short notice.
• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing technology and business.
• Working knowledge of GIS/CAD systems.
• Knowledge of hydraulic modeling/system analysis applications (Synergi Gas preferred).
• Demonstrated effectiveness as a department lead with ability to define business solutions using appropriate technology and/or process solutions.
• Working knowledge of DOT, State, and company policies and procedures, including CFR Parts 199 and 191, 192, AZ Revised Statutes, AZ Administrative Code, and company O&M, Emergency, Construction, Engineering, Measurement, Corrosion, and General Procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable codes, standards, regulations, and fuel gas engineering practices.

Technologies

• Synergi Gas
• GIS
• CAD
• Office 365

Location: Prescott, AZ (onsite). Salary: USD 74,520 per year.