Engineer 3 - Sr Engineer

Atmos Energy Corporation; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Atmos Energy Corporation is seeking a seasoned engineer to lead complex pipeline projects. The role involves design, materials selection, regulatory compliance, and coordination with Engineering and Operations to ensure timely, on-budget project completion.

You will evaluate leakage surveys, develop standards, and prepare technical reports while maintaining safety and DOT/PHMSA-specified screenings. The position demands a BS in Engineering (ABET or non-ABET with extensive experience) and an

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering with four, eight, or twelve years of professional engineering experience as outlined.
• Engineer-In-Training registration with a state board.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-experts.
• Ability to perform algebraic, trigonometric and geometric calculations.
• Advanced knowledge of software applications to create documents, reports and graphics.

Responsibilities

• Construct and maintain pipeline systems; select materials, develop procedures and ensure code compliance.
• Evaluate leakage survey effectiveness.
• Operate pipeline system including regulation, measurement, curtailment and loss/gain considerations.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local rules and regulations.
• Design system mains, regulator and meter settings and corrosion protection.
• Provide input on developing and evaluating operating standards.
• Conduct product evaluations and present safety/economics reports to standards committee.
• Review paperwork on completed jobs for accuracy and adherence to design specs.
• Provide engineering specifications, surveys, and direction necessary for project completion on schedule and budget.
• Coordinate activities between Engineering and Operations for timely project completion.
• Provide specialized reports and studies as required.
• Develop approaches to solutions.

Skills

Engineering design

Regulatory compliance

Data analysis

Team coordination

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Engineering degree (non-ABET)

Engineer-In-Training (EIT)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

THIS JOB DESCRIPTION DOES NOT ATTEMPT TO LIST ALL OF THE DUTIES THAT ARE OR MAY BE PERFORMED IN THIS POSITION

Primary Duties

1. Operates with considerable latitude in performing complex technical assignments involving, but not limited to, the following:
   1. a. Construction of new and maintenance of existing pipeline systems including selection of materials, development of procedures, compliance with applicable codes and inspection of work in progress;
   2. b. Evaluation of leakage survey effectiveness;
   3. c. Operation of pipeline system including regulation, measurement, curtailment and loss or gain of natural gas;
   4. d. Compliance with Federal, state and local rules and regulations;
   5. e. Design of system mains, regulator and meter settings and corrosion control protection.
2. Provides input regarding the development and evaluation of the Company's operating standards.
3. Conducts product evaluation and presents recommendations to standards committee based on product safety, economics of use and user friendliness.
4. Reviews paperwork regarding completed jobs for accuracy and adherence to original design specifications.
5. Provides engineering specifications, surveys and directions that are necessary for project completion on schedule and within budget.
6. Assists in the coordination of activities between Engineering and Operations to assure the timely completion of projects.
7. Provides specialized reports and studies as required.
8. Determines and develops approach to solutions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

1. Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineer-In-Training registration with a state board, and four years of professional experience in engineering, or
2. Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program, and eight years of professional experience in engineering, or
3. Bachelor's degree in Engineering from a non-ABET accredited program, and twelve years of professional experience in engineering.
4. Valid driver's license.

Communication Skills: Requires the ability to communicate with internal and/or external customers in order to obtain and/or provide explanations and/or information on technical concepts to individuals without experience or knowledge of the technical area.

Numeric Skills: Requires the ability to perform algebraic, trigonometric and geometric operations and/or moderately complex statistical and/or accounting methods.

Computer Skills: Requires advanced knowledge of various software applications to create complex documents, reports and graphics.

Work Conditions: Works in an office environment, occasionally outdoors. Requires occasionally performing activities including, but not limited to, bending, stooping, grasping, reaching, twisting, turning and/or lifting.

As a Safety-Sensitive position, pre and post-employment screenings, including but not limited to drug testing as outlined by the Department of Transportation (DOT) and Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), and motor vehicle record (MVR) background checks are required.

Atmos Energy Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Job Family: Engineering