Engineer I/II/Sr - Facility Planning

Bhegts; Omaha, Northern (NE, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Natural Gas, part of the BHE Pipeline Group, is seeking engineers in Omaha, NE to perform system planning analysis, cost estimating, and project evaluation for pipeline facilities. Positions range from Engineer I to Sr Engineer, with progression based on experience and PE licensure.

Strong communication, MS Office, and pipeline knowledge are essential. The successful candidate will develop and maintain models, coordinate outages, and provide technical leadership to support throughput

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business administration or related field; or equivalent work experience.
• Engineer levels require progressively more experience: I (0–1 year), II (1–3 years), Sr (5+ years and PE preferred).
• Strong writing and communication skills; ability to prepare reports and present findings.
• Proficiency with PC and office software; knowledge of pipeline design and operations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide system planning analysis and cost estimating; identify constraints and throughput optimization.
• Evaluate project alternatives to support operations and marketing strategies.
• Develop and maintain pipeline models to support throughput activities.
• Coordinate outages and provide technical input for project planning and optimization.
• Provide technical leadership to staff and assist in problem solving.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Project management

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Pipeline simulation software

SCADA

Excel/Word/PowerPoint/Access

Visual Basic

Job description

This is a multi-level posting. Candidates may be considered for any of the levels posted, depending on their level of experience and depth of expertise.

This position is responsible for identifying project scope alternatives, estimating the cost of these alternatives and making recommendations regarding the optimal facilities required to meet commercial objectives.

Responsibilities

Provides system planning analysis and cost estimating; supplies system outage analysis; defines system constraints and determines throughput maximization to optimize the system's performance.

Evaluates project alternatives to enhance business opportunities and increase customer service; develops project scopes and economic feasibility to support operations and marketing strategies.

Researches and identifies new and alternative technologies to promote a safe, reliable and efficient pipeline operation.

Acts as a liaison to gas control, market services, operations and marketing as well as other transportation management units to coordinate outages for compression and pipeline facilities for Northern, provide information and facilitate the resolution of problems.

Develops and maintains pipeline models to support overall throughput activities.

Performs or participates in the accomplishment of various methodology development, throughput strategy meetings, etc.

Researches and participates in the evaluation of Northern transmission system constraints or expansions.

Makes recommendations and participates in the development of alternatives to optimize gas flow through available receipt/delivery points through the use of a transient and/or steady-state model.

Provide technical leadership to staff.

Provide technical input to assist in development of project planning.

Provide technical input to assist in maximizing the efficiency of Northern’s pipeline system.

Perform additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business administration or related field; or equivalent work experience. (Typically six years of related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess a bachelor’s degree.)

The Engineer I position requires zero to one year of related engineering experience. Strong computer skills, particularly Microsoft Office applications. Effective oral and written communication skills. Strong technical writing ability. Effective analytical and problem-solving skills. Project management skills: ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.

The Engineer II position requires one to three years of engineering experience. Must have significant engineering knowledge of natural gas industry related to the design and installation of pipelines, compressor stations and process equipment.

The Sr Engineer position requires five years of industry experience as a practicing engineer and must be a licensed PE. If no PE license, then must have eight or more years as a practicing engineer. Advanced technical degree or registration as a licensed professional engineer in a state served by Northern preferred.

Knowledge of engineering principles and practices for analysis (pipeline/compression theory).

Ability to prepare clear, concise, timely and complete written reports.

Broad knowledge of company functions (regulatory, financial, marketing, market services, operations, gas control, etc.).

Working knowledge of environmental, DOT and FERC regulations.

Must possess self-motivation and initiative to recognize, analyze and recommend alternative solutions to problems and issues.

Proficiency with PC and various software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, etc.)Knowledge and proficiency with steady-state, transient and online pipeline simulation software; SCADA, Load Supply Forecasting System, Expert Systems, Visual Basic and Neutral Nets a plus.

Effective oral and written communication skills.

Effective analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.

Support the company’s employee policies and procedures, including workplace safety rules.

About Us

BHE Pipeline Group consists of Berkshire Hathaway Energy’s interstate natural gas pipeline companies, BHE GT&S, Kern River Gas Transmission Company and Northern Natural Gas Company. Combined, BHE Pipeline Group operates approximately 21,200 miles of pipeline with a design capacity of approximately 21.1 billion cubic feet of natural gas per day, owns assets in 27 states and is an industry leader in natural gas transportation. BHE Pipeline Group also operates 22 natural gas storage facilities with a total working gas capacity of 515.6 billion cubic feet and a liquefied natural gas export, import and storage facility.

About the Team

Northern Natural Gas is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

Job Info

• Job Identification 10004711
• Job Category Engineering
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 1111 S 103rd St, Omaha, NE, 68124, US