Materials Engineer II or III

Southern Company Gas; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Company Gas is seeking a Materials Engineer to manage material quality programs, evaluate materials and tooling, and support new equipment rollouts across our gas system. The role emphasizes testing, data collection, and reporting on material performance.

Responsibilities include developing material specifications, overseeing inspections, and performing root-cause analysis to drive improvements. Collaboration with Supply Chain and third-party labs is essential to ensure compliance with

Qualifications

• BA/BS in engineering or related field required.
• EIT or PE license preferred.
• Experience in gas utility, pipelines, or energy-related field desired.

Responsibilities

• Execute material quality programs and evaluate material/tool performance through testing, trials and data collection.
• Write specifications for new materials and tools and plan implementation for new equipment roll-out.
• Oversee material sampling inspections and conduct root-cause analysis of material failures.

Skills

Material testing

Root cause analysis

Project management

Process improvement

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

BA/BS in Engineering

EIT or PE license (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Related Work Experience

The Materials Engineer is responsible for executing material quality management programs and evaluating material and tooling performance. This is done through testing, trials, and data collection. The position includes writing specifications for new materials and tools to be used in the system and planning implementation for new equipment roll out. The Materials Engineer is also responsible for material quality assurance, which is accomplished through on-site manufacturing inspections, oversight of incoming material sampling inspections, and material analysis and reporting of in-service material failures. This position will also evaluate new technologies and assist in the implementation, tracking and reporting on status of the technology being introduced.

Functional Expertise

• Evaluates new materials to be introduced into the system to verify material characteristics and that factory settings/testing are in compliance with applicable industry standards (e.g. ASTM and API) and Code requirements.
• Ensures material quality by overseeing statistical sampling of incoming materials and comparing the results against the product requirements specified in the purchase order.
• Develops material specifications of products approved for use in the system. Specifications are attached to material purchase orders.
• Oversight and project management of required material analysis programs (e.g. Mechanical Fitting Failure Analysis/Forms/DOT reporting, Plastic Pipeline Data Collection samples/forms)
• Administers the Defective Item Program and conducts root-cause analysis of materials deemed defective or to have failed and writes report of findings.

Business Acumen

• Identifies and evaluates new technologies and materials in an effort to improve system integrity and achieve greater efficiency in the field activities being conducted. Prepares cost-benefit analysis on the impact of new technology on field operations.

Engagement

• Coordinates field trials of new products or materials.
• Prepares communication plan in regards to the introduction of new products, changes to existing products and material failure analysis response.
• Responds to internal requests for support as it relates to materials and system components.
• Interacts with supplier’s technical staff on product performance.
• Interacts with third party labs for specialized testing.
• Demonstrates safe and efficient work practices in an office environment.

Driving Results

• Makes recommendations, in conjunction with Supply Chain, regarding alternate vendors or products based on findings from failure analysis testing and assists in establishing material recall plans as necessary.
• Monitors utilization rates of new technologies to validate cost impact.
• Conducts on-site manufacturing inspections to ensure vendor compliance with specified requirements of the material being purchased

Required

Education, Certifications/Licenses

• BA/BS in recognized engineering discipline

Preferred

• EIT or Professional Engineering License

Required

Related Work Experience

Engineer II

• 2 plus years of engineering or operations experience in a gas utility, pipeline transmission, or other energy related field including gas industry equipment manufacturing.

Engineer III

• 5 plus years of engineering or operations experience in a gas utility, pipeline transmission, or other energy related field including gas industry equipment manufacturing.

Preferred

• Experience in materials testing
• Project management experience

Specific Skills & Knowledge

• Thorough understanding of ASTM standards, API standards, ANSI standards and other standards as referenced in 49CFR192.7.
• Excellent project management skills
• Innovation
• Flexibility/Adaptability
• Results-Oriented
• Problem Solving and Analysis
• Planning and Organizing
• Exceptional written, verbal and presentation skills
• Thorough knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

• Occasional Traveler (5-20% travel): The incumbent will be required to travel on occasion. Trips may require air travel and/or overnight stay away from home for one or more nights.
• The incumbent works in an office environment.
• The incumbent may/will work near or with moving mechanical parts.
• The incumbent may/will be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, or chemicals.
• The incumbent may/will be exposed to varying outdoor weather conditions.
• The incumbent may/will be exposed to excessive noise.

Disclaimer

This information describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this job. The description is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of duties, responsibilities and qualifications required in the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to qualified disabled individuals for performance of essential duties and responsibilities.

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 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 solutions provider 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 customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas 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 has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.

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: 21513

Job Category: Engineering

Job Schedule: Full time

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