Project Engineer, Gas

Eversource Energy; Auburn (MA); On-site; USD 116,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversource Energy in Massachusetts seeks a gas distribution engineer to plan, develop, schedule, and perform engineering assignments related to the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of gas distribution and pressure regulating systems, including major projects. You will analyze, recommend, and develop projects for implementation and may supervise on-call assignments.

The role requires collaboration with internal teams and external stakeholders, ensures compliance with codes and

Qualifications

• Five to eight years of related engineering experience.
• Gas experience is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Designs systems or installations to fit the Company’s objectives, ensuring conformance with industry standards, guidelines and regulations of federal, state and local authorities.
• Performs site layouts and prepares necessary documents for procurement, permitting and construction. Specifies and procures materials and equipment, coordinates in-house and contract labor
• Prepares projects for bid, schedule and conduct bid meetings. Evaluates bids and initiates award of purchase orders; may assist with the development of capital project budget plans, estimating project costs, performing equipment analysis, etc.
• Develops and maintains field procedures to ensure compliance with company standards and procedures, federal, state and local regulations and codes; Assists in the oversite of construction activities to ensure specification and code compliance.
• Coordinates construction activities with customers, contractors, States, Municipalities and internal departments
• Reviews purchase requisitions, and invoices related to departmental activity; Provides financial support to upper management for budget development and cost tracking. Develops, Monitors and presents reports/summaries on project and departmental budgets.

Skills

Distribution engineering

Welding & fusing

Regulatory compliance

Project coordination

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Technology

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B, O-1, J-1, TN, E-3, etc.). Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.

Role and Scope of Position:

Plans, develops, schedules, and performs engineering assignments related to the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of gas distribution and pressure regulating systems, including major/complex projects. Analyzes, recommends and develops specific projects for implementation. Assumes supervisory on-call assignments as required. Supports values and commitment to Eversource’s mission, strategy and values.

Essential Functions:

• Designs systems or installations to fit the Company’s objectives, ensuring conformance with industry standards, guidelines and regulations of federal, state and local authorities
• Performs site layouts and prepares necessary documents for procurement, permitting and construction. Specifies and procures materials and equipment, coordinates in-house and contract labor
• Prepares projects for bid, schedule and conduct bid meetings. Evaluates bids and initiates award of purchase orders; may assist with the development of capital project budget plans, estimating project costs, performing equipment analysis, etc.
• Develops and maintains field procedures to ensure compliance with company standards and procedures, federal, state and local regulations and codes; Assists in the oversite of construction activities to ensure specification and code compliance.
• Coordinates construction activities with customers, contractors, States, Municipalities and internal departments
• Reviews purchase requisitions, and invoices related to departmental activity; Provides financial support to upper management for budget development and cost tracking. Develops, Monitors and presents reports/summaries on project and departmental budgets.
• Integrates and coordinates internal and external resources necessary to ensure materials and equipment are delivered on time to complete processes or projects
• Monitors project progress and recommends schedule changes, cost and resource adjustments required to meet company objectives
• Ensures project work is conducted in a manner consistent with the Company’s safety and procurement policies and programs
• May provide direction to junior staff and review work

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skill:

• Thorough knowledge of distribution construction and maintenance work practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable governmental codes and regulations
• Knowledge of welding and fusing principles
• Working knowledge of environmental requirements affecting related activities
• Familiarity with MS computer operations
• Some exposure to gaseous atmospheres, construction site hazards, and hazards on customer’s property

Education:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Technology or related discipline.

Experience :

• Five (5) to eight (8) years of related engineering experience
• Gas experience is a plus

Licenses & Certifications:

• None

Working Conditions:

• Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
• Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.
• Work is performed primarily in an office environment which requires sitting, standing, walking and climbing stairs are involved.
• Job can require traveling to operating districts, gas facilities and companies within and outside the state.
• This is a Safety Sensitive position and subject to random drug testing.

Mental Aspects :

• Work includes calculating, comparing, technical writing, editing, planning, evaluating, interpreting, organizing, consulting, analyzing, designing, documenting, specifying, coordinating, implementing and presenting.
• This role works in an environment that often requires the performance of multiple simultaneous activities, where deadlines need to be met and work is performed under pressure while involving significant business commitments and results.

Competencies:

Build trusting relationships

Manage and develop people

Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration

Lead change

Communicate strategic vision

Create an engaged workforce

Focus on the customer

Take ownership & accountability

Compensation and Benefits:

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program.Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive.The annual salary range for this position is:

$116,370.00-$129,300.00

Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.

EEO Statement :

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

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