Senior Pipeline Safety & PSMS Engineer

LG&E and KU Energy LLC; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

LG&E and KU Energy LLC is seeking a Gas Operations Engineer to provide technical oversight for Pipeline Safety Management Systems (PSMS), risk management, and regulatory compliance across gas operations. The role includes leading Near Miss/Good Catch investigations, developing and maintaining standards and procedures, and communicating findings to leadership.

The engineer will collaborate with field teams to ensure safety, reliability, and cost-effective operation, applying industry codes and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or engineering technology (ABET accredited).
• Experience in the natural gas industry preferred.
• Experience with incident investigations and analysis.
• Ability to analyze and solve engineering problems from a business perspective.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight for PSMS and risk management.
• Lead Near Miss/Good Catch investigations and related reporting.
• Develop and maintain standards and procedures; track changes.
• Prepare and present engineering reports and findings to leadership.

Skills

Communication skills

Risk assessment

Analytical thinking

Industry standards

Education

ABET Accredited BS in Engineering

Job description

LG&E and KU Energy LLC is seeking a Gas Operations Engineer to provide technical oversight for Pipeline Safety Management Systems (PSMS), risk management, and regulatory compliance across gas operations. The role includes leading Near Miss/Good Catch investigations, developing and maintaining standards and procedures, and communicating findings to leadership.

The engineer will collaborate with field teams to ensure safety, reliability, and cost-effective operation, applying industry codes and