Gas System Planning Engineer
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation
- Orrville, OH
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Provide technical engineering expertise on all field operations projects including material and equipment specifications
- Direct oversight and management of pipeline and distribution system design day model and all associated requirements
- Performs hydraulic modeling analysis as requested on distribution and transmission pipeline system
- Support the development of new projects through the identification of required facilities in support of business development opportunities or customer requests
- Calculate and maintain station capacities and compare to current customer demand
- Provide support to Operations Services team in the development and execution of projects
- Assist with local agency permitting such as railroad and DOT, as needed
- Validate construction and as-built records for new operations projects
- Support updates to existing engineering drawings, records and material specifications for upgraded equipment
- Become familiar with all new regulations and codes
- Perform RSTRENG calculations and analysis as required
- Assist during emergency situations and response
- Assist with section shut-down procedure development
- Assist Operations with annual regulatory requirements as needed
- Assist with material and equipment specification approvals
- Assist with material verification
- Assist with Contractor MSA management
- Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in engineering or engineering technology; minimum of 3 years industry experience and/or training as evaluated by management. Valid Driver’s License
- Proficient knowledge of natural gas pipeline operations and compliance requirements
- Ability to communicate technical requirements or concepts effectively both orally and in writing
- Ability to understand and apply technical specifications, federal/state/local regulatory codes, and accepted industry construction or operations practices
- Familiarity with concepts and terminology related to the construction and maintenance of natural gas transmission facilities
- Proficient with computer software including Microsoft Office applications, Microsoft Projects, Synergi Gas Modeling Software, GasCalc, RSTRENG, and AutoCAD
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret engineering plans and specifications, technical procedures and manuals, and government regulations.
- Develop thorough knowledge of ESNG pipeline system operations.
- CFR 49 Part 192 and other industry regulations
- Understand DOT, railroad and other permitting requirements