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The Engineer, Integrity Verification, is accountable for managing the Nicor Gas Dig Program. This position will assist the lead engineer with the Integrity Verification Program through detailed research and prudent evaluation of existing pipeline and related asset records and physical attributes based on codes, standards, and practices established by PHMSA, the Company, and Industry. As the assets are assessed, the Engineer orchestrates and directs subsequent actions, as necessary, including managing additional work to establish maximum allowable operating pressures. The role requires significant coordination with Transmission Integrity, Project Management, Construction, Land, GIS & Asset Data Services as well as precise documentation.

The Dig Program will process all digs performed:

• manage all projects to meet all codes and standards

  • ensure the SOW for each dig is followed

  • review and provide feedback on designs by third-party and direct internally designed projects

  • technical support to construction field activities including on-site support

  • utilize digs (excavations) to cover multiple requests (if opportunistic)

  • obtain Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) data

  • satisfy TIMP assessment requirements

  • satisfy Operations needs (corrosion, asset protection, etc.)

• Develop technical procedures, projects, and engineering designs, by interacting with staff and performing quality reviews to ensure designs meet PHMSA, State, and Company standards

• Follow established Asset Development Processes (ADP) to ensure meaningful structure exists to meet departmental and company objectives

• Work to establish and organize detailed historical records pertaining to gas system integrity

• Track projects from concept through completion with responsibility for schedule and budget variances

• Develop permanent records and evaluation processes to an established standard

• Design engineering solutions that provide the most efficient and cost-effective long-term solutions for ongoing issues with the gas distribution system

• Ensure that applicable requirements and standards for reporting are followed

• Assure compliance with Company policies & procedures

• Identify and properly manage project risk

• Collaborate with Construction Management, PMO, GIS and Asset Data Services, System Integrity and System Planning leaders to produce effective solutions and designs

• Track project metrics to ensure project completions are on time.

• Identify and track design scope changes (e.g. adequately documented, impact analysis, approved, etc.)

• Coordinate department and project meetings

• Provide scheduling and budgeting support to ensure that budgeted projects are constructed within budget year

• Develop project execution plans

• Support departmental O&M goals

• Participate in scorecard process for contractors

• On time delivery for project designs

• BA/BS in Engineering (Civil, Industrial, or Mechanical preferred)

• 1-2 years of progressive Engineering experience or any equivalent education and experience

• 2-3 years of progressive engineering experience

• 5 years of progressive engineering experience in gas standard and materials, project engineering or construction management of natural gas, pipeline facilities or other applicable industries.
• 2 years or more of familiarity and experience with Gas Safety regulations or utility pipeline construction practices

Or equivalent education and experience

• Strong engineering and construction knowledge with natural gas distribution systems, natural gas transmission systems, gas engineering principles and theories, and DOT pipeline safety regulations
• Knowledge of PHMSA Part 192, ASME B31.8, B31.8S and other codes related to pipeline integrity
• Strong understanding of the integrity management assessment process
• MS Office Suite – intermediate proficiency
• Highly skilled working across functional organization for group coordination
• Ability to communicate with all levels in the organization
• Ability to influence and persuade in decision making.

• Preferred: Engineer in Training (E.I.T.) or Professional Engineering License (PE)

• Exposure to all types of weather
• Keyboarding: 50%
• Regular Field Presence at Construction Sites

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.

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: 20848

Job Category: Engineering

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Nicor Gas

Pay Range: - USD undefined:

Base salary varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, and at the time of this posting, this is the reasonable salary range for this role.