Gas Standards Engineer

Job Title: Gas Standards Engineer 1  

Job Code:  MS6129 

Date Description Created: 8/10/23 

Job Summary 

To develop and maintain Company Gas Standards relating to materials, operations & maintenance activities, construction practices, and engineering processes for transmission lines, distribution mains, service lines, measurement & regulation stations/settings, underground storage, LNG and associated assets.  Manage all assignments in accordance with applicable federal, state, and industry standards and codes, ensuring safe, constructible, and cost effective operation of the gas system.  Investigate material failures. Assess and approve new materials for Company use. Communicate effectively with all major stakeholders including Operations, Design Engineering, Major Projects, Compliance, Legal, and manufacturers/suppliers of materials & equipment. 

Principle Duties and Responsibilities 

• Standards Creation and Revisions  

• Research and interpret Federal and State codes to correlate Gas Standards to regulations 

• Develop and maintain standards for the operation, maintenance, design, construction, and materials used for gas pipelines and facilities  

• Establish relationships and gain input from business partners and SMEs / SMRs for the successful development of Standards and procedures 

• Produce deliverable work product in the form of Standards (e.g., GS, HSE, UGS), Operational Notices (ON), Material Standards, Material Alerts, and other guidance materials with oversight and coaching provided 

• Complete Standards Evaluation (SEAS) requests involving reaffirmations and modifications of existing standards 

• Take responsibility for and execute on assigned Safety Management System (SMS) actions and issues (e.g., CAPs)  

• Materials Approvals and Failure Investigations  

• Coordinate Material Standard changes with Supply Chain, Engineering, and other stakeholders.  

• Support new product evaluations by attending demonstrations, auditing manufacturing facilities, and peer-led activities to review materials.  

• Support and conduct facility failure investigations and root cause analysis with oversight and coaching   

• Determine how and when a Facility Failure Report (FFR) is required and properly close out the FFR.   

• Participate (or manage) in the approval process for material and equipment approval requests.   

• Aid efforts to address material and equipment issues that have wide impact.  

• Support Integrity Management (DIMP, TIMP, SIMP) programs  

• Other duties as assigned 

Required Qualifications for Position 

• Graduate from a college or university with a Bachelor of Science degree in a four-year ABET accredited Engineering program  OR four-year ABET accredited Engineering Technology program 

• 0-2 years experience in related field. 

• Knowledge of the SEAS process.   

• Knowledge of computer applications, i.e., AutoCAD, Microsoft Teams, and Microsoft Office  

• Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, petroleum, welding, and/or civil engineering  

• Understanding of basic engineering/technical theories and principles  

• Understanding of basic practices of researching technical design issues, evaluating alternatives, and making sound recommendations.  

• Good written and oral communication skills  

• Valid driver’s license  

• Comfort and ability to lead meetings with large audiences  

• Ability to work effectively in diverse teams  

• Support Company goals and represent the company positively and professionally  

• Valid driver's license

Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position 

• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) and/or Professional Engineer (PE) licensure 

• Project management capabilities and Project Management Professional (PMP) certification 

Disclaimer 

The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position. 

Inclusion and Diversity: 

• Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others' perspectives/convictions, engaging others' opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners. 

• Respect and take into consideration diversity within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represent all walks of life and all backgrounds. 

• Treat others with respect and consideration.  Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment. 

Safety: 

• Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program.   

• Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries.   

• Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers.   

• Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits. 

The selected candidate will be hired for one of the 4 different levels based on experience.

• Gas Standards Engineer 1
• Gas Standards Engineer 2
• Gas Standards Engineer 3
• Sr. Gas Standards Engineer

This position can be located anywhere within the 6 state NiSource Gas Service Territory. Multiple openings with one location located in Columbus, OH.