Job Description

Introduction

PURPOSE: Lead complex and non-recurring special projects, initiatives and teams. Deliver technical leadership, process and design standardization, and peer development across NiSource engineering. This effort supplements engineering managers and leaders as a leadership resource with responsibilities beyond the expected capabilities of a senior engineer, including professional review, oversight, and certification of engineering designs.

The principal engineer will also evaluate, design, and estimate natural gas distribution facilities for new business, public and system improvement, and maintenance projects according to company standards and other applicable guidelines and codes. Natural gas distribution facilities may consist of main lines, service lines, and measurement regulation equipment. The principal engineer will provide technical assistance and support for Construction and Field Operations staff involved in the construction, operation, and maintenance of distribution facilities. Collaborate and coordinate efforts with key stakeholders on large distribution projects.

(Note: P.E. license requirements apply to those entering the Principal Engineer role as of 5/11/2019)

KEY RESULTS:

* Well executed special projects and initiatives
* P.E. stamped projects
* Technically strong engineering team members
* Consistent results in design, planning and close-out processes across NGD
* Ensure safe and reliable delivery of energy services at best cost
* Meet or exceed internal/external customer expectations
* Actual project costs are within 10% of estimated costs
* Safe/efficient high quality engineering designs that comply with policies, practices, standards, and applicable codes
* Productivity and performance results that meet or exceed expectations
* Timely delivery of all facility designs
* Consistent communication with key stakeholders and business partners
* Ensure post and pre winter operation system reviews are held

Responsibilities

* Perform project manager responsibilities for special projects and initiatives
* Exercise responsible charge over projects being designed by other engineers
* P.E. stamp project designs under principal engineers responsible charge according to state requirements
* Conduct QA/QC and follow-up development for engineering activities
* Represent engineering for development of process, material and gas standards
* Supplement engineering leadership and serve in an engineering leader role on an interim basis as need.
* Evaluate, design, and estimate natural gas distribution facilities
* Prepare permit applications and easement requests
* Prepare detailed drawings
* Compile capital work order / job order packets
* Prepare budget estimates
* Report on project variances
* Support Operations employees in emergency situations
* Provide training and guidance to new personnel
* Act as liaison to state, county, and local government officials
* Conduct winter preparedness reviews
* Assist in contract bid documentation
* Maintain MAOP documentation
* Review and process completion reports and as-built drawings
* Maintain professional license / registration in good standing

Qualifications

Key Work Experiences/Education:

Required for Selection:

* 5 years of related engineering experience
* Professional Engineering license in state being supported
* Demonstrated expertise and capabilities in project management
* Experience and knowledge that meets the requirements as set forth in the engineering advancement criteria
* Knowledge of company and industry codes, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures
* Bachelors degree in an engineering curriculum from an EAC/ABET accredited college or university.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred for Selection :

* 10 years of gas distribution experience
* 5 years of gas distribution engineering experience
* Professional Engineering license in multiple NiSource states
* Masters degree in Business or Engineering

Technical/Functional Competencies:

Required for Selection:

* Demonstrated knowledge of various pc applications and software (i.e. Word, Excel, AutoCAD)

Preferred for Selection:

* Demonstrated knowledge of technical business applications and systems used by NGD engineering (e.g. Work Management Systems, Synergee, AutoCad; GIS; GasCalc; Pipeline ToolBox

General Competencies:

Required for Selection:

* Coaching
* Developing Others
* Building a Successful Team
* Building Strategic Working Relationships
* Building Partnerships
* Communication
* Collaboration
* Building Trust
* Leading Through Vision Values
* Adaptability
* Facilitating Change
* Continuous Improvement
* Continuous Learning
* Decision Making
* Quality Orientation
* Planning and Organizing

This position is subject to applicable DOT Anti-Drug and Alcohol Misuse Prevention Plan (AMPP) regulations, which includes requiring a DOT drug test.

Relocation assistance is available for this position.

How To Apply

For immediate consideration, please apply on-line atnbsp;careers.nisource.com before March 26th!

Inclusion & 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.

By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities.