Principal, Engineer
Atlanta, GA
Job Summary
The purpose of this position is to manage a staff responsible for creating and maintaining hydraulic models of natural gas distribution and transmission systems. Position is accountable for ensuring model deliverables are met and data accuracy is achieved by managing resources and priorities; identifying issues and fixing root causes associated with data, process, and software tools; and implementing new software and process changes to improve results. Position also provides data analytics support and is responsible for planning hardware and software changes/upgrades that impact the System Planning department.
Please note, this position may be filled at either the Sr, Engineer (Level 6), or Principal Engineer, (Level 7). Individuals who demonstrate advanced skills in terms of work experience, education and certifications may be eligible for the advanced grade.
Functional Expertise:
Familiarity with facility data in GIS, PITS, AR, SCADA and customer data (CIS, NBA, BCA, GOS / interruptible / transportation / special rate) for each utility.
Works with local System Operations personnel, Marketing, Gas Operations, GIS and IT to set up data extraction procedures and automate them if possible.
Utilizes hydraulic modeling and data processing tools to build and validate models.
Maintains gas distribution model and load information.
Provides SME guidance for Synergi, Customer Management Module, Model Builder, Mainframe DS system and other in-house applications.
Business Acumen:
Manages resources and priorities to ensure model deliverables are met.
Quickly determines data essential to model building and processes large amounts of data efficiently.
Ensures data accuracy is achieved by identifying issues related to data, process, and/or software application tools and making corrections at the source.
Identify improvement opportunities by periodically assessing business needs against current resources and service level achievements for better results.
Engagement:
Collaborates with System Operations, IT, Gas Control, Land Management, Customer Development, Marketing, Rate, Engineering Design, System Operations and Field Operations to ensure input data are accurate and current.
Provides rationale for the solution recommended.
Works with vendor to ensure future software enhancements align with SCG business needs.
Driving Results:
Manages staff to ensure performance meets expectations.
Provides quality control of the hydraulic model and GIS mapping system.
Performs validation checks to determine if the model performs in concert with field conditions.
Identifies issues and implements changes to improve the current process and procedures.
Education, Certifications/Licenses:
Required:
- BA/BS Degree in Engineering
Preferred:
BS Degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering
Professional Engineering License
Lead Engineer (Level 7)
Required for consideration:
- Minimum of 10-15 years of experience in engineering, technology, or GIS role
Specific Skills& Knowledge:
Required:
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Strong project management skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Geographic Information System (GIS) or comparable system - intermediate proficiency
MS Excel, Word and Access – intermediate proficiency
Preferred:
Geographic Information System (GIS) or comparable system – advanced proficiency
Synergi Gas Modeling software – intermediate to advanced proficiency
MS Excel and MS Access –advanced proficiency
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:
The incumbent will work in an office environment.
Physical demands: Prolonged sitting.
On-call duties: None initially. Will be placed on rotation to respond to urgent issues after training and experience is gained.
About Southern Company Gas
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 residential and commercial 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 infrastructure company 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 our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero 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 and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.
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: 7042
Job Category: Engineering
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: AGL Services Company
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