Gas Standards Engineer I, II or Senior Location: Fayetteville, AR, United States Job ID: 35383 Date Posted: Sep 20, 2024 Position will close at 12:00am CT on Oct 1, 2024 Salary: $ 69350 to $ 104000 Annually Share: share to e-mail Apply Now > Job Description Job Specifications Black Hills Energy is people powered and purpose driven. Our team uses the power of energy to improve life for over one million customers in 800+ communities across the West and Midwest. We seek talented, caring people who embody our core values and contribute to a culture of inclusion and growth. As an organization, we believe the best part of working on our team is our commitment to making tomorrow better than today—for our customers, communities and each other. Position summary: This position will involve working in our Natural Gas System Safety team providing professional services to our natural gas utility operations in multiple states. Review PHMSA regulations, industry standards, and develops procedures to follow regulations. Supports Gas Engineering Standards Committee to develop standards and maintains appropriate record keeping and O&M Manual updates. Develops procedures and work practices. Pay Range:This posting includes the full pay range for this position. Pay is based on a number of factors and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. Level I:$69,350 - $104,000 / Grade 13 Level II:$82,550 - $123,800 / Grade 15 Senior: $92,500 - $152,450 / Grade 17 Reporting Relationship:Design & Materials Manager Location:Council Bluffs, Iowa or Fayetteville, Arkansas Relocation Assistance:Relocation assistance is available based on individual circumstances! Details to be shared during the offer process. Essential Functions: • Maintains sections of the Gas Operations and Maintenance manual, the Gas Operating Standards manual, the Gas Material Standards manual, and the Gas Emergency Plan manual. • Participate in committees to get SME feedback on O&M manual changes and updates. • Provides support for document changes initiated outside of the standards team and works those changes into the process for review and publishing. • Be familiar with 49 CFR 192, API 1104, API 1173 and API 1107. • Supports action items associated with Gas Operations and Maintenance manual updates resulting from incident investigations, safety events, and lessons learned. • Be familiar with ASME B31.8 and other related ASME standards related to pipeline and facility design and specification. • Provides day to day technical support and problem solving to operations personnel, advises on standards, pipeline safety laws and provides research on a wide variety of technical topics. • Responsible for providing technical expertise in regulatory matters and audits relating to procedures and documented processes. Additional Responsibilities: • Be familiar with trends related to the materials in gas distribution network piping. Including participation in national and regional organizations, (AGA, NACE, MEA…etc.) • Assists in providing professional services elsewhere in the company’s energy business, as requested. • Works with interested parties and SME’s to get feedback and identify standard processes for operating procedures and manual updates. What You'll Need: Level I: • Bachelor's Degree Engineering from ABET accredited university, Environmental service, or Safety or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience • No experience required. Training provided. Level II: • Bachelor's Degree Engineering from ABET accredited university, Environmental service, or Safety or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience • Minimum of (1) one year of gas industry experience. Senior: • Bachelor's Degree Engineering from ABET accredited university, Environmental service, or Safety or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience • Minimum of (4) four years of gas industry experience. What Is Desired Or Can Be Taught: • Strong interpersonal and communications skills. • Effective presentation, facilitation, and training skills. • Familiar with pipe design code standards and material specifications • Strong writing and editing skills. • Ability to thoroughly document analytical work. • Background knowledge in Microsoft 365 platform including TEAMS. • Knowledge in file management systems such as FileNet or SharePoint. • Knowledge of plant operations, Construction Planning, or Inspection. This description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, and requirements for employees in this position. Job descriptions may and do change periodically. Where positions are covered by a collective bargaining unit agreement, the terms and conditions of the agreement will apply. About our Company:We are a customer, growth and safety focused utility company that is dedicated to our communities. We improve life with energy as an energy partner of choice. Our diverse culture fuels unique perspectives, opening doors to new insights and possibilities. Based in Rapid City, South Dakota, we have over 3000 employees and serve 1.3 million natural gas and electric utility customers across eight states (South Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, and Arkansas). Enjoy our Comprehensive Benefits Package! Annual discretionary bonuses, 401(k) (6% company match and up to 9% company retirement contribution), tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off benefits, including paid holidays and parental leave, company paid life insurance and disability benefits (short and long term), an employee assistance program and well-being benefits, and competitive medical, dental and vision insurance. Candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. Black Hills Energy does not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or status as a protected veteran. If you require reasonable accommodation, please visit careers.blackhillsenergy.com for more information. Wage: 69350 to 104000 Share: mail Apply Now >