WGL - Electrical Engineer - Springfield - AltaGas

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Job Description

WGL - Electrical Engineer

Washington Gas has an immediate opening for an Electrical Engineer to support Design & Engineering (D&E) and project management functions associated with small to medium scale capital projects and operations & maintenance (O&M) support at storage, production, gate station, and transmission system facilities with focus on electrical equipment and systems. We are opening to hiring at the Engineer I or II levels depending on experience.

You Will:

• Performs or assists with engineering, design, and calculations for electrical capital and O&M projects of small to medium scope or on portions of major capital projects.
• Assists with developing or develops, reviews, and updates PFDs, P&IDs, one-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, and construction and operating drawings etc...
• Develops or assists with equipment specifications and performs equipment selection of generators, motors, distribution panels, lighting, automatic transfer switches, outlets, etc...
• Develops, reviews, and updates electrical system and construction/installation standards and specifications
• Performs or assists with formal electrical system and equipment testing and analysis including electrical load studies.
• Develops, oversees, or assists with system and equipment maintenance programs including recommendations for maintenance and post-maintenance evaluation, etc.
• Assists with troubleshooting electrical equipment and makes recommendations for repair or replacement, as required.
• Manages specific capital and maintenance projects of small to medium scope, including financial planning, scheduling, equipment procurement, contractor interfacing, and project documentation.
• Oversees on site construction and equipment installation, start-up, testing, placement into service, and project documentation. Inspects completed and existing installations to observe appropriate operation, ensure conformance to design and equipment specifications, and verify compliance with operational and safety standards.
• Performs the engineering and design for large load meter/regulator (LLMR) projects and other mechanical projects of small to medium scope, including piping/equipment sizing calculations, as needed.
• Develops and delivers project status or engineering concept presentations to various audiences.

You Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• At least 0-2 years of experience in natural gas or related energy sector industry, and/or project engineer role, specializing in electrical engineering.
• "Engineer-in-Training Certificate" preferred.
• A general knowledge of related engineering disciplines and applicable codes and standards including NFPA 70, NFPA 70E, NESC, IEEE.
• A general knowledge of construction practices and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to establish rapport and effective working relationships with business partners.
• Demonstrated ability to logically analyze and solve narrowly defined business problems.
• Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to write and present logically and concisely to all levels within an organization.
• Proven ability to use computer software and applications, including Microsoft Office, for data management, research, analysis, and reporting purposes.

We offer a competitive salary range of $65,000 to $94,250 per year, commensurate with experience, education, and skills. In addition, we provide a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

The Company values diversity in its workforce and encourages United States military veterans and service members who meet the qualifications to apply

Why work at AltaGas?

AltaGas is a North American energy infrastructure company with a focus on owning and operating assets that provide affordable energy to our customers. AltaGas assets include Washington Gas/WGL, SEMCO, and Petrogas. Our talented team, nearly 3,000 strong, leverages the strength of our assets and expertise along the energy value chain to connect customers with premier energy solutions – from the well sites of upstream producers to the doorsteps of homes and businesses to new markets around the world.

We deliver clean and affordable natural gas to approximately 1.7 million customers' homes and businesses through regulated natural gas distribution utilities across four jurisdictions in the United States and two regulated natural gas storage utilities in the United States. Learn more about our team, vision, and strategy.

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For Canadian hires : AltaGas hires personnel on the basis of job-related qualifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to a person's ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

For U.S. hires : WGL/SEMCO/AltaGas offers a total rewards package that includes competitive pay, incentive bonus plans, holiday pay, 401K matching and a wide array of benefits. These benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage are designed to help you and your family stay healthy. We also have paid time off (PTO) to balance the demands of your work and personal life. Available benefits vary depending upon the specifics of the role.

U.S. affiliates of AltaGas are committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical or mental disabilities, political affiliation, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

AltaGas is a leading energy infrastructure company with a footprint in some of North America's most strategic energy markets. Our strategy is simple: to leverage the strength of our assets and expertise along the energy value chain to connect customers with premier energy solutions – from the well sites of upstream producers to the doorsteps of homes and businesses, and to new markets around the world.