Title: Engineer II    
Company: Peoples Gas System
State and City: Florida   -  Tampa
Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days

WHO WE ARE

Peoples Gas is the fastest growing natural gas utility in the Southeast with career opportunities that fit your future. Our organization is diverse – in people, opportunities, and careers. We foster a dynamic and inclusive workplace where safety, innovation and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do.

HOW WILL YOU HELP DRIVE THE FUTURE OF NATURAL GAS?

Develops, maintains, communicates, and implements the key PGS operations, engineering, safety, training, and compliance standards, manuals, plans, and processes. Central point of contact for all operational divisions and departments regarding implementation and maintaining these operational standards, plans, and processes; and primary operations liaison with our corporate engineering department to ensure business needs are met, fully leveraged and implemented. Provides support to the Local/Territory operations personnel in all areas of operations and provides engineering support and project management of special projects.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

• Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited college program.
• Minimum of 4 years of related experience as an Engineer.
• Sustained demonstrated sound knowledge in the functional work area with an expected or higher degree of performance; demonstrated knowledge of policies and work procedures within the Company; knowledge of engineering procedures and the ability to independently evaluate, select and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria using judgment; ability to read and understand plans and alignment sheets; ability to problem solve and to analyze problems logically; good judgment; Strong organizational and project management skills, good written and oral communications skills.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Independently evaluates, selects and applies standard techniques, procedures and criteria in carrying out engineering tasks using judgment in making minor adaptations and modifications and considering federal (Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration) regulations and state codes; receives some supervision on new aspects of non-routine assignments; using prescribed methods, performs specific and broader portions of assignments; may have some responsibility for training and orientation; schedule/coordinate project meetings; prepare engineering analyses, write specifications and reports as directed.

1. Support the development and maintenance of company-wide manuals and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance and best practices are adopted and used.
   • Operation and Maintenance Plans and Job Procedures
   • Construction Standards
   • Material Specifications and Standards
   • Engineering Standards
   • Emergency Management Plans
   • Other required manuals and procedures

1. 1. Coordinates the management of change process and continuous improvement for company-wide standards, plans, and processes regarding gas operations, engineering, safety, training, and compliance. Works with team leads from Gas Operations, Engineering, Safety, Training, and Compliance to continually strive for documents that can enhance Company safety, efficiency, consistency, and standardization. Provides direction on creating user-friendly, accessible, consistent, informative standards, plans, and processes.
   2. Coordinates opportunities to update, refresh, and educate personnel on the subject matter of the standards, plans, and processes. Considers means to track personnel acknowledgements of published standards, plans, and processes.

2. Assist in the development of programs and related Company standards as they apply to outside contractors and construction of the Company’s gas facilities, some of these include: construction standards, operating and maintenance. Programs would involve implementation, field review, communication, ongoing support and monitoring.
3. Support Local/Territory operations on engineering specific issues as needed. Travel throughout the Company’s service area to provide support as needed.
4. Performs additional related duties as assigned by Manager, including, developing reports, gathering information and providing feedback and updates to department management on engineering and operations issues, and updates on all related issues.

WHAT WILL GIVE YOU A COMPETITIVE EDGE?

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical/Civil Engineering.
• Passed the Fundamental of Engineering (FE) exam.
• Minimum of six months of related work experience in the natural gas industry.
• Experience in AutoCAD and/or Microstation.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Project.

WHO WILL BE A PART OF YOUR TEAM? 

• Indirect Supervision: Contractors, inspectors, vendors.
• Key Internal: Other Operations Support and Local/Territory engineering and operations staff, PSOS team members.
• Key External: Consultants, Contractors, Customers, Government and/or Regulatory Agencies, Industry Associations, Vendors

HOW YOU’LL CONTRIBUTE

• Builds Strong Collaborative Relationships
• Drives Operational Excellence for Customers
• Takes Ownership and Acts with Integrity
• Thinks Strategically and Exercises Sound Judgement
• Speaks up on Safety, Health, and the Environment

WHERE AND HOW YOU WILL WORK

• Overtime work as needed.  Frequent outdoor exposure to construction activity and remote areas during project evaluation and routing. Must be willing to perform in emergency situations

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to work inside and outside for extended periods of time.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING WITH US

• We proudly offer a competitive total rewards package and other perks to help keep you thriving: 
• Performance Bonus: Earn an annual incentive bonus that recognizes your hard work.  
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Enjoy medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance.  
• Retirement Planning: Secure your future with a 401k Retirement Savings Plan and a comprehensive Pension plan.  
• Ownership Opportunities: Participate in Emera’s Employee Common Share Purchase Plan and share in our success.  
• Time to Recharge: Enjoy Paid Time Off (PTO), paid company holidays, comprehensive mental, financial and physical wellness resources, and paid Parental Leave  
• Growth and Development: Take advantage of tuition reimbursement and other training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and career.  
• And much more! 

Whether you’re launching your career or looking to advance it, Peoples Gas is the perfect place for you, offering exciting opportunities for a long-term career with a dynamic, growing company. 

Incident Response Assignment

Our community relies on Peoples Gas to respond swiftly and effectively to all types of incidents, including but not limited to major storm events (e.g., extreme cold, tropical storms, hurricanes), gas leaks, equipment failures, environmental hazards, and other emergencies that may impact public safety or service continuity.

Peoples Gas depends on each team member to fulfill their primary and/or alternate roles and responsibilities during such incidents. As a Team Member of Peoples Gas, you will be assigned an Incident Response Assignment, receive training related to your role, and may participate in mock drills or exercises simulating various emergency scenarios.