Job: Senior Gas Engineer

Holyoke Gas and Electric

99 Suffolk Street
HOLYOKE, MA 01040

Company Description:
Formed in 1902, HG&E is a municipally owned utility that provides electricity, natural gas, and fiber optic internet services to over 18,000 customers. Our mission to our customers is simple: “We will provide competitive energy rates, reliable service, and excellent customer service”.
Salary Range:Location:
Per Year HOLYOKE MA
Job Type:Category:
Full TimeEngineering
Education Level:Work Experience:
Bachelor's Degree
Preference: Required
5+
Preference: Required
Skills/Certifications/Licences:
• Over 10 years of full-time experience in related Gas mechanical engineering field. - Preference: Required
Description:
The Senior Level Gas Engineer is knowledgeable in all areas of Engineering within the Gas Division. Responsible for various phases of mechanical engineering of the Holyoke Gas & Electric Department involving gas distribution, gas regulation, and Liquefied Natural Gas. Considerable latitude for exercise of independent judgment with complete responsibility for planning and carrying out assigned projects. Management of gas regulation of distribution system and at customer meter sets. Assist in preparing overhead, expense & capital budgets. Manages the operation and maintenance of the LNG plant and Gas SCADA system. Plans, estimates, and manages capital projects. Writes RFQ's and RFP's and oversees vendors/contractors. Assists in the procurement of natural gas and load forecasting. Ensure work practices provide a safe working environment for employees. Ensure all gas engineering work products are in full compliance with pipeline safety codes and regulations, including DOT PHMSA Rules (49 CFR § 191-193 & 199) including Distribution Integrity Management Plans, Operator Qualification and Public Awareness plans. Manage lower level engineers. Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
QUALIFICATIONS (Salary Grade may vary based on experience)
SENIOR GAS ENGINEER MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
Four year BS Engineering degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar field from an accredited College/University.
Over 10 years of full-time experience in related Gas mechanical engineering field.
Experienced in the successful Supervision, Leading and Developing junior level Engineers
Excellent Leadership and communications skills
Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team;
Excellent PC, Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Lotus Notes, Internet.
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Work emergency and planned overtime when the need exists;

Excellent benefits including Defined Pension Plan and Retiree Health Insurance
For a complete job description and Holyoke Gas and Electric Department Application visit our website at www.hged.com If interested send a resume, cover letter and a completed City of HG&E Application to: City of Holyoke Gas & Electric Department, Attn: Terry Sweeney, Human Resources, 99 Suffolk Street, Holyoke, MA 01040. TerrySweeney@hged.com (413)536-9321)