Engineer I/Engineer II/Sr. Engineer/Sr… at Berkshire… · Glen Allen

Engineer I

Entry or developmental-level position, providing engineering support in the System Optimization Group.

• Performs engineering calculations, analysis, and research on gas pipeline systems to determine performance capability of the system under various operating conditions. 
• Under direction of supervisor or work leader, performs routine assignments designed to develop professional engineering work knowledge with gas pipeline infrastructure and to gain familiarity with specialized gas pipeline modeling software.
• Research drawings, maps, records, and other documentation to develop and update facility models.
• Limited exercise of judgment is required on details of work, and in making preliminary selections and adaptations of engineering alternatives.

Engineer II

This role is fully competent in all conventional aspects of the subject matter.  Second-level position in the engineering series.

• Provides engineering support in the System Optimization Group. 
• Performs and/or reviews engineering calculations, analysis, research, and design. 
• Utilizes specialized gas pipeline software to determine the performance of the system under various operating conditions.
• Develops recommendations based on calculations. 
• Distinguished from Engineer I by increased complexity in application of engineering skills required. 
• Under direction of supervisor or work leader, exercises independence in evaluating, selecting, and applying standard or well-defined engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria. 
• Uses independent judgment in prioritizing and making moderately complex adaptations and modifications. 
• Assignments have clear and specified objectives and require investigation of a limited number of variables.

Preferred Experience: 

Experience with hydraulic modeling preferred. 

Experience with operating management plans/activities such as planning, strategizing, estimating, coordinating and bringing together resources and schedules to maximize project performance and quality.

Engineer I:
0-2+ years of related engineering experience

Engineering degree from an accredited college/university, Internship preferred.

Engineer II:

Engineering degree from an accredited college/university and 1-3 years of experience.

Sr Engineer/Sr. Engineer II:

Engineering degree from an accredited college/university and 5 years industry experience. PE license preferred.

Engineer I/ Engineer II:

• Four-year ABET accredited engineering degree (Engineer)
• Ability to monitor changes in technology with skill in developing, testing and recommending new ideas and strategies for the utilization of those changes.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret engineering schematics, drawings, and technical manuals.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare technical reports, project schedules, and cost estimates.
• Ability to lead, work independently, communicate effectively, and establish rapport.
• Ability to define problems, collect accurate data, draw valid conclusions, and develop solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively operate a personal computer and common software applications.

Sr Engineer/Sr Engineer II:

• Four-year ABET accredited engineering degree (Engineer).
• Full knowledge of engineering theories and principles.
• Skilled in use of advanced techniques and modification and extension of theories, precepts and practices of the field and related sciences and disciplines.
• Strong leadership skills with proven ability to serve as team project lead.
• Provide guidance to less experienced engineers.
• Strong oral and written communication skills (includes technical writing).
• Strong personal computer skills.
• Ability to think analytically and solve complex problems.
• Ability to interpret codes, regulations and practices.
• In depth knowledge of various computer applications, with the ability to manipulate personal computer applications and perform engineering calculations using applicable software programs (e.g., Matlab, Excel, etc.).
• Equally effective working independently or in team environment.
• Proven decision-making skills.
• Ability to process information quickly and effectively manage multiple tasks.
• Strong planning, organizational and project management skills. 

Education
Bachelor

Preferred Degree
Engineering required.

REQUIRED ENGINEERING CRITERIA:

For placement of a candidate in the Engineer job series, the following criteria must be met:

Possess a 4-year engineering degree from an ABET accredited engineering program based on the year that the engineering program was accredited by ABET, or

Possess a 4-year engineering degree from an institution outside of the U.S. which is accredited through the country's own engineering accrediting body under the Washington Accord as a full signatory, and is a degree that was recognized by the country's accrediting body on or after the date that full signatory status was achieved, or

Possess a 4-year engineering degree from a non-ABET accredited program and a post-graduate engineering degree from an institution where the undergraduate degree in the same engineering discipline is ABET accredited based on the year the engineering program was accredited by ABET, or

Possess a 4-year degree in Physics, Chemistry, Math or Engineering Technology and a post-graduate engineering degree from an institution where the undergraduate degree in the same engineering discipline is ABET accredited based on the year the engineering program was accredited by ABET, or

Holds or has previously held a valid U.S. Professional Engineer license.