Gas Engineer - Asset Risk Level II or Senior

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:

Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Distribution Integrity Management Program (DIMP) in compliance with federal and state pipeline safety regulations (49 CFR Part 192, Subpart P). This role supports the safe and reliable operation of the natural gas distribution system by identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks associated with pipeline infrastructure.

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 II: $84,600 - $126,900
Senior: $94,800 - $156,250

Reporting Relationship: Manager, DIMP & AIPM

Location: Council Bluffs, Iowa; Fayetteville, Arkansas; or Lakewood, Colorado

Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance is available based on individual circumstances! Details to be shared during the offer process.

Essential Functions:
* Develop and maintain the DIMP framework, including risk models, threat identification, and performance metrics.
* Use various Integrity platforms such as ESRI, ESRI-based risk model, Asset Suite, PowerBI to analyze, track, and record integrity activities.
* Analyze system data (e.g., leaks, material types, incident history) to identify trends and prioritize risk mitigation activities. Recommend and track integrity-related capital and O&M projects based on risk analysis.
* Collaborate with GIS, Operations, Engineering, and Pipeline Safety teams to ensure accurate data integration and alignment with DIMP objectives
* Participate in internal, state, and federal audits. Provide support and general correspondence as applicable.
* Serve as the primary day-to-day contact for Operations regarding DIMP-related activities, providing guidance, training, and program updates.
* Stay current with industry best practices, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies related to pipeline integrity.
* Support root cause investigations of pipeline failures or significant events.
* Prepare regulatory reports and documentation to federal and state agencies

Additional Responsibilities:
* Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record that is satisfactory to the company and its insurers.
* Maintain professional relationships with vendors and contractors.
* Maintain supportive and respectful working relationships with operations, IT support team and other business & system owners.

What Is Required:
Level II:
* Bachelor's Degree Engineering from an ABET accredited institution
* Minimum of 1 year of gas industry experience, knowledge of gas operations, or integrity management.
* This role will be required to travel up to 10% of the time.
Senior:
* Bachelor's Degree Engineering from an ABET accredited institution
* Minimum of 4 years of gas industry experience, knowledge of gas operations, or integrity management.
* This role will be required to travel up to 10% of the time.

What Is Desired:
* Working knowledge of PHMSA regulations, accepted industry practices and methods by attending pipeline and various industry group meetings such as (NACE, PHMSA/DOT, AGA, ASME, MEA, SGA, PRCI and GTI), continued education seminars, conferences and classes.
* Knowledge of company-specific policies and practices, regulatory and tariff requirements.
* Technical knowledge in the following: Cathodic Protection, network designs, standards, general system operations, and general business and financial principles.
* Strong analytical skills and logical thought processes, with the ability to identify and resolve complex issues/problems.
* Ability to organize, schedule and prioritize departmental and individual work tasks to meet various schedules, objectives and deadlines.
* Ability to work within a team, to assist with special projects; and, to focus attention on details and completing projects.
* Ability to analyze business reporting information and recommend improvements. Sensible business systems knowledge.
* Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
* Ability to thoroughly document analytical work and workflow processes.
* Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft applications, including but not limited to Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and PowerBI.

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. If there is anything that may show up in these reports that may conflict with the position requirements, feel free to contact the Black Hills Energy recruiting team at jobs@blackhillscorp.com.

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.