Gas Pipeline Engineer
Houston, TX, United States
DNV – Digital Solutions Consulting team is seeking a Gas Pipeline Engineer. Tasks will be related to implementation and support of the DNV Synergi Pipeline Hydraulics product line and legacy Synergi Gas, Synergi Liquids and Synergi Pipeline Simulator (SPS) primarily through the implementation, development and tuning of hydraulic pipeline computer models. Engineering analysis of natural gas distribution systems will also fall into the project portfolio for this position. This position may be based in our Houston TX or Mechanicsburg PA offices.
The Pipeline Engineer:
Applies intensive and diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields, particularly hydraulic analysis.
Utilizes advanced techniques and the modification and extension of theories, precepts and practices of their field and related sciences and disciplines.
Under the technical guidance of a Sr. Engineer: Participates in technical projects
Takes on technical problems and applies methods to resolve important questions and to plan and coordinate work
Assesses and recommends technical solutions
Grows expertise in one or more major technical areas related to pipeline engineering
Integrates solutions to meet larger project objectives
What You'll Do
Collecting and interpreting data for pipeline systems to be modeled;
Developing and tuning pipeline models for steady state and transient studies for single phase liquids and gas piping system;
Performing simulations and interpreting results from the pipeline models;
Assisting with the preparation of proposals and scopes of work for potential implementation and model building engagements;
Assisting with cost estimates for engineering projects;
Preparing engineering reports and documentation;
Identifying potential out-of-scope activities on engineering projects;
Perform engineering tasks as required and assigned by the Project Managers for assigned projects;
Providing product and solution training and customer support;
Providing sales and marketing activity support for the product line, as assigned
Generous paid time off (vacation, sick days, company holidays, personal days)
Multiple Medical and Dental benefit plans to choose from, Vision benefits
Spending accounts – FSA, Dependent Care, Commuter Benefits, company-seeded HSA
Employer-paid, therapist-led, virtual care services through Talkspace
401(k) with company match
Company provided life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability benefits
Education reimbursement program
Flexible work schedule with hybrid/remote opportunities
Charitable Matched Giving and Volunteer Rewards through our Impact Program
Volunteer time off (VTO) paid by the company
Career advancement opportunities
**Benefits vary based on position, tenure, location, and employee election**
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What is Required
BS in Civil, Chemical, Mechanical or Petroleum Engineering
Recent grad or up to 5 years work experience in civil and/or hydraulic engineering in an operating utility and/or consulting/engineering firm
Excellent written and oral English communication skills
Excellent organizational skills
Working knowledge of MS Office applications or related software
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally to support Synergi Gas, Synergi Liquids and SPS project engagements
We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening
What is Preferred
Experience with the Synergi Gas, Synergi Pipeline Simulation Software (SPS) or similar hydraulic modelling software
Experience working with computer models of pipeline systems
Experience with Python and/or other scripting languages
Experience with IT and installations
Familiarity with SCADA technology as deployed within the Pipeline industry
Working knowledge of databases. Able to setup basic queries in applications such as Oracle or Access.
Experienced in the use of at least one Geographic Information System (GIS) application. Basic knowledge of GIS.
*Immigration-related employment benefits, for example visa sponsorship, are not available for this position*
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