Engineer II- Pipeline Safety

Engineer II- Pipeline Safety

LU Service Corp.

Gainesville, GA, US, 30501 Joplin, MO, US, 64801 Manchester, NH, US, 03101 Joplin, MO, US, 64801 Jackson, MO, US, 63755-0268

Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (AQN), parent company of Liberty, is a diversified international generation, transmission, and distribution utility. AQN is committed to providing safe, reliable, and cost-effective energy and water solutions through our portfolio of utility investments to over one million customer connections, largely in the United States and Canada.

At Algonquin, our vision is to be the most trusted utility service provider in North America - a premium regulated utility, known for our customer focus, commitment to sustainability, and strong community partnerships. Our employees are at the heart of that vision. We believe that when people are empowered to learn, grow, and contribute their ideas, we can achieve remarkable results together.

We are building a culture that values integrity, inclusivity, and innovation. By joining Algonquin, you'll be part of a team that is shaping the future of energy and water, while creating long-term value for our customers, communities, employees, and shareholders.

Purpose

Responsible for leading the implementation of Pipeline Safety Management Systems across gas operations at the direction of Sr. Manager. Reporting to the Sr. Manager (PSMS), this position will oversee PSMS initiatives within gas operations, ensuring that developing programs conform with API RP 1173 and are implemented consistently across gas operations.

Effective engagement with gas utility leadership and coordination of Gas Technical Governance Team is critical to the success in this role.

The position will assume a liaison role with industry associations (AGA, NGA) and other gas utilities in the context of PSMS to ensure Liberty is developing and adopting an industry standard program. Leading the implementation and continuous improvement of PSMS related programs across the gas utilities as well as tracking and regular reporting of progress will be the fundamental responsibility of this position.

Works closely with the PSMS Steering Committee, Gas Technical Governance Team, other functional leads in the Gas Technical Services group, and local compliance staff, this position will lead the implementation and continuous improvement of the Pipeline Safety Management System (API RP 1173) throughout gas operations.

Accountabilities

• Own the Management of Change (MOC) process for major infrastructure projects and establish governance structure for corrective action tracking & closure
• Conduct regular field inspections observing distribution, construction, and transmission activity
• Assist and facilitate incident investigations following abnormal operating conditions (AOC) or major operational interruptions.
• Identify and review new technologies as part of the material/technology review committee
• Develop communications that can be shared across the organization in order to keep the enterprise aware of PSMS and ongoing activities.
• Build training modules that can be facilitate utilizing the learning management system (LMS)
• Influence subject matter experts across the organization to implement process improvements that enhance PSMS;
• Serve as a resource for helping operations develop a practical understanding of PSMS and how it connects to their daily work
• Identify best practices through industry group participation and peer utility collaboration
• Reviewing data from across the organization that feeds into key performance indicators
• Work with development team to build out a PSMS dashboard
• Understand the findings from the previously conducted gap analysis for PSMS related programs across the gas utilities and influence the culture to ensure that ongoing maturity assessments show progress
• Partner with quality management team to understand trends being observed in the field

Education and Experience

• University - Bachelor degree or equivalent
• 3 years of experience in a utility, chemical manufacturing or nuclear sector
• Good communication skills
• Strong analytical skills

Compensation Data

Full base salary range $80,000.00- $125,000.00 per year * Liberty considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education, training and skills, and geographic location.

Our purpose is sustaining energy and water for life, and it is demonstrated in everything we do as a business and as an employee team.

As the successful candidate

Our Mission

We provide safe, secure, reliable, cost-effective and sustainable energy and water solutions. Our mission is how we create value as an organization-it is what drives us every day to fulfill our purpose.

Our Vision

We better the lives of our customers and communities. Our vision is what we see as possible. It's where we aspire to be, what we want to achieve and how we'll make an impact. It guides and keeps us on the right path as we work towards fulfilling our purposes.

Our Guiding Principles

• Customer Centric
• Integrity
• Entrepreneurial
• Teamwork
• Owner mindset
• Outcome focused
• Continuous learning

What we offer

Collaborative environment with a genuine flexible working policy

401k Plan with matching

Share purchase/match plan

Leadership Development Program

Volunteer paid days off

Employee Assistance Program

Achievement fund

Free parking

Variety of Health & Wellness programs

Discount and Perks program

We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role and are not confident you meet all the qualification requirements, we encourage you to apply to investigate the opportunity further.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value each person's unique background, diversity, experiences, perspectives and talents.

Full participation of all employees in a safe, healthy and respectful environment is key to individual and company success. We are committed to fully utilizing the abilities of all our employees and expect each of our employees to honour this commitment in their daily responsibilities.

Nearest Major Market: Gainesville GA