Engineer (I, II, III, Sr.)

Job Summary/Purpose

The Engineer I/II/III/Sr. is responsible for Natural Gas Distribution and Transmission system planning, hydraulic system modeling, updating and maintaining data utilized by the Distribution Integrity Management Plan (DIMP/TIMP), implementing and tracking recommended DIMP actions, assisting with development of capital budget, maintaining and updating standards and procedures for Gas Operations, and providing technical expertise to field employees. The Engineer I/II/III/Sr. also has responsibility for capital budget goals, long range planning and prioritization, risk and root cause analysis, and Project Management.

Accountabilities And Essential Functions

• Create and deliver reports and presentations to communicate ideas, technical information, process improvement and project business cases.
• Ensure Gas Compliance and provide technical expertise on industry interpretations PHMSA 191, 192 and 199 Pipeline Safety Regulations.
• Develop and update Gas Integrity Risk Model and Integrity Management Plans (DIMP/TIMP – leak analysis studies, threat identification, mitigation processes).
• Perform mathematical calculations including hydraulic analysis, gas volume and pressure drop, gas lost, and weight/constituents of natural gas.
• Prepare design specifications for Natural Gas equipment, systems, and software.
• Perform Risk analysis and Root cause analysis.
• Work extended hours in emergencies, outage restoration activities and be available for after-hours Duty call-out rotation.
• Occasional field work under varying weather conditions and moderate physical exertion is required.
• Utilize Project Management tools to complete multiple projects simultaneously.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum education required of the position: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering is required.
• Engineer I - 0 to 2 years experience in an engineering discipline.
• Engineer II - 2+ years' experience in an engineering discipline.
• Engineer III - 4+ years' experience in an engineering discipline.
• Engineer Sr. - 6+ years' experience in an engineering discipline.
• Knowledgeable and experience with Natural Gas distribution and transmission operations, procedures and processes.
• Knowledge and application of engineering principles, gas laws, gas distribution construction practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of Distribution Information Systems (Work Management), Geographic Information Systems, Document Management Systems and Hydraulic Analysis software.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and drafting standards.

Preferred

• Sound and practical judgment must be exhibited as decisions and recommendations made by System Planning have significant service reliability and financial implications.
• Complex nature of the assigned tasks and the volume of data to be analyzed requires careful and thorough examination of all combinations of potential simultaneous events.
• Sound and practical judgment must be exhibited as decisions and recommendations made by System Planning have significant service reliability and financial implications.
• Solid understanding of engineering principles, gas laws, gas distribution construction practices and procedures.
• Strong engineering analysis and problem solving skills.
• Proficient PC Skills including MS Suite (strong emphasis in Excel and Access), AutoCAD (or drafting software).
• Familiarity with Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and understand Coordinate Systems and geography.
• Self-starter, able to perform at a high level without detailed supervision.
• Able to manage multiple and changing priorities, maintain focus and work well under pressure.

About Delta Utilities

Delta Utilities is a natural gas utility headquartered in New Orleans that provides safe, reliable natural gas service across Louisiana and Mississippi. We understand the value of dependable energy and our important role in building stronger, more resilient communities. Once all announced transactions are complete, Delta Utilities will be a $1.7 billion organization representing 600,000 customers and among the top 40 natural gas utilities in the United States. Delta Utilities acquired CenterPoint Energy's natural gas utility operations in Louisiana and Mississippi in April 2025 and will acquire Entergy's natural gas utilities in Baton Rouge and New Orleans in summer 2025. Delta Utilities is regulated by the Louisiana Public Service Commission, the Mississippi Public Service Commission, and the New Orleans City Council. We work closely with our regulatory agencies to deliver safe and reliable natural gas service and maintain fair rates for our customers. Learn more at https://deltautilities.com. Delta Utilities and associated entities are equal-opportunity employers. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis or any protected class under federal, state, or local law.