Network Analysis/GIS Specialist II

About the role

At UGI Utilities, Inc. we believe in providing a superior range of energy products and services to our customers in a safe, affordable manner. As our energy needs evolve, UGI will be there providing safe and reliable service that brings warmth and comfort to our 750,000 customers in 45 counties in Pennsylvania and 1 county in Maryland. We strive to reflect the communities we serve by attracting and retaining top talent, while maintaining a diverse workforce that embraces our culture of safety, service, and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Update hydraulic models to incorporate facility additions or changes and customer loads.
• Periodically validate models using actual observed system performance measurements (i.e. pressure, flow).
• Sequence and extract completed GIS jobs for incorporation into the hydraulic model.
• Review validated models with area engineering and local operations to ensure accuracy and increase buy-in from key stakeholders.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Manipulation of GIS data and databases to update Synergi models.
• General understanding of gas pipeline flow.
• Familiarity with GIS and modeling software such as Smallworld, ESRI (ArcGIS), Synergi Gas, and Customer Management Module (CMM).
• Proficiency with various MS Office applications.
• Analytical and troubleshoot skills.
• Technical writing skills.

Education and Experience

• Associate Degree in GIS, Engineering or related field and/or a working knowledge and experience with GIS or modeling technology.
• One to two years’ work experience in a utility or GIS position preferred.