Senior Engineer - LNG

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position. Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment will not be considered.

About the Role

The Senior Engineer will work with complex systems and equipment, providing engineering and technical services to support our growing LNG organization. This role offers a unique opportunity to work both in the office and in the field on a variety of projects. Areas of expertise include planning, development, scheduling, and performance of engineering assignments related to the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of liquefied natural gas (LNG) and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) facilities. The role ensures Eversource’s LNG and LPG facilities operate safely, reliably, and in compliance with state and federal regulations and industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Designs systems or installations to fit the Company’s objectives, with full latitude for independent action and decision-making, conforming to industry standards, guidelines, and regulations of federal, state, and local authorities. Plant systems include, but are not limited to: gas pretreatment, liquefaction, boil-off gas handling, cryogenic tank storage, plant utilities, firewater, low and medium voltage electrical systems, and plant control systems.
• Performs site layouts and prepares necessary documents for procurement, permitting, and construction.
• Specifies and procures materials and equipment. Coordinates in-house and contract labor.
• Prepares projects for bid, schedules and conducts bid meetings. Evaluates bids and initiates award of purchase orders.
• Develops and maintains field procedures to ensure compliance with company standards and procedures, federal, state, and local regulations, and codes.
• Coordinates construction activities with customers, contractors, states, municipalities, and internal departments.
• Assists in the oversight of construction activities to ensure specification and code compliance. Provides technical support and ensures compliance with field procedures, coordinates with Plant Operation, and oversees project startup or retirement activities. Redesigns and initiates field changes as necessary.
• Reviews purchase requisitions and invoices related to departmental activity. Monitors and provides reports on project and departmental budgets. Provides variances from scheduled and cost targets as required.
• Mentors junior staff, reviews their work, and provides direction or assistance to drive standardization and success in their projects/assignments.
• Reviews and interprets applicable federal, state, and local regulations and industry codes. Ensures all work complies with applicable codes.
• Recognizes and evaluates unsafe project, work, and environmental conditions. Initiates and/or designs and implements corrective actions.
• Evaluates opportunities to utilize alternative technology in pursuit of cost reduction, increased production, and reduced environmental impact.
• Provides financial support to upper management for budget development and cost tracking. Develops and presents project summaries as required.
• Coordinates resources required to complete processes or projects.
• Utilizes fundamental gas flow equations and hydraulic software to design or recommend changes to existing gas piping systems.
• Implements and monitors gas compliance programs that include corrosion control and leak surveys.
• Assists in gas distribution system restoration efforts during emergencies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• Minimum eight (8) years of related experience is required. Engineering design experience preferred.
• Professional Engineering (P.E.) license preferred.
• Demonstrated excellence in project leadership, coordination, and budget management tasks.
• Strong ability to read and understand Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) and follow schematic drawings.
• Ability to understand basic thermodynamics and cryogenic fundamentals as they relate to LNG.
• Extensive knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal regulations and industry codes.
• Thorough knowledge of computer applications systems.
• Demonstrated thorough knowledge of job duties and responsibilities and gas operating procedures.
• Self-motivated and acts independently with minimum oversight.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and professional-level oral and written communication abilities.
• A demonstrated strong customer service orientation and proven leadership ability.

Working Conditions

• Must be available to work emergency restoration assignments as required.
• Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.
• Depending on the specific nature of the engineering role, position may require occasional to significant travel by car. A valid driver’s license is required.

Competencies

• Build trusting relationships
• Manage and develop people
• Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration
• Lead change
• Communicate strategic vision
• Create an engaged workforce
• Focus on the customer
• Take ownership & accountability

Pay

The annual salary range for this position is $129,450.00 - $143,830.00. This position is eligible for a potential incentive.

Benefits

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs.