Sr Gas System Controller - BGE

About the role

Primary Purpose: The Sr. Gas System Controller ensures the safe, reliable and economic operation of the gas transmission & distribution systems on a 24/7 basis. Performs or leads the receipt of natural gas from multiple gate stations using the Gas Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system. Directs the monitoring and appropriate operational response to alerts and alarms received in the Primary SCADA and Eagle Talon or Metretek secondary SCADA systems. Coordinates with Gas Supply & Transportation and the transmission pipelines, the appropriate gas supply portfolio to meet forecasted customer demand. Utilizes gas demand predictive analysis tools and the contracted weather service to develop a demand forecast to meet the energy needs of Exelon Utilities' natural gas customers.

Responsibilities

• Either leads or is directly responsible for the continuous monitoring and maintaining of adequate pressures, flows, temperatures and odorization levels on the natural gas transmission & distribution systems.
• Initiates and monitors corrective actions for abnormal operating conditions at gate stations and throughout the system.
• Makes system configuration decisions to ensure compliance with pipeline contracts while balancing supply on the gas distribution system.
• Forecasts customer demand and gas supply requirements based on forecasted and actual weather conditions and historical customer demand data.
• Forecasts and requests peaking supplies from the LNG and propane plants to supplement pipeline supplies.
• Interfaces with interstate pipelines and third party purchasers, and Gas Supply & Transportation, for gas nominations and confirmations.
• Determines the need for and volume of production gas to satisfy the system demand and notifies the production plants of quantity and rate of vaporization required.
• Learns and coordinates with both internal and external organizations to communicate construction/maintenance activities on the gas distribution system that may affect system operations or impact customers.
• Determines the need for and volume of production gas to satisfy the system demand and notifies the production plants of quantity and rate of vaporization required.
• Forecasts interruptions for large commercial and industrial customers for the safe and reliable operation of the system.
• Sets the daily shift operations plan and communicates the plan, to include any changes that occur during shift.
• Performs complex analyses and recommends improvements to current operational processes and/or procedures.
• Calls in the appropriate maintenance personnel for diagnosis and repair of SCADA or field equipment that Gas Control monitors or operates.
• Serves as the operational lead or SME for various Gas Control projects, gas pipeline major projects, training, Integrity Management program.
• Administers and provides completion sign off for new controller training and controller OQ (Operator Qualification).
• Establishes a positive team environment by actively assisting and training less experienced personnel. Provides performance and development feedback as required.
• Coaches new and existing employees in processes, procedures and practices as required.
• Promotes and maintains an environment that fosters a high performance culture and a learning organization.
• Assists leadership to develop and maintain an environment that respects and promotes diversity and inclusion.
• Serves as the Team Lead Alternate during a Business Continuity event and as the Spring Gardens Senior Business Leader outside of normal business hours, during a Spring Gardens campus emergency.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business and 4-7 years' experience, OR in lieu of Bachelor's degree, 6-9 years of relevant experience, with a high school diploma.
• Ability to operate independently, analyze system data and react quickly and appropriately to changing gas system conditions.
• Extensive knowledge of the gas distribution & transmission systems and their operational limits.
• Ability to work a rotating shift schedule in accordance with an established CRM Fatigue Management Program.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing including the effective use of three-part communications.
• Proficiency in the use of computer applications (e.g. MS applications, SCADA systems, corporate systems, etc.).
• Strong interpersonal skills with proven success in initiating, promoting and maintaining strong interpersonal business relationships.
• Ability to effectively organize, lead and direct the work activities of others, both in the control room and on the gas distribution system.
• Must meet operator qualification standards as required under Dept. of Transportation CFR 49-192.

Qualifications

• Associate/BS/BA in Engineering, Business Management or related degree.
• Basic knowledge of the Pipeline Safety Code of Federal Regulations (49 CFR 190, 191, 192, & 193).

Skills

• Operational decision-making.
• System configuration and compliance.
• Forecasting and demand management.
• Interpersonal communication and relationship building.
• Leadership and team management.
• Complex analysis and improvement recommendations.
• Communication and documentation.
• Computer application proficiency.
• Interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Operational decision-making.
• System configuration and compliance.
• Forecasting and demand management.
• Interpersonal communication and relationship building.
• Leadership and team management.
• Complex analysis and improvement recommendations.
• Communication and documentation.
• Computer application proficiency.
• Interpersonal and organizational skills.

Benefits

• Annual salary range: $88,800.00/Yr. – $122,100.00/Yr.
• Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 15%
• 401(k) match and annual company contribution
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, floating and fixed holidays, maternity leave and bonding/primary caregiver leave or parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program and resources for mental and emotional support
• Wellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance and fitness reimbursement
• Referral bonus program
• And much more

Pay

Annual salary will vary based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $88,800.00/Yr. – $122,100.00/Yr.

Schedule

Note: Position complies with the requirements of essential personnel status and may be required to work extended hours for coverage during storms or other energy delivery emergencies.