Sr Gas System Controller - BGE - Baltimore, MD

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About the Role

The Sr. Gas System Controller is responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable and economic operation of the gas transmission & distribution systems on a 24/7 basis. This role performs or leads the receipt of natural gas from multiple gate stations using the Gas Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system. The position directs the monitoring and appropriate operational response to alerts and alarms received in the Primary SCADA and Eagle Talon or Metretek secondary SCADA systems.

This 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. It functions within the guidelines of an established Control Room Management Plan (CRMP), the primary safety compliance tool for all Control Room Management (CRM) rules.

Responsibilities

• 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 system demand and notifies production plants of quantity and rate of vaporization required.
• Leads coordination with both internal and external organizations to communicate construction/maintenance activities on the gas distribution system that may affect system operations or impact customers.
• 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, including any changes that occur during shift.
• Performs complex analyses and recommends improvements to current operational processes and/or procedures.
• Calls in 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, and 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.
• Leads the discussion of and develops Potential Abnormal Operating Conditions (PAOC) for the Transmission Pipeline Integrity excavations.
• Leads the discussion on location and potential operational reaction to the Daily Dig Alerts.
• (BGE Specific) Provides gas system operational approval for gas-fired electric generation dispatch and operations.
• (BGE Specific) Directs the LNG facility in the efficient operation of its liquefaction processes, including management of the Medium Pressure system for expander process support.
• (BGE Specific) 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).
• 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.
• Subject to U.S. Dept. of Transportation required chemical screening.
• Valid driver's license and the ability to meet company driving standards.

Preferred 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).

Job Scope

The Sr. Gas System Controller functions within the guidance of the Control Room Management Plan (CRMP), the primary safety compliance tool for all Control Room Management (CRM) rules. This role is responsible for independently making critical operational and economic decisions 24/7, including when critical repairs and system configurations can be changed or performed, when peaking services are needed, and when interruptible customers should be interrupted for economic or operational reasons.

For BGE, this position monitors and controls operating conditions on the OHP, HP, and MP distribution systems with maximum operating pressures of up to 300 psig and ensures compliance with pipeline and regulatory standards. It also monitors and controls the gas transmission system with pressures up to 750 psig. The systems consist of nine major gate stations, three mini-gates, two peak shaving facilities, 675 district regulator stations, 15 backfeeds, and are supplied by three different pipelines (TC Energy, Eastern Gas Transmission and Storage, and Transco/Williams), serving over 700,000 natural gas customers.

Benefits

• Annual salary range: $88,800.00 - $122,100.00, based on skills, qualifications, and experience.
• 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, 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.