What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineer, Principal - Gas and Light Division position at City of Richmond, Virginia?
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The City of Richmond Department of Public Utilities is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the Engineer, Principal position in the Gas and Light Division. The Natural Gas Engineer, Principal will be responsible for technical services related to pipeline engineering, compliance operation, and construction activities for Richmond Gas Works (RGW) of natural gas facilities, and will encompass various aspects of natural gas, engineering, compliance, operation, and maintenance requirements.
Duties include but are not limited to
This position is Unclassified and serves at the will of the Appointing Authority.
Knowledge of plastic and steel pipeline design standards, corrosion control standards, city bridge and roads standards, VDOT design standards and code of federal regulations (CFR) part 192. Intermediate to advanced knowledge of pressure regulation (theoretical and practical) and meter set assembly design. Intermediate to advanced knowledge of procurement laws for design consultant selection and contractors, project management and MBD minority business goals. Demonstrated knowledge reading and interpreting GIS maps and AutoCAD plans; hydraulic modeling. Intermediate to advanced level mathematics including geometry, calculus, and statistics. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to navigate through and manage difficult situations while motivating and engaging with diverse groups of individuals. Excellent oral and written communication skills while managing and supervising others.
MINIMUM TRAINING And EXPERIENCE
The City of Richmond provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
The City of Richmond is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, the City of Richmond will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If you require reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to participate in the job application and/or the interview process, please contact Veronica Kenner, by email at HR-ADA@rva.gov.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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About
This is an EXCITING time to Join the City of Richmond! We are committed to nurturing talent, fostering growth opportunities, and building strong connections within our workforce. As we continue to make strides to becoming the employer of choice, we are thrilled about the below employee benefit enhancements:
- Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
- Language Incentive
- Referral Bonus
- T uition Assistance Program
The City of Richmond Department of Public Utilities is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the Engineer, Principal position in the Gas and Light Division. The Natural Gas Engineer, Principal will be responsible for technical services related to pipeline engineering, compliance operation, and construction activities for Richmond Gas Works (RGW) of natural gas facilities, and will encompass various aspects of natural gas, engineering, compliance, operation, and maintenance requirements.
Duties include but are not limited to
This position is Unclassified and serves at the will of the Appointing Authority.
- Managing the engineering design process, including reviewing and analyzing; detailed plan designs/technical studies, and processing applications/permits, change orders, and other documentation for proposed development or improvement projects
- Performing engineering activities relative to the design, operation and maintenance of company pipeline and related natural gas facilities;
- Assisting engineering staff with developing bid proposals, contracts, design specifications and material lists for natural gas projects;
- Developing, reviewing and updating plans, manuals and forms, as well as, compliance records and documentation;
- Supervising engineers and technical staff to include prioritizing and assigning work; conducting performance evaluations; ensuring staff is trained and employees follow policies and procedures; maintaining a safe work environment; and making/implementing hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations;
- Developing and monitoring assigned budget, reviewing and submitting funding requests, and monitoring expenditures to ensure compliance with approved budget. Preparing and presenting budget recommendations.
Knowledge of plastic and steel pipeline design standards, corrosion control standards, city bridge and roads standards, VDOT design standards and code of federal regulations (CFR) part 192. Intermediate to advanced knowledge of pressure regulation (theoretical and practical) and meter set assembly design. Intermediate to advanced knowledge of procurement laws for design consultant selection and contractors, project management and MBD minority business goals. Demonstrated knowledge reading and interpreting GIS maps and AutoCAD plans; hydraulic modeling. Intermediate to advanced level mathematics including geometry, calculus, and statistics. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to navigate through and manage difficult situations while motivating and engaging with diverse groups of individuals. Excellent oral and written communication skills while managing and supervising others.
MINIMUM TRAINING And EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's Degree in engineering;
- Five years of professional engineering experience;
- Two years of supervisory experience preferred.
- Some assignments may require a Professional Engineering (PE) Registration;
- Some assignments may require a valid Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record and a valid Commonwealth of Virginia Driver's License within 30 days of hire.
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering;
- Five years of natural gas utility engineering experience.
The City of Richmond provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
The City of Richmond is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, the City of Richmond will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If you require reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to participate in the job application and/or the interview process, please contact Veronica Kenner, by email at HR-ADA@rva.gov.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
The City of Richmond Values Veterans. We are an official V3 Certified Company.
The City of Richmond is a proud partner with the US Army Partnership for Your Success PaYS Program.