I&C Engineer 1

Job Summary

Design and install systems that will allow the company to measure, monitor, and control the flow of gas at company facilities and provide support to Operations in the maintenance of those facilities. Drive operational excellence and standardization through continuous improvement efforts and effective partnerships across NiSource. Ensure that work is in accordance with all applicable company and regulatory requirements while ensuring safe, reliable service to customers in an efficient and economical manner.

Position requires residence within 50 miles of Washington, PA; relocation required if not currently local.

KEY RESULTS:

Strong employee relations and communications within the department

Highly effective team that achieves results while expanding capabilities

Strong relationships and collaboration between NiSource peer groups

Standardized field SCADA systems that measure, monitor, and control the flow of gas

Well managed capital and O&M projects

Reliable and efficient technical support to operations departments

Effective, knowledgeable, and safety conscious operations personnel

Safe, reliable operation of the company's gas facilities

Compliance with operating company, state, and federal regulations

Essential Functions

• Design small scale gas measurement, monitoring, control, and field SCADA systems in conformance with Company Standards, AGA/API codes, field conditions, and within budget constraints.
• Prepare costs estimates and purchase equipment for measurement, monitoring, and control applications.
• Manage small to medium scale field SCADA construction projects - coordinate with outside contractors, company employees, and customers.
• Implement strategies to replace obsolete equipment and upgrade stations/equipment to meet company and governing body standards
• Configure and operate various types of electronic equipment; EFC, RTU, Transmitter, telecommunications equipment, test equipment….
• Test and evaluate new measurement, monitoring, control, and telecommunications equipment.
• Provide technical assistance to Field Operations problems during and after normal working hours.
• Implement best practice opportunities.
• Prepare monthly and annual reports as required by the department or regulatory agencies.
• Maintain customer-focused working relationships with Operations and Engineering partners , actively seeking and incorporating feedback from internal stakeholders.
• Align individual objectives with department goals and projects to ensure that corporate needs and objectives are met, including cost impacts and alternatives to meet budgetary constraints
• Attend schools and conferences relating to functions performed by the department; RTU programming, instrumentation, measurement, control, telecommunications, and job specific equipment utilized by the company.
  
  

Required Qualifications For Position

Instrumentation & Control Engineer 1

• Graduate from a four year ABET accredited college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering program  OR four year ABET accredited program with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology 
• 1 years of relevant job experience in related field.
• Good understanding of AC and DC electricity
• Good understanding and ability to use various electronic test equipment
• Proficient in the use of computers
• Good working knowledge of standard PC software
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Effective verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Strong problem solving and decision making skills
• Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position
• Strong technical knowledge in measurement, pressure regulation, control, and telecommunications
• Experienced in working with various telecommunications technologies (radio, telephone, cellular, satellite)
• Experienced in leading teams
• Experienced in data gathering & analysis
• Good working knowledge of gas measurement principals and AGA guidelines
• Experienced in the application of the National Electrical Code
• Experienced in configuring and/or programming process controllers
• Experienced in the use of process instrumentation
  
  

This role is posted at the Instrumentation & Controls Engineer I, II, III, and Senior levels; candidates will be placed based on experience and skill alignment.

Instrumentation & Control Engineer 2

• Graduate from a four year ABET accredited college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering program  OR four year ABET accredited program with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology 
• 2 years of relevant job experience in related field
• Experienced in the application of the National Electrical Code
• Good understanding of AC and DC electricity
• Good understanding and ability to use various electronic test equipment
• Proficient in the use of computers
• Good working knowledge of standard PC software
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Effective verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Strong problem solving and decision making skills
• Good working knowledge of gas measurement principals and AGA guidelines
• Strong technical knowledge in measurement, pressure regulation, control, and telecommunications
  
  

This role is posted at the Instrumentation & Controls Engineer I, II, III, and Senior levels; candidates will be placed based on experience and skill alignment.

Instrumentation & Control Engineer 3

• Graduate from a four year ABET accredited college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering program  OR four year ABET accredited program with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology 
• 3 years of relevant job experience in related field.
• Experienced in the application of the National Electrical Code
• Experienced in configuring and/or programming process controllers
• Strong technical knowledge in measurement, pressure regulation, control, and telecommunications
• Demonstrated proficiency of the Associate Instrumentation & Control Engineer tasks or equivalent.
• Good understanding of AC and DC electricity and demonstrated ability to use electronic test equipment
• Proficient in the use of computers and standard PC software
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Effective verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
• Strong organizational, planning, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Good working knowledge of gas measurement principals and AGA guidelines
• Demonstrated knowledge of state, and federal regulations pertaining to the delivery of natural gas
  
  

This role is posted at the Instrumentation & Controls Engineer I, II, III, and Senior levels; candidates will be placed based on experience and skill alignment.

Senior Instrumentation Control Engineer

• Graduate from a four year ABET accredited college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering program  OR four year ABET accredited program with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology 
• 5 years working experience in the engineering function
• Experienced in the application of the National Electrical Code
• Experienced in configuring and/or programming process controllers
• Strong technical knowledge in measurement, pressure regulation, control, and telecommunications
• Demonstrated proficiency of the Instrumentation & Control Engineer tasks or equivalent.
• Good understanding of AC and DC electricity and demonstrated ability to use electronic test equipment
• Proficient in the use of computers and standard PC software
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Effective verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
• Strong organizational, planning, problem-solving, and decision-making skills skills
• Good working knowledge of gas measurement principals and AGA guidelines
• Good working knowledge of gas measurement principals and AGA guidelines
• Demonstrated knowledge of state, and federal regulations pertaining to the delivery of natural gas
  
  

This role is posted at the Instrumentation & Controls Engineer I, II, III, and Senior levels; candidates will be placed based on experience and skill alignment.

Physical Demands

• The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.
  
  

Position requires residence within 50 miles of Washington, PA; relocation required if not currently local.

As a public utility, NiSource is required to provide continuous service to customers at all times. To ensure we fulfill that obligation, employees may be required to work outside their normal work hours and perform tasks outside of their normal responsibilities in support of emergency operations.

Work Authorization

Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

Workplace Connection

Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.

Respect the unique lived experiences within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represents all walks of life and all backgrounds.

Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.

By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities.

ADA Accommodations

If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact OneHR at OneHR@nisource.com or 1-888-640-3320

Safety Statement

Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.

E-Verify

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Salary Range*:

$69,900.00 - $105,000.00

• The salary offered to a candidate is based on several factors including but not limited to the candidate’s skills, job-related knowledge, and relevant experience, as well as internal pay equity.
  
  

Posting Start Date:

2026-04-01

Posting End Date (if applicable):

2026-04-15

Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.