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WGL – Senior Gas Transmission Engineer

Washington Gas
Springfield, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/16/2026
Job Description

WGL – Senior Gas Transmission Engineer

WGL has an immediate need for a Transmission Engineer to provide design and engineering support for the Engineering group and Gas Transportation. Civil Engineering is highly preferred. **WGL will hire at Level II, III or IV depending on the candidate's experience

You Will

  • Manage transmission and high pressure large-diameter distribution pipeline projects of small to moderate scope including route analysis and selection, pipeline design, project cost estimating, coordinating easement acquisition and permitting, material identification & acquisition, construction specifications, assistance with contractor bid and selection process, construction management support, restoration and documentation activities.
  • Manage budget and provide cost/schedule forecasts for projects mentioned above. Assist with the development and justification of annual capital budget items. Provide weekly MOS reports.
  • Provide civil engineering design function for the entire Corporate Engineering and GT Unit.
  • Provide overall engineering support for operating and maintenance and special projects.
  • Provide engineering assistance for the development of new or updating of existing O&M procedures as well as Design & Construction standards.
  • Provide project support for or manage large-scale or complex transmission/distribution piping projects.
  • Provide analysis of complex loading scenarios on existing transmission and high pressure distribution pipelines.
  • Provide support for or manage civil/structural projects within WGL process facilities.


You Must Have

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering preferably in Mechanical or Civil
  • A general knowledge of related engineering disciplines and applicable codes and standards.
  • Demonstrated ability to establish rapport and effective working relationships with internal and external business partners.
  • Proven ability to use computer software and applications, including Microsoft Office, for data management, research, analysis, and reporting purposes.


Engineer Level II

  • 1-2 years of relevant experience in the natural gas or related industry required.
  • “Engineer-in-Training” (EIT) Certification preferred.
  • "Project Management Professional" (PMP) Certification preferred.


Engineer Level III

  • 3 Years in the natural gas industry or related industry is required
  • Engineer-in-training (EIT) Certification is required, or
  • "Project Management Professional" (PMP) Certification required
  • Professional Engineering (PE) Certification is preferred, or
  • GTI CGTP for Transmission Certification is preferred


Engineer Level IV

  • 5 years in the natural gas industry or related industry is required
  • Engineer-in-training (EIT) Certification is required, or
  • GTI CGTP for Transmission Certification is required
  • Professional Engineering (PE) Certification is preferred


We offer a competitive salary range of $66,000.00 to $130,000.00 per year, commensurate with experience, education, and skills. In addition, we provide a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

The Company values diversity in its workforce and encourages United States military veterans and service members who meet the qualifications to apply.

Why work at AltaGas?

AltaGas is a North American energy infrastructure company with a focus on owning and operating assets that provide affordable energy to our customers. AltaGas assets include Washington Gas/WGL, SEMCO, and Petrogas. Our talented team, nearly 3,000 strong, leverages the strength of our assets and expertise along the energy value chain to connect customers with premier energy solutions – from the well sites of upstream producers to the doorsteps of homes and businesses to new markets around the world.

We deliver clean and affordable natural gas to approximately 1.7 million customers’ homes and businesses through regulated natural gas distribution utilities across four jurisdictions in the United States and two regulated natural gas storage utilities in the United States. Learn more about our team, vision, and strategy.

To learn more about our mission: https://youtu.be/k1mrKDdsYW8?si=y1k3NOyHxgf4emdL

For Canadian hires: AltaGas hires personnel on the basis of job-related qualifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to a person's ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

For U.S. hires: WGL/SEMCO/AltaGas offers a total rewards package that includes competitive pay, incentive bonus plans, holiday pay, 401K matching and a wide array of benefits. These benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage are designed to help you and your family stay healthy. We also have paid time off (PTO) to balance the demands of your work and personal life. Available benefits vary depending upon the specifics of the role.

U.S. affiliates of AltaGas are committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical or mental disabilities, political affiliation, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Salary : $66,000 - $130,000

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