About Us

At SoCalGas, we believe that every Californian deserves a resilient energy future. We are working to achieve that future by empowering California to reach its sustainability goals through innovation, collaboration, and decarbonization. As our state's energy needs change, we will be there providing reliable energy that is clean, safe, and affordable to our 22 million customers.

In addition to helping shape the future of hydrogen technology and clean energy, as an employee of SoCalGas you'll also enjoy an aggressive total compensation plan, multiple upward mobility opportunities and the ability to find a true work life balance. We also strive to reflect the communities we serve by attracting top talent and maintaining a diverse workforce. To discover more about how rewarding it is to work here, we invite you to visit these pages on our website:Our Mission; Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Sustainability,In the Community, and Employee Benefits.Join SoCalGas today to share in our mission to build the cleanest, safest, and most innovative energy company in America!

• Works with Storage Technical Service, Gas Engineering, and outside consultants and contractors to complete design packages. Represents the station's interests in project meetings. Works with electrical contractors to ensure projects are implemented according to plans and specifications. Collaborates with Maintenance and Operations issues or projects as needed. Responsible for design and construction of high, medium, and low voltage electrical systems, instrumentation and controls, and electrical safety. Provides troubleshooting support across the Aliso Canyon facility. Work with vendors and consultants to develop appropriate solutions to the facility electrical problems.
• Engineering and Technical Knowledge:
  • Maintain facility overhead electrical systems in compliance with GO 95, 128, and 165.
  • Develops a preventative maintenance program for essential electrical equipment supporting the plant operation with switchgear, MCC panels, power control & protection systems, utilities, ATS, compressed air systems, pumps, power distribution, etc.
  • Identification and project management of plant facility upgrades.
  • Utilizes sources of information (e.g., publications, websites, and organizations), external consultants, vendors, and peers within field of endeavor.
  • Participates in industry technical committees and is a leading contributor within area of expertise.
  • Shares and effectively uses trade/technical knowledge.
  • Provides technical expertise to departments within the organization.
  • Provides technical advice and reviews technical results, evaluations, and analyses for mid-level engineers.
  • Establishes and maintains key relationships with senior internal and external personnel within area of expertise.
  • Manages technical engineering-related programs and/or projects, within the department, that provide department or company-wide benefits.
  • Develops and obtains approval of designs, systems or program parameters which establish performance, safety and reliability requirements for proposed projects.
  • Serves as a highly proficient engineer in a specific engineering discipline, and displays ability to be a Company expert in a specific engineering discipline.
  • Directs, monitors and guides team members and outside contractors with engineering technical guidance.
• Engineering and Analytical Thinking:
  • Gathers, organizes and analyzes data to draw logical conclusions.
  • Prepares, reviews, and approves complex engineering calculations and analyses, and provide tangible and sound recommendations.
  • Applies engineering principles to analyze and resolve problems.
  • Has a clear business focus and understanding of the company goals and company vision, and steers business decision-making and team in the direction that leads towards successful completion of them.
  • May require review of moderate to complex construction drawings
• Company, Industry & Regulatory Awareness:
  • Stays abreast of the latest changes, trends and technological advancements in the industry.
  • Maintains familiarity with Company operations to effectively support client requests.
  • Uses knowledge of state and federal codes, industry standards and Gas Standards, Rules, and Tariffs, and awareness of any changes that impact gas operations and practices.
  • Uses knowledge of Company operating practices, processes, policies and procedures, to effectively support requests/assignments.
  • Understands the different organizations in engineering and operations and their distinct processes, services, and responsibilities to effectively support requests/assignments.
  • Develops and provides input on Gas Standards that govern the selection, design, application and operation of engineered components, materials and systems, which meet Company's needs, and with optimum economic considerations.
  • Recommends edits/modifications to Gas Standards that reflect regulatory changes or improvements.
  • Reviews proposed changes in regulatory requirements and prepares Company response.
  • Ensures that changes in regulatory or code requirements, that impact area of expertise, are addressed through appropriate programs and modifications to applicable Gas Standards.
  • Interprets state and federal codes, industry standards and Gas Standards for clients.
  • Represents the Company's interests on industry committees regarding codes and standards.
• Project Management:
  • Manages and coordinates related activities leading to the successful completion of projects and/or programs, including, determination of scope, schedule, identification of resources (internal and external), selection of consultants, engineering, construction manager, cost estimates, budgeting, permitting, design, material procurement and start-up support, to ensure successful completion of the project.
  • Manages and directs programs and/or projects within the department that provide department or company-wide benefits.
  • Manages and negotiates with contractors, consultants, technical specialists, and the remainder of the project team.
  • Develops and obtains approval of designs, systems, or program parameters, which establish performance, safety and reliability requirements for proposed projects and provides PE stamp as necessary.
  • Responsible for developing contracts and approving contract revisions for contractors, consultants, and vendors.
  • Analyzes proposals for practicability and compatibility with overall project and existing systems, and Gas Standards.
  • Provides timely project status reports.
  • Develops and/or utilizes project control systems to control budget and schedule.
• Process Improvements: Develops or improves systems, programs and operation processes, to increase productivity, data accessibility and operations, at team level.
• Performs other duties as assigned (no more than 5% of duties).

$109500 - $164300 / year

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Civil/Structural Engineering required.
• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE)/Engineering in Training (EIT) Certification required.
• Master's Degree in Engineering preferred.

• Requires 8 years of professional experience within medium voltage electrical overhead and underground distribution engineering, design, planning, protection, maintenance, compliance with GO 95, 128, and 165, and related technical experience. Electrical power engineering related experience required.
• 3 years of professional experience with arc flash studies, system coordination & protection, and ETAP, Pole loading & PLS-CADD or similar software. (Inclusive of total years listed above) required.
• 3 years of professional experience within industrial electrical, plant control systems, power generation, and related technical experience preferred.
• 3 years of experience in an engineering operating environment with field experience preferred.

• Engineering & Technical Knowledge: Ability to understand engineering practices, concepts, techniques and cost analysis, and how it applies to their work. An understanding of electric power engineering.
• Ability to understand and apply engineering/technical, mathematics and physical science principles, and the practical application thereof, to analyze and solve problems, as appropriate to area of assigned responsibility
• Ability to understand and analyze highly theoretical problems which are difficult to define, have rapidly changing variables, and for which engineering precedents are incomplete or lacking
• Up-to-date knowledge of specific engineering disciplines
• Creativity, Innovation & Problem Solving: Ability to propose innovative solutions to unique problems, which are complex and/or impact Company operations, compliance and system integrity, with thoughtful consideration of technical, operational, and economic issues, and may link new concepts and technologies
• Ability to review complex problems, open-ended problems, and propose innovative solutions, which involve technical, operational, economic, and strategic issues, and may link new concepts and technologies
• Project Management Skills: Ability to perform project management skills (e.g. leadership, communication, team management, scheduling, negotiation, decision-making, problem-solving, cost control, risk management, adaptability, execution) and concepts, and understands how it applies to their work
• Ability to determine project requirements, assess the abilities within the work group, appropriately delegate project work to team members, and be responsible for providing team goals and evaluating performance
• Ability to assess the potential financial impact of a project in the Company, as well as the impact on existing Company facilities, programs, marketing and operating philosophies and procedures
• Communication Skills: Ability to effectively interact with various departments to maintain open lines of communication
• Ability to communicate technical and non-technical information and concepts clearly and concisely with all levels of management in both formal and informal settings
• Ability to deliver clear, organized, and persuasive presentation of ideas, findings, proposed solutions, and data analyses based on audience
• Leadership: Ability to demonstrate leadership behavior (e.g., builds trust, acts with integrity, inspires others, encourages innovative thinking, coaches people, empowers employees and rewards achievement)
• Ability to demonstrate management practices (e.g., establishes annual priorities and goals, sustains team of technical experts, creates a culture conducive to change, develops and manages budget within financial targets, delivers presentations)
• Ability to provide direction and guidance to fellow engineers
• Negotiation: Ability to effectively negotiate contracts and business relations to reach mutually agreeable decisions and compromises that are based on sound engineering principles
• Ability to demonstrate negotiation skills
• Financial Acumen & Accountability: Ability to understand and use financial concepts, such as budgeting, forecasting and reporting
• Ability to manage cost and resources, and development of metrics
• Assertiveness & Influencing: Ability to confidently convey thoughts, ideas, and/or solutions, while being respectful and mindful of other's contributions to the same discussion
• Ability to influence others to accept one's proposed idea(s), by using facts/data to support the proposed idea(s)
• Ability to make decisions with impact on activities of his or her organization Intermediate Required
• Computer Skills: Understanding of computers, Windows applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio), and engineering software

• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE)/Engineering in Training (EIT) Certification required.
• Licensed as a Professional Engineer in the state of California preferred.

Benefits

SoCalGas offers a comprehensive benefits program to help support employees both personally and professionally. These benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Competitive pay & Annual Bonus program
• Medical, dental, and vision packages (plus free Mental Health resources/sessions)
• 401K company match & Company provided Pension Plan
• Work/Life Balance including generous PTO
• Wellness Programs/Classes
• Tuition/Education Reimbursement
• Career Development Tools & Resources through SoCalGas University

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