WGL - Pipeline Integrity Data Specialist

Job Description

WGL -  Pipeline Integrity Data Specialist

Washington Gas has an immediate opening for a Pipeline Data Integrity Specialist to perform data integration for the TIMP Risk Model and perform Quality Assurance on GIS data.

You Will:
• Performs QA/QC of Pipeline Integrity related objects in Smallworld (ie Direct Assessments, Cathodic Protection Areas, Class Locations, Strip Buffers and High consequence Areas).
• Assists with data gathering for Transmission & High Pressure Risk Model.
• Creates and updates Risk Model input files.
• Prepares and coordinates data/reports for the Integrity Management Program Team (i.e. records for Transmission pipe surveys including field notes, Quad maps, and WMIS Work Requests).
• Assists in data gathering for the annual DOT Report.
• Assists with MAOP verification program.
• Participates in audits from local and federal agencies.

You Must Have:
• Bachelors Degree in Engineering or Science Degree preferred
• 2+ Years Minimum of four (4) years of experience is required in natural gas or related industry required
• Corrosion control/cathodic protection experience is preferred.
• Working knowledge of Smallworld GIS software to include version management, conflict resolution, creating and running spatial queries.
• Working knowledge of construction practices, especially as related to record keeping.
• Ability to proficiently operate computer software (MS Excel and/or Access) and hardware for data manipulation, analysis and presentation purposes.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to logically analyze and solve business problems.
• Ability to write and present diverse ideas in a logical and concise manner.
• Working knowledge of federal, state and local safety regulations desired.
• General knowledge of Washington Gas operations and procedures.

We offer a competitive salary range of $79,500 to $109,500 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 clean and 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.