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Gas Engineer I, II, Senior, Lead or Principal

Job Overview

Job Description

Job Specifications

Black Hills Energy is people powered and purpose driven. Our team uses the power of energy to improve life for over one million customers in 800+ communities across the West and Midwest. We seek talented, caring people who embody our core values and contribute to a culture of inclusion and growth. As an organization, we believe the best part of working on our team is our commitment to making tomorrow better than today—for our customers, communities and each other.

Position summary:

As a Gas Engineer, you will assist in providing engineering services to our natural gas utility operations in multiple states under guidance from the Engineering Manager. You will fulfill industry regulations, work in partnership with state operations to ensure safe, reliable service to customers, and participate on multi-functional teams to support the company's natural gas business.

Pay Range: This posting includes the full pay range for this position. Pay is based on a number of factors and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity.
Level I: $72,900 - $109,250 / Grade 13
Level II: $84,600 - $126,900 / Grade 15 
Senior: $94,800 - $156,250 / Grade 17
Lead: $103,150 - $170,200 / Grade 18
Principal: $113,650 - $187,700 / Grade 19

Reporting Relationship: Design Engineering Manager

Location: Lawarence or Wichita Kansas

Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance is available based on individual circumstances! Details to be shared during the offer process.

Essential Functions:
•    Provide basic engineering support and service to natural gas operations in the company’s multiple state natural gas business.
•    Participate in various projects concurrently.
•    Work as team member to achieve department goals.
•    Maintain a successful partnership with operations leadership and personnel.
•    Ability to analyze information, problem solve and troubleshoot technical and operational issues.
•    Frequent interactions with vendors, suppliers, industry associations.
•    Maintain a safe work environment by adopting basic knowledge of personal and industry safety principles.

Additional Responsibilities:
•    Participate in community relations-based activities, where desired and where interest exists.
•    Participate in state and federal audits.
•    All other duties as assigned.

What Is Required:
Level I: 
•    Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
•    No experience required. Training provided. 
Level II: 
•    Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
•    Minimum of 1 year of gas industry experience; with proven knowledge of natural gas operations.
Senior:
•    Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
•    Minimum of 4 years of gas industry experience; with proven knowledge of natural gas operations.
Lead: 
•    Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
•    Minimum of 7 years of gas industry experience; with proven knowledge of natural gas operations.
Principal: 
•    Bachelor's Degree Engineering from an ABET accredited institution.
•    Minimum of 12 years of gas industry experience; with proven knowledge of natural gas operations.
•    Professional Engineer (PE) License Professional Engineer license upon hire.

What Is Desired:
•    Demonstrated technical understanding.
•    Ability to thoroughly document analytical work.
•    Skilled in the use of word processing, database, and spreadsheet programs.
•    Proficient writing and editing skills.
•    Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
•    Self-starter, energetic, proactive, and a team player.
 

This description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, and requirements for employees in this position. Job descriptions may and do change periodically. Where positions are covered by a collective bargaining unit agreement, the terms and conditions of the agreement will apply.

About our Company: We are a customer, growth and safety focused utility company that is dedicated to our communities. We improve life with energy as an energy partner of choice. Our diverse culture fuels unique perspectives, opening doors to new insights and possibilities. Based in Rapid City, South Dakota, we have over 3000 employees and serve 1.3 million natural gas and electric utility customers across eight states (South Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, and Arkansas).

Enjoy our Comprehensive Benefits Package!  Annual discretionary bonuses, 401(k) (6% company match and up to 9% company retirement contribution), tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off benefits, including paid holidays and parental leave, company paid life insurance and disability benefits (short and long term), an employee assistance program and well-being benefits, and competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.

Candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.  If there is anything that may show up in these reports that may conflict with the position requirements, feel free to contact the Black Hills Energy recruiting team at jobs@blackhillscorp.com. 

Black Hills Energy does not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or status as a protected veteran.  If you require reasonable accommodation, please visit  careers.blackhillsenergy.com for more information.