Richmond, Virginia, Berkshire Hathaway’s commitment to building a stronger energy future is matched by our commitment to our employees who will make it a reality. Our employees are integral to our success and work hard to exceed customer expectations. We provide fulfilling employment opportunities, are committed to attracting and retaining the best employees, and support an environment that reflects the diversity of our communities.
Join our team! Gas System Planning & Design has an exciting Engineer position.
There is one position available that will be filled as either an EI, EII or EIII level depending on the selected candidate's skills and abilities.
This position may report to our Richmond, VA, Bridgeport, WV or Columbia, SC office locations. Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid or compressed schedule may be available, but are not guaranteed. Relocation assistance will be provided to the successful candidate if eligible.
In this role, some of your responsibilities will include the following actions:
Perform engineering analysis on gas pipeline systems to determine the performance of the systems, which includes identifying infrastructure requirements for system expansions utilizing specialized software and models;
Develop preliminary cost estimates for facility designs;
Research facility drawings, maps, records, and other documentation to develop and update facility models;
Provide technical support for new and existing tap agreements;
Be fully competent in all conventional aspects of the subject matter, which includes increased complexity in the application of engineering skills;
Perform other duties as requested or assigned to support BHE GT&S’s Gas System Planning & Design group.
In this role you will be doing work with Hydraulic Flow Modeling. A Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Industrial, or Petro Engineering background would be advantageous. First review of applicants will be June 7.
Working Conditions
Office Work Environment 76 -100%
Travel Up to 25%
Export Control
At this time, BHE GT&S cannot transfer nor sponsor a work visa for this position. Certain positions at BHE GT&S may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in BHE GT&S limiting its consideration of certain applicants.
Other Information
We offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which may include: health benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and much more. To learn more about our benefits, click here dombenefits.com.
BHE GT&S is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran, or disability status. Our values guide us in accordance with all local, state and federal laws and regulations governing personnel activities.
On November 1, 2020, Dominion Energy sold its gas transmission and storage business to Berkshire Hathaway Energy. In light of this transaction, the application process and benefits package are temporarily shared by Dominion Energy and BHE Pipeline Group while the full integration of the gas transmission and storage business into BHE Pipeline Group is ongoing. Please note: when applying to a BHE GT&S position, some correspondence and documentation throughout the application and selection process will come from, or reference, Dominion Energy. If you have any questions or concerns through the BHE GT&S application process, please reach out to BHEPGStaffing@dominionenergy.com.
Candidates must demonstrate via resume and/or cover letter that they meet the following qualifications:
Engineer I must have a minimum 0-2+ years of relevant engineering experience
Engineer II must have a minimum 3+ years of relevant engineering experience
Engineer III must have a minimum 5+ years of relevant engineering experience
Bachelor’s in engineering from an ABET- accredited or ABET - recognized Engineering program. Please refer to Education Requirements
Additional Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience : • Full knowledge of engineering concepts, fundamentals, and theory • Oral and written communication skills (includes technical writing) • Effective decision-making skills • Computer skills and application of software programs • Analytical and abstract thinking skills • Problem solving skills • Ability to learn to apply engineering theories and concepts to complex problems • Ability to interpret codes, regulations and practices • Ability to develop effective planning, project, and organization skills • Ability to develop project management skills and to handle multiple tasks • Ability to work within a team environment • Ability to process information quickly and effectively manage multiple tasks
Preferred Knowledge & Experience: • Prior experience in planning and/or network simulation tools • Experience with hydraulic modeling (DNVGL Synergi Gas, Gregg, etc.) • Knowledge of gas transmission, gas storage, and/or gathering system operations • Understanding of the terms and conditions of services offered by both BHE Eastern GT&S and BHE Cove Point
Education Requirements
Education Required: Bachelor's degree in Engineering
For placement of a candidate in the Engineer job series, the following criteria must be met:
Possess a 4-year engineering degree from an ABET accredited engineering program based on the year that the engineering program was accredited by ABET, or
Possess a 4-year engineering degree from an institution outside of the U.S. which is accredited through the country's own engineering accrediting body under the Washington Accord as a full signatory, and is a degree that was recognized by the country's accrediting body on or after the date that full signatory status was achieved, or
Possess a 4-year engineering degree from a non-ABET accredited program and a post-graduate engineering degree from an institution where the undergraduate degree in the same engineering discipline is ABET accredited based on the year the engineering program was accredited by ABET, or
Possess a 4-year degree in Physics, Chemistry or Math and a post-graduate engineering degree from an institution where the undergraduate degree in the same engineering discipline is ABET accredited based on the year the engineering program was accredited by ABET, or holds or has previously held a valid U.S. Professional Engineer license.