Engineering or Integrity Specialist 2 or 3 

Non-Union Position
Project Coordination; Portland, Oregon (US-OR)  

Hybrid schedule available for Oregon & Washington residents. 
Regular FT 
Posting # 4862  

About Us:

At NW Natural, we offer more than rewarding career opportunities and a vibrant, inclusive work culture. We invite you to join us in providing safe and reliable utility services and renewable energy to better the lives of the communities we serve. Our vision is to be the leader in service excellence, innovation and environmental stewardship for our customers, while building on our strengths as a trusted energy provider and environmental leader for our industry.  

In addition to environmental stewardship, We’re also deeply committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at NW Natural. Our DEI Council started 21 years ago, and today we continue to foster a culture where all employees can experience a sense of belonging, shared purpose and possibility.
 

The Role:

Facilitates Engineering activities by assembling and organizing data, analyzing information, and recommending action. Assists with multiple complex construction projects by facilitating internal/external process requirements. Monitor project progress and follow-up as needed. Support Gas Supply and Engineering tasks.

Day to Day:

• Manage large data sets, evaluate data, and research data irregularities. Resolve problems independently and engages others as needed. Recommend changes to pipeline system to facilitate pipeline integrity or Compliance Inspections.  Suggest activities to manage and mitigate risk. Follow Federal guidelines while managing compliance work and meeting target dates. Devise methods to organize and present information used to evaluate and analyze Engineering needs.
• Facilitate and coordinate construction orders for revision, replacement, Compliance, or abandonment of pipeline facilities. Prepare and obtain necessary applications and permits for projects through various jurisdictions.
• Serves as coordinator in monitoring the progress of new risk mitigation projects and compliance work/projects; incorporates information from other departments in determining project status. Research records for abandonment and as-built information. Review completed construction and compliance documentation for accuracy. Assures records are appropriately stored and meet retention requirements.
• Establish and maintain relationships with external utilities, engineering firms, governmental agencies, contractors, customers, and Company personnel to coordinate and resolve issues relating risk mitigation and compliance projects.
• Performs annual reports in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
• Performs administrative duties related to contracts, regulatory filings, internal and external reports.
• Assist with tracking of Departments Budgets and communicates with Engineers, Department Leads and Business Analytics team on Budget status.
• Assist in managing technical documentation in alignment with federal guidelines.
• Operate Company vehicles in compliance with State/Local laws and Company policies and procedures.
• Maintains a high degree of confidentiality and attention to detail in performance of job tasks.

Come on your first day with:

• Two-year college degree in a related technical discipline or professional certification or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in engineering support or utility operations required. Additional years’ experience and proven advanced data analysis and reporting skills required for level 3.  
• Knowledge and understanding of natural gas piping systems. 
• Knowledge of engineering records, policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of and ability to understand and apply information from plats and drafting specifications. Strong verbal and written interpersonal communication skills including the ability to work with individuals at all levels of the organization and across department areas.
• Proven skills in PC/computer mainframe systems, including word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Ability to meet deadlines including effective time management and organizational skills. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong analytical and project management skills including the ability to identify needs, evaluate and present results.
• Possess/maintain a valid Oregon/Washington driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record.

What we offer:

Health & Wellness –

• Rich health insurance benefits with competitive employer contribution
• Free access to an online wellness resources platform 

Work Life Balance -

• Up to 23 Vacation Days 
• 80 Hours of Sick Time 
• 10 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays
• Flexible work arrangements 
• 3 weeks paid parental leave
• Green Team / Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Council / Safety Team / Women’s Network and many other Employee Resource Groups
• 1500 sq foot exercise facility and secure bike room  

Financial -

• Meaningful annual incentive bonus opportunity in addition to base salary
• Competitive 401K company contribution and match 
• 15% discount on NW Natural stock through Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Up to $5250 a year in tuition reimbursement  
• Wellness incentive program  

Discounts -

• 20% off natural gas service 
• Up to 30% discount at NW Natural Appliance Center
• TriMet Pass for all HQ employees
• Generous discounts with Verizon & AT&T Wireless  

Base salary range: $70,700.00 - $97,000.00 (Level 2) or $77,050.00 - $105,750.00 (Level 3) per year, depending on qualifications

Annual Target Incentive: Level 2, 7.5% target
                                           Level 3, 9.5% target
Targets are calculated using eligible earnings during plan year participation. Payout, if earned, is based on company and individual performance for each plan year and may range from 0% – 200% of target. Targets are subject to change in subsequent plan years. Must be employed by September 30 in order to receive any prorated payout.    

Application Process: To be considered for this position, submit a complete electronic application including cover letter and resume via our website.

https://www.nwnatural.com/about-us/the-company/careers

Deadline: 05/07/24

Disclosure: We are a drug free workplace and we comply with Federal Drug Free Workplace Act and Department of Transportation regulations. 

All applications must be submitted through NW Natural’s Electronic Application System. Resumes submitted via email, fax or mail will not be accepted in lieu of an electronic application.

NW Natural is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and embrace our candidates’ diversity and take affirmative action to employ and advance individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin, marital status, genetic information, and all other legally protected characteristics. We forbid discrimination and harassment in the workplace based on any protected status or characteristic. A criminal history is not an automatic bar to employment with NW Natural. Instead, we make individualized assessments regarding qualifications and backgrounds. NW Natural is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation as part of the application process, please contact us at employment@nwnatural.com or  (971) 979-6341.

NW Natural does not accept unsolicited submissions or assistance from search firms for posted positions. Resumes submitted by search firms working under a valid and current written contract with NW Natural valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from NW Natural HR/Employment will be deemed the sole property of NW Natural. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by NW Natural as a result of the referral or through other means.