Pipeline Technician Intern (Waterloo, IA)
Company: Berkshire Hathaway Energy
Location: Waterloo
Posted on: April 25, 2024
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Job Description:
Job Description
Development of college students who are pursuing a bachelor's or
master's degree in engineering. Intern will be exposed to a variety
of projects and activities that will provide an opportunity to
apply knowledge and skills learned in college and demonstrate
abilities in the workplace. This is a temporary, nonexempt
position.
Responsibilities
Under the direction of a facility planner or manager, perform
simple to moderately complex system planning analysis and cost
estimating; supply system outage analysis; define system
constraints and determine throughput maximization to optimize the
system's performance. (50-60%) Under the direction of a facility
planner or manager, research and identify new and alternative
technologies to promote a safe, reliable and efficient pipeline
operation. (20-30%) Under the direction of a facility planner or
manager, develop and maintain pipeline models to support overall
throughput activities. (10-20%) Under the direction of a facility
planner or manager, research and participate in the evaluation of
Northern's transmission system constraints or expansions. (10-20%)
Perform any additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.
(0-5%) Communications / Contacts Internal - company personnel
External - none
Qualifications
College student, junior or higher standing, currently enrolled in a
bachelor's degree or graduate program in an engineering discipline
from an accredited university. Knowledge of engineering principles
and practices for analysis. Ability to prepare clear, concise and
complete written reports. Must possess self-motivation and
initiative to recognize, analyze and recommend alternative
solutions to problems and issues. Proficiency with personal
computer and various software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access,
etc.). Effective oral and written communication skills. Effective
analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to prioritize and
handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently. Support the
company's employee policies and procedures, including workplace
safety rules. Employment is contingent upon passing a post offer
drug screen and also a valid driver's license and good driving
record. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions
of the position, with or without an accommodation. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, disability or veteran status.
About Us
BHE Pipeline Group consists of Berkshire Hathaway Energy's
interstate natural gas pipeline companies, BHE GT&S, Kern River
Gas Transmission Company and Northern Natural Gas Company.
Combined, BHE Pipeline Group operates approximately 21,200 miles of
pipeline with a design capacity of approximately 21.1 billion cubic
feet of natural gas per day, owns assets in 27 states and
transported approximately 15% of the total natural gas consumed in
the U.S. during 2022. BHE Pipeline Group also operates 22 natural
gas storage facilities with a total working gas capacity of 515.6
billion cubic feet and a liquefied natural gas export, import and
storage facility.
About the Team
At Northern Natural Gas, we celebrate diversity, equity and
inclusion. Northern Natural Gas is proud to be an equal opportunity
employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious
creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except
as required by law), gender (including gender identity and
expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic
information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military
status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other
category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal
law.
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