Pipeline Technician Intern (Waterloo, IA)

Company: Berkshire Hathaway Energy
Location: Waterloo
Posted on: April 25, 2024

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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