NiSource provides natural gas and electricity services to millions across the U.S.
Develops and maintains gas standards to ensure safety, compliance, and reliability of utility pipelines.
6 days ago ago
$67,900 - $165,300
Entry-level
Full Time
Columbus, OH
Hybrid
Company Size
7,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Energy Distribution
Natural Gas Services
Electricity Services
Infrastructure Maintenance
Utility Operations
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Natural Gas
Electricity
Midstream Services
Pipeline Operations
Natural Gas Storage
Renewable Energy
Low-Carbon Fuels
Role
Description
compliance
gas standards
failure analysis
report writing
technical support
stakeholder collaboration
Driving Compliance & Safety: Ensure all work meets federal, state, and industry codes to support safe, cost-effective, and constructible operations.
Create and maintain gas standards for operations, maintenance, design, construction, and materials used in pipelines and facilities, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local codes.
Setting the Standards: Develop and maintain company gas standards for materials, construction practices, operations, and engineering processes across transmission lines, distribution mains, service lines, measurement and regulation stations, underground storage, LNG facilities, and related assets.
Investigating & Innovating: Analyze material failures, evaluate new products, and approve materials for company use to keep our system efficient and resilient.
Prepare reports and analyses on material performance, facility failures, and pilot evaluations for internal teams and regulatory steering committees.
Provide technical support for standards-related issues, integrity management programs (DIMP, TIMP, SIMP), and Safety Management System actions.
Approve materials and investigate failures by coordinating with Supply Chain and Engineering, evaluating new products, meeting with manufacturers, and conducting root cause analyses.
Produce key deliverables such as Gas Standards, Operational Notices, Material Standards, and guidance documents.
Collaborate with stakeholders and subject matter experts to evaluate and update standards that balance safety, technical needs, cost, and operational efficiency.
Collaborating Across Teams: Work closely with Operations, Design Engineering, Major Projects, Compliance, Legal, and external suppliers to align standards and deliver solutions that work.
Requirements
pmp
pe license
bs engineering
autocad
5+ years
fe
E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) E-Verify Participation Poster English and Spanish
Knowledge of basic practices of researching technical design issues, evaluating alternatives, and making sound recommendations
Right to Work Poster (English and Spanish) If you have the right to work, don't let anyone take it away
Bachelor of Science degree from a four-year ABET accredited Engineering or Engineering Technology program
Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)
Comfort and ability to lead meetings with large audiences
Professional Engineer (PE) License
5+ years of natural gas industry experience
Knowledge of Standards Evaluation Approval Systems: How organizations review and approve changes to processes and procedures
Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, petroleum, welding, and/or civil engineering
Knowledge of applicable state, federal, and industry codes, rules and regulations e.g., 49CFR 192, ASTM, ASME, API
1+ year of natural gas industry experience
Valid Driver’s License
Knowledge of computer applications, i.e., AutoCAD, Microsoft Teams, and Microsoft Office Suite
2+ years of natural gas industry experience
Fundamentals of Engineering (FE)
3+ years of of natural gas industry experience
Benefits
The salary offered to a candidate is based on several factors including but not limited to the candidate’s skills, job-related knowledge, and relevant experience, as well as internal pay equity.
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
only candidates already authorized to work in the u.s.; no sponsorship will be provided.
Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded 1912
Year of establishment
The company was established in 1912 and has since grown into a major player in the energy sector.
Millions of Customers
Customer base size
The company serves millions of households, businesses, and industries across the U.S.
Provides reliable service by managing infrastructure for natural gas and electricity.
Specializes in energy delivery, including transmission and distribution.
Regularly modernizes systems to enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability.
Deeply rooted in innovation, integrating renewable energy into the grid.
Involved in large-scale infrastructure projects to enhance energy security.
Known for steady financial performance and a forward-thinking approach.
Culture + Values
Be Safe
Look for a Better Way
Act with Care
Take Accountability
Serve our customers and our communities
Be respectful and inclusive
Work together
Deliver on our commitments
Be transparent
Do the right thing
Environment + Sustainability
Net Zero
GHG Emissions Target
Aim to achieve net zero Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.
58% Reduction
Scope 1 Emissions Since 2005
Significant decrease in Scope 1 greenhouse gas emissions since 2005.
50% Methane Reduction
From Mains and Services
Targeting a 50% reduction in methane emissions from mains and services by 2025.
$3B Investment
Renewable Energy Transition
Anticipated investments in renewable energy generation transition through 2028.
Retire 100% of remaining coal-fired electric generating units by 2026–2028.
Exploring hydrogen blending in gas systems via an on‑site hydrogen blending skid.
Named to Dow Jones Sustainability Index for nine consecutive years and to North America Index eleven consecutive years.
Plans to conserve lands: restoring hundreds of acres through vegetation management, soil remediation and seeding.
Inclusion & Diversity
Employee Promotion Rates
Promotion Statistics (8/31/23)
Reflects the promotion rates across various demographic groups within the organization.
Executive Representation
Leadership Demographics (12/31/24)
Breakdown of executive leadership roles by gender in the organization.
Employee Population
Workforce Demographics (12/31/24)
Overall gender distribution within the organization's workforce.
Provide energizing and inclusive culture where every employee has a voice and active seat at the table
Support diverse and unique customers and invest in communities