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jobs Listings may be posted on AGA's website for 90 days and in one issue of American Gas. rates: AGA member companies: $150 for up to 50 words, $1 per additional word; nonmembers: $250 for up to 50 words, $2 per additional word. All ads must be prepaid. Unless noted, the code following each listing ensures confidentiality and should be referenced in correspondence. To SubmIT A LISTInG To JobLIne, PLeASe vISIT www.AGA.orG. enGIneerInG ASSISTAnTS/PArT-TIme (Industrial & Large Commercial Energy Services) NG Advantage trucks CNG to large institutional and manufacturing sites not on a gas pipeline. Seeking retired contract engineers or engineering students who have passed their introductory courses to work on research projects. Projects will develop every month or so and last varying lengths of time. For example: * A project to find the right nozzle for use in a very cold environment. * A project to determine what the best method of odorizing CNG is under high pressure. * A project to determine the best hoses to use in a particular situation. Candidate must research on his/her own in a reasonably short period of time, analyze the findings, evaluate costs and trade offs, decide on a solution, and present it to engineering team. Candidates are engineers or engineering students who are linear thinkers and creative problem solvers. This position gives them the opportunity to recommend real solutions, to improve specific tasks and the experience of working in a start-up. NG Advantage is in a very new industry providing services to customers using CNG for the first time. We create products in response to their needs on a daily basis. This position requires flexible, logical, and motivated individuals. Qualifications are: Basic course work in an engineering discipline or an experienced engineer wanting a parttime position or consulting arrangement * Experienced in Microsoft Office. * Ability to complete real production projects on time and the confidence to ask questions. * Demonstrated self-starter with drive to succeed in a fast-paced environment. * Creativity to develop unique solutions. Location: * Milton, Vermont· May require visits to customers. Once familiar with NG Advantage's systems, employee can complete work off-site. * Please respond with resume and salary requirements. NG Advantage LLC humanresources@ngadvantage.com 34 AmericAn GAs november 2013 reServoIr enGIneer 2 or 3 Plans, develops, and coordinates subsurface development of underground storage projects. Provides operational support for multiple underground storage fields. Key Accountabilities: Oversees the geologic and reservoir engineering aspects of underground storage field development. * Collects, evaluates, and analyzes storage field pressure and inventory data for inventory verification studies, asset reliability evaluations, and capacity expansion potential. * Evaluates potential storage reservoirs. Provides reservoir optimization strategies. * Performs field simulations and computer modeling to predict field capacity and well deliverability. * Conducts well tests and surveys to determine well condition, functionality, and longevity. * Determines injection and withdrawal flow profiles for both wells and reservoirs. * Monitors observation wells for aquifer dynamics and storage gas losses. * Prepares annual production forecasts, remaining reserve estimates, and ultimate production estimates. * Interfaces with geological and engineering consultants and regulatory agencies. * Knowledge, Skill and experience requirements * Undergraduate degree in Reservoir, Geological, or Petroleum Engineering. * Thorough understanding of engineering principles and theories and advanced technical expertise in geological and reservoir engineering. 7-10+ years experience in storage facility engineering required. * Broad-based experience with well drilling and completion, field production and operations, geophysics and geology, economic evaluations, and corporate budgets. * Experience with reservoir modeling, inventory verification studies, and design and analysis of flow, pressure drawdown, and pressure buildup tests. * Drilling and completion experience encompassing all phases from well planning through first production/operations including experience with horizontal wells and gravel pack completions. * Strong technical, project management, verbal communication, and writing skills. * Valid Oregon or Washington driver's license, any required certifications and/or endorsements, and satisfactory driving record. * Current PE license in petroleum engineering or obtain licensure within one year of hiring. * Subject to random drug testing. Closes: Open until filled Location: Portland, OR with some travel required to our facility in Fresno, CA.; Wages: $76,000 - $93,100 - $110,200 (Grade 7) DOQ$90,450 - $110,800 - $131,150 (Grade 8) DOQ Send completed application, cover letter, and resume to: NW Natural Gas Storage, Attn: Employment, 220 NW 2nd Ave, Portland, OR 97209 A link to our application can be found on our website, www.nwnaturalgasstorage.com DIreCTor, GAS SYSTem PLAnnInG Provides strategic leadership and direction to a geographically dispersed team of engineers. Ensures sufficient gas pipeline capacity for safe, reliable daily and future operations. Oversees pipeline system experts focused on gas system hydraulic analysis and modeling. Contributes toward Gas Safety Excellence goals by improving safety, reliability, and affordability. Please send all responses to nj17@pge.com. eLeCTrICAL enGIneer Holland Engineering is aggressively seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join our Southfield, Michigan, office. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of electrical engineering and design experience with an emphasis in the gas and oil industry. A professional engineering license is preferred but not required. Demonstrated experience with products including AutoCAD and Micro Station will be beneficial along with proficiency in the full suite of Microsoft Office products. The position will involve coordinating, directing, and supporting assigned pipeline projects from conceptualization to completion. In addition, the ideal candidate http://WWW.AGA.ORG http://www.nwnaturalgasstorage.com

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of American Gas - November 2013

American Gas - November 2013
Contents
President’s Message
Subject Index
Head Start: On Energy Education
Digest
Issues
Updates
By the Numbers
Need to Know
Places
The Wheels on the Bus...
California
Michigan
Michigan
New Jersey
Long Island
Fueling the Future
U.S. Secretary of Energy Ernest Moniz
A Tight Ship
Expanding the Reach of the Gas Infrastructure
Company Profiles
Jobs
Marketplace
Headway

American Gas - November 2013