MAOP Engineer III or Senior Engineer

MAOP Engineer III or Senior Engineer

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remote type

Hybrid

locations

Charlotte, NC

time type

Full time

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End Date: November 13, 2026

job requisition id

R42226

Important Application Submission Information

In order to ensure your application is successfully received before the job posting expires, please submit your application by 11:59 PM on Thursday, November 12, 2026

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NOTE: This posting is for one position. Depending upon the qualifications of the successful applicant, the hiring manager may elect to fill this position at a level III or Sr.

The Transmission MAOP Engineer contributes to transmission pipeline safety by verifying the natural gas transmission pipelines and associated facilities have valid Maximum Allowable Operating Pressures (MAOPs) as defined in Federal Pipeline Safety Regulations (49 CFR, Part 192, Subparts J and L). The Transmission MAOP Engineer will focus on ensuring the appropriate MAOPs are defined for transmission pipeline segments and facilities that do not have Traceable, Verifiable and Complete (TVC) records, as defined in Sections §192.624 and §192.607 of the “MAOP Reconfirmation, Expansion of Assessment Requirements, and Other Related Amendments” Final Rule.

For each transmission pipeline segment or facility requiring MAOP Reconfirmation, the Transmission MAOP Engineer shall assist with overall administration of MAOP records review (pressure test and material records), establishing a MAOP reconfirmation methodology per §192.624(c) (e.g. Pressure test, Pressure Reduction, Engineering Critical Assessment, Replacement and Pressure Reduction for Small PIR), developing associated project scope of work and maintaining an overall program schedule for MAOP Reconfirmation to meet the deadlines per §192.624(b). In addition, for pipeline segments and facilities that do not have TVC material records, the Transmission MAOP Engineer will assist with implementation of the Material Verification Program for acquisition of appropriate material records in accordance with §192.607 Verification of Pipeline Material Properties and Attributes to ensure the necessary attributes and statistical confidence levels are achieved to support the segments design MAOP per Subpart L. The Transmission MAOP Engineer will also assist with managing MAOP Reconfirmation and Material Verification Program metrics and preparing Program status reports, proposed budgets, budget updates and other Program information as requested. In addition, the Transmission MAOP Engineer be part of an on-call rotation where integrity dig results are reviewed, failure pressure calculations are conducted, and timely repair decisions are communicated.

The Transmission MAOP Engineer’s role requires collaboration with all functional areas and contractors regarding the planning, prioritization and data collection and integration of all field and program activities related to MAOP Reconfirmation and Material Verification Programs. MAOP Reconfirmation and Material Verification Programs goals shall be managed through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring of work activities.

The Transmission MAOP Engineer must stay informed of new regulations, advisory bulletins, and new technologies affecting MAOP Reconfirmation and Material Verification programs.

The Transmission MAOP Engineer is responsible for providing engineering/technical expertise and guidance in identification, analysis and resolution of complex problems in area of expertise with the ability to visualize long-term results and assess impacts on a system-wide basis.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Assist with the overall administration and implementation of the Transmission Pipeline MAOP Reconfirmation Program and Material Verification Programs in accordance with the Federal Pipeline Safety Regulations (49 CFR, Part 192 §192.624 and §192.607).

• Manage the Facility MAOP Reconfirmation Program by identifying in-scope facilities, prioritizing and scheduling the review and managing contractors to obtain data collection for those assets missing data.

• Establish Facility MAOP Reconfirmation methods, develop charter scopes and maintain program implementation schedule.

• Assist with transmission integrity management program dig pressure failure calculations and repair calls.

• Participates in corporate initiatives and special projects.

Basic Requirements Engineer III

• Graduation from a four-year college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program or state registration as a Professional Engineer. A Master's degree in engineering can be considered in lieu of the Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree.

• Minimum 4 years of relevant engineering experience.

Basic Requirements Senior Engineer

• Graduation from a four-year college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program or state registration as a Professional Engineer. A Master's degree in engineering can be considered in lieu of the Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree.

• Minimum 5 years of relevant engineering experience and state registration as a Professional Engineer (PE).

• Minimum 6 years of relevant engineering experience without state registration as a Professional Engineer (PE).

Desired Qualifications:

• Passing grade on the Engineering Fundamentals Exam.

• Experience in the natural gas or liquid industry with respect to transmission pipeline operations, construction and/or design

• Working knowledge of 49 CFR, Parts 192 or 195

• Basic understanding of steel metallurgy, nondestructive inspection, and stress analysis

• Proficient in principles of project management

• Proficient in engineering theories and principles.

• Proficient in practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations and preparing and presenting recommendations

• Should be knowledgeable of processes and procedures within the department and organization

• Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds

• Good written and oral communication skills

• Diversity appreciation

• Must display strong orientation for safety, customer service, communication and leadership

• Must consistently exhibit a high degree of ethics.

• Highly proficient in the use of information systems, including PC applications, such as MS Access, Word, and Excel

• Able to work under tight timelines, meet deadlines, and perform in stressful conditions

Working Conditions and Travel

• Hybrid Mobility Classification – Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable daily commute to a Duke Energy facility.

Travel Requirements

5-15%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable) Yes

Represented/Union Position No

Visa Sponsored Position No. This is not a Visa Sponsored Position. This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.

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