Pipeline Safety Inspector

Pipeline Safety Inspector

Salary

$84,528.00 - $110,952.00 Annually

Location

Thurston County - Lacey, WA

Job Type

Full Time - Permanent

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

2026-07226

Department

Utilities and Transportation Commission

Division

Pipeline Safety

Opening Date

09/02/2026

Closing Date

9/16/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary Information

The high end of the salary range, Step M is typically a longevity step

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Description

WASHINGTON UTILITIES AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION

Respect. Professionalism. Integrity. Accountability.

Pipeline Safety Inspector

Energy/Utilities Engineer 3

Salary Consideration: Range 67, Step A ($84,528) - Step L ($110,952) annually.

These positions may be filled as an Energy/Utilities Engineer 1 or 2 in-training. The incumbents will advance to the goal class of Engineer/Utilities Engineer 3 after satisfactory completion of the extensive training requirements. The salary for the Energy/Utilities Engineer 1 is $4,746 to $6,229 per month. The salary for the Energy/Utilities Engineer 2 is $6,075 to $7,973 per month.

The starting employment offer will be determined based on the successful candidates' qualifications. Typically Step M of the pay range is a longevity step.

This recruitment is open until September 16 2026, at 11:59pm.

UTC reserves the right to render a hiring decision and/or choose to close or extend this recruitment at any given time. Applications for this recruitment could be used to fill comparable positions that open within the next 60 days.

The Opportunity:

The Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission (UTC) is seeking to fill two (2) Energy/Utility Engineer 3 positions to support the mission of the Pipeline Safety Division and are specifically aimed at enhancing public health and safety through regulatory compliance. These positions may be filled with a twelve (12) month in-training plan as an Energy/Utilities Engineer 1 or may be filled with a twelve (12) month in-training plan Energy/Utilities Engineer 2 to the class goal of Energy/Utilities Engineer 3. The positions primarily conduct inspections of regulated hazardous liquid and gas pipeline companies to ensure compliance with state and federal pipeline safety rules and regulations.

Hybrid:

Although these are hybrid opportunities, the successful incumbents must reside within Washington state and must be available to report to the Lacey, Washington headquarters building as needed.

Travel:

These positions necessitate travel throughout Washington state and occasionally other parts of the U.S. that involve overnight stays for inspections, incidents, training, conferences, and for meetings. This may occur during and/or outside normal work hours (including remote locations) that may include overnight stays.

Who We Are:

Our Mission is to protect the people of Washington by ensuring that investor-owned utility and transportation services are safe, equitable, available, reliable, and fairly priced.

Our Vision is to strive to achieve equitable and fair outcomes as a regulator of utility and transportation services and prioritize inclusion and belonging in the workplace.

The UTC is continually recognized for its excellence and integrity as a regulatory agency, as we challenge the status quo and ourselves to ensure equitable outcomes for our customers and the people of Washington State.

We recognize that our employees are the key to the agency's success. We are committed to our work but value balance with our personal lives. We demonstrate our commitment to employees by providing an environment that stimulates professional growth, and offers continuing learning opportunities, meaningful work, and a comprehensive benefits package. For more information about our benefits or working at UTC, please visit our website.

What We Offer Our Employees:

• UTC fosters an environment of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging, while striving to hire and retain a workforce from the communities we serve.
• We place importance on a healthy balance between personal and professional lives; offering flexible work schedules, wellness programs, and mobile/telework opportunities.
• Through the state, our employees (and their families) are offered options for medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance.
• We offer enrollment into the state retirement programs and a deferred compensation plan.
• Throughout a calendar year, employees receive a minimum of 14 days of vacation leave per year and 11 paid holidays and 1 personal holiday in addition to accruing sick leave.

Our Values:

• Respect - We treat every person and interaction with consideration and goodwill.
• Professionalism - We are committed to excellence in our work and conduct.
• Integrity - We do the right things for the right reasons - trusting others to do the same.
• Accountability - With courage, we hold ourselves and each other accountable for exhibiting respect, professionalism, and integrity.

How to Apply:

Interested in joining the UTC team? Click the Apply button at the top to begin! We only consider candidates for further screening if the following documents are attached to your completed application packet.

• Letter of Interest describing how you meet the position qualifications and why you believe you are the ideal candidate.
• Resume detailing your applicable experience and education.
• References: At least three (3) professional references with current telephone numbers and email addresses. One (1) contact MUST be your current or most recent supervisor.

The initial screening of candidates will be solely based on the contents and completeness of the application, including answers provided to the Supplemental Questionnaire, along with the required attachments - letter of interest, resume, and references submitted as part of the application process.

Please note, see resume will not substitute for completing the "work experience" section of the application or supplemental questionnaire.

Duties

The Position:

Reporting to the Energy/Utility Engineer 4, these positions inspect regulated hazardous liquid and gas pipelines, respond to and investigate incidents; provide technical assistance to pipeline operators, local governments, and communities; and improve safety laws and regulations.

What you'll do:

You'll be responsible for validating compliance with and enhancing safety standards required for natural gas and hazardous liquid pipelines located within the state. This is done primarily by conducting safety inspections of regulated hazardous liquid and gas pipeline companies to ensure compliance with state and federal pipeline safety rules and regulations. This work will require someone who is independent, efficient and can balance competing priorities.

The successful incumbents interact with other pipeline safety engineers, UTC Consumer Protection and Regulatory Services staff, support staff, and assistant attorney general assigned to the program. Additionally, you'll work with the Commissioners, other officials from the Federal Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), other state pipeline safety program representatives, regulated pipeline personnel, local government, and the general public.

Additional duties include, but aren't limited to the following:

• Conducts independent complex standard and specialized inspections and assessments of both interstate and intrastate gas and hazardous liquid pipeline facilities, operations, and maintenance in order to determine compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Investigates natural gas incidents and hazardous liquid accidents to determine cause, operator responsibility and potential violations of Federal and State Pipeline Safety Standards. Prepares a written report of findings and conclusions with potential recommendations for enforcement actions.
• Reviews and analyzes records pertaining to operators' compliance with Federal Pipeline Safety Standards (i.e., 49 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) sections 191 through 199), and state gas and liquid pipeline safety rules as defined by Washington Administrative Codes (WAC).
• Conducts compliance activities to include, but are not limited to, review of operation and maintenance manuals, operation and maintenance activities, evaluation of operator's design and operation of equipment, pipelines, pipeline pressure control and overpressure protection devices. This will involve fieldwork in remote locations for extended periods.
• Performs activities that include calculations of pressure relief capacity, safe operating pressures, corrosion control procedures to preserve integrity of steel pipe systems, odorization monitoring operation and maintenance plans, emergency plans and procedures to ensure public safety during an emergency.
• Compiles, prepares, enters, and updates records, data, reports and other information in program databases, files, and other storage media in order to document inspection and investigative findings.

Qualifications

The commission values diverse career paths and recognizes that competencies may be acquired through a combination of education, training, certifications, research, volunteer service, lived experience, military service, professional practice, or other demonstrated accomplishments.

Energy/Utilities Engineer 1 (E/UE1) In-Training Level Required Education, Experience, and Competencies:

• One (1) year of relevant work experience in federal and state enforcement of pipeline safety regulations including the design, construction, operation and maintenance of pipeline systems.

AND

The ability to meet the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Engineering and Technical Analysis: Learn and apply engineering principles, technical standards, and analytical methods to evaluate complex utility, energy, telecommunications, transportation, water, or infrastructure systems; learn to analyze engineering, operational, financial, or technical data and develop evidence-based conclusions and recommendations; and learn to evaluate system performance, reliability, safety, efficiency, and compliance with applicable requirements.
• Regulatory and Policy Analysis: Learn to interpret and apply statutes, regulations, tariffs, technical standards, policies, and industry practices; learn to assess the impacts of regulatory, operational, financial, or technical proposals on customers, regulated entities, and the public interest; and learn to develop clear recommendations that balance technical, economic, operational, and regulatory considerations.
• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Learn to identify complex problems, evaluate alternatives, and recommend practical solutions; learn to exercise sound professional judgment when analyzing incomplete, conflicting, or highly technical information; and learn to anticipate risks, consequences, and implementation challenges associated with proposed actions.
• Written and Oral Communication: Learn to communicate complex technical concepts and findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences; learn to prepare reports, testimony, recommendations, technical memoranda, presentations, or briefing materials that support decision-making; and learn to explain technical analyses and respond to questions from stakeholders, leadership, decision-makers, or the public.
• Project Leadership and Work Management: Learn to independently manage multiple projects or assignments while meeting deadlines and quality expectations; learn to plan, organize, prioritize, and coordinate work involving multiple stakeholders and competing priorities; and learn to lead technical workgroups, project teams, investigations, or cross-functional initiatives.
• Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement: Learn to build productive working relationships with colleagues, regulated entities, industry representatives, consultants, governmental partners, and members of the public; learn to facilitate discussions and work effectively with individuals holding diverse perspectives and interests; and learn to demonstrate professionalism, integrity, accountability, and respect in all interactions.
• Continuous Learning and Adaptability: Learn to maintain current knowledge of emerging technologies, industry practices, engineering methods, and regulatory developments; and learn to adapt to changing priorities, technologies, and organizational needs while maintaining high-quality work.

Energy/Utilities Engineer 2 (E/UE2) In-Training Level Required Education, Experience, and Competencies:

• Two (2) years of relevant work experience in federal and state enforcement of pipeline safety regulations including the design, construction, operation and maintenance of pipeline systems. This position typically will work in collaboration with a E/UE3 although may be assigned some independent work subject to approval of Chief Engineer.

AND

The ability to demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Engineering and Technical Analysis: Independently apply engineering principles, technical standards, and analytical methods to evaluate complex utility, energy, telecommunications, transportation, water, or infrastructure systems; independently analyze engineering, operational, financial, or technical data and develop evidence-based conclusions and recommendations; and independently evaluate system performance, reliability, safety, efficiency, and compliance with applicable requirements.
• Regulatory and Policy Analysis: Independently interpret and apply statutes, regulations, tariffs, technical standards, policies, and industry practices; independently assess the impacts of regulatory, operational, financial, or technical proposals on customers, regulated entities, and the public interest; and independently develop clear recommendations that balance technical, economic, operational, and regulatory considerations.
• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Independently identify complex problems, evaluate alternatives, and recommend practical solutions; independently exercise sound professional judgment when analyzing incomplete, conflicting, or highly technical information; and independently anticipate risks, consequences, and implementation challenges associated with proposed actions.
• Written and Oral Communication: Independently communicate complex technical concepts and findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences; independently prepare reports, testimony, recommendations, technical memoranda, presentations, or briefing materials that support decision-making; and independently explain technical analyses and respond to questions from stakeholders, leadership, decision-makers, or the public.
• Project Leadership and Work Management: Independently manage multiple projects or assignments while meeting deadlines and quality expectations; independently plan, organize, prioritize, and coordinate work involving multiple stakeholders and competing priorities; and independently lead technical work groups, project teams, investigations, or cross-functional initiatives.
• Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement: Independently build productive working relationships with colleagues, regulated entities, industry representatives, consultants, governmental partners, and members of the public; independently facilitate discussions and work effectively with individuals holding diverse perspectives and interest; and independently demonstrate professionalism, integrity, accountability, and respect in all interactions.
• Continuous Learning and Adaptability: Independently maintain current knowledge of emerging technologies, industry practices, engineering methods, and regulatory developments; and learn to adapt to changing priorities, technologies, and organizational needs while maintaining high-quality work.

Energy/Utilities Engineer 3 (E/UE3) Level Required Education, Experience, and Competencies:

• Three (3) years of relevant work experience in federal and state enforcement of pipeline safety regulations including the design, construction, operation and maintenance of pipeline systems.

AND

The ability to demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Engineering and Technical Analysis: Applies engineering principles, technical standards, and analytical methods to evaluate complex utility, energy, telecommunications, transportation, water, or infrastructure systems; analyzes engineering, operational, financial, or technical data and develop evidence-based conclusions and recommendations; and evaluates system performance, reliability, safety, efficiency, and compliance with applicable requirements.
• Regulatory and Policy Analysis: Interprets and applies statutes, regulations, tariffs, technical standards, policies, and industry practices; assesses the impacts of regulatory, operational, financial, or technical proposals on customers, regulated entities, and the public interest; and develops clear recommendations that balance technical, economic, operational, and regulatory considerations.
• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Identifies complex problems, evaluate alternatives, and recommend practical solutions; exercises sound professional judgment when analyzing incomplete, conflicting, or highly technical information; and anticipates risks, consequences, and implementation challenges associated with proposed actions.
• Written and Oral Communication: Communicates complex technical concepts and findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences; prepares reports, testimony, recommendations, technical memoranda, presentations, or briefing materials that support decision-making; and explains technical analyses and responds to questions from stakeholders, leadership, decision-makers, or the public.
• Project Leadership and Work Management: Independently manages multiple projects or assignments while meeting deadlines and quality expectations; plans, organizes, prioritizes, and coordinates work deliverables involving multiple stakeholders and competing priorities; and leads technical work groups, project teams, investigations, or cross-functional initiatives.
• Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement: Builds productive working relationships with colleagues, regulated entities, industry representatives, consultants, governmental partners, and members of the public; facilitates discussions and work effectively with individuals holding diverse perspectives and interests; and demonstrates professionalism, integrity, accountability, and respect in all interactions.
• Continuous Learning and Adaptability: Maintains current knowledge of emerging technologies, industry practices, engineering methods, and regulatory developments; and adapts to changing priorities, technologies, and organizational needs while maintaining high-quality work.

Demonstration of DEI Competencies:

• The ability to take action to learn and grow: Takes responsibility for knowing their own strengths and weaknesses and uses their learning to make government programs and processes more efficient and effective to serve all in Washington.
• The ability to take action to meet the needs of others: Flexible, adaptable, customer-service focused, and willing and able to empathetically respond to the unique needs of the people they work with and serve.

UTC Core Competencies:

• Accountability
• DEI Knowledge, Understanding, & Commitment
• Self-Awareness and Commitment to Growth
• Cultivating Mutually Beneficial and Trusting Strategic Partnerships
• Inclusive Excellence & Allyship
• Measuring Success and Improvement
• Customer Focus
• Results Focus
• Communication Skills
• Adaptability/Flexibility
• Self-Development
• Continuous Process Improvement

Preferred/Desired Qualifications:

E/UE1 and E/UE2 In-Training Levels

• Bachelors degree in engineering with a focus on mechanical, structural/civil, or related field from an accredited institution whose accreditation is recognized by the US Dept. of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or a foreign equivalent. Equivalent education or experience may be substituted for the degree on a year-for-year basis. "Equivalent education or experience" refers to a combination of college-level coursework or training and relevant technical experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform independent pipeline safety inspections and investigations.

E/UE3 Level

• Bachelors degree or higher in engineering with a focus on mechanical, structural/civil, or related field from an accredited institution whose accreditation is recognized by the US Dept. of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or a foreign equivalent. Equivalent education or experience may be substituted for the degree on a year-for-year basis. "Equivalent education or experience" refers to a combination of college-level coursework or training and relevant technical experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform independent pipeline safety inspections and investigations.
• Licensed professional engineer.
• Utility and Energy Industry Knowledge: Experience evaluating regulated utility systems. Knowledge of utility operations, infrastructure planning, system reliability, asset management, or emerging energy technologies.
• Regulatory and Public Utility Experience: Experience interpreting or applying utility regulations, tariffs, technical standards, industry guidelines, or public
• Technical and Economic Analysis: Experience conducting engineering, economic, financial, statistical, risk, or cost-benefit analyses to support decision-making. Experience evaluating utility investments, capital projects, rate impacts, resource planning, or operational performance.
• Communication and Influence: Experience preparing technical reports, recommendations, presentations, testimony, briefing materials, or other decision-support documents. Experience presenting technical information to leadership, decision-makers, stakeholders, or public audiences.
• Project Leadership: Experience leading complex technical projects, multidisciplinary teams, investigations, or cross-functional initiatives. Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities while delivering high-quality work products.
• Data and Analytical Tools: Experience using engineering, modeling, forecasting, statistical, GIS, database, or data visualization tools to support analysis and recommendations.
• Professional Development: Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional learning through education, training, certifications, professional licensure, industry participation, military service, apprenticeships, or other relevant experiences

Supplemental Information

READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION COMPLETELY:

• This position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).
• The successful incumbent must complete the following training:
• Must attend and successfully complete all federal PHMSA training and certifications within three (3) years of completing the first (initial) course. Successful completion of the core curriculum is required to be an E/UE3. Incumbent will be in an E/UE 2 in-training position until successful completion of core curriculum.
• Must maintain Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPPER) and annual refresher course.
• TheRCW 80.01.020 limits the UTCs ability to employ any person who owns stock in any company the UTC regulates or is otherwise financially interested in such company. Such interests include those of an employees spouse.
• UTC does not use E-Verify. Therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov.

If you have gotten this far and are thinking you do not qualify, consider again! Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At the UTC, we are dedicated to building a diverse and authentic workplace centered in belonging. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may just be the candidate needed for this or other roles.

All information may be verified; additional documentation may be required. Candidates may be disqualified if the education and/or work experience does not include information used to meet the minimum qualifications of the job.

The UTC is an equal opportunity employer. We want to make sure you have an equal opportunity to join our team. Our commitment is making sure current and future employees are treated fairly and equally without regard to age, sex (including gender identity), race, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, or religious or political affiliation.

Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format may contact humanresources@utc.wa.gov. For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.

Veterans Preference

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Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference should attach to their application a copy of their redacted DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as Social Security numbers. For further information, contact UTC Human Resources at humanresources@utc.wa.gov.

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More than Just a Paycheck!

Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. Thats why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read about our benefits:

The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits

Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation

State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security

All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays

Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave

Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)

Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.

Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave

Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave

Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave

Leave Sharing

Parental Leave

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 01-07-2026

01

Have you attached the required materials for consideration to your application? This includes your letter of interest, chronological resume, and three (3) professional references, one (1) being your current or most recent supervisor. Failure to attach the requested materials may result in your application being marked incomplete.

• Yes, I have attached a cover letter, resume, and provided three (3) professional references with a current or recent supervisor, as indicated.
• No, I have not attached a cover letter and a resume. I understand my application may be marked incomplete.

02

Which statement best represents how you meet the qualifications for the position?

• I do not possess the required qualifications as described but am willing to learn.
• Energy/Utilities Engineer 1 In-Training Level: I have one (1) year of related work experience in federal and state enforcement of pipeline safety regulations including the design, construction, operation and maintenance of pipeline systems.
• Energy/Utilities Engineer 2 In-Training Level: I have two (2) years of related work experience in federal and state enforcement of pipeline safety regulations including the design, construction, operation and maintenance of pipeline systems.
• Energy/Utilities Engineer 3 Level: I have three (3) years of related work experience in federal and state enforcement of pipeline safety regulations including the design, construction, operation and maintenance of pipeline systems.

03

Please briefly describe how you gained your experience related to question two (2). Please provide dates, agency/company, and position/role held. Please indicate N/A if none.

04

Please select all of the statements below that apply to you.

• I have a degree in engineering with a focus on mechanical, structural/civil, or related field from an accredited institution whose accreditation is recognized by the US Dept. of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or a foreign equivalent. Or I have equivalent education or experience substituting for the degree on a year-for-year basis. "Equivalent education or experience" refers to a combination of college-level coursework or training and relevant technical experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform independent pipeline safety inspections and investigations.
• I am a licensed professional engineer.
• I have advanced experience in and/or knowledge of evaluating regulated utility systems, utility operations, infrastructure planning, system reliability, asset management, or emerging energy technologies.
• I have advanced experience in interpreting utility regulations, tariffs, technical standards, industry guidelines or public utilities.
• I am highly proficient in conducting engineering, economic, financial, statistical, risk, or cost-benefit analyses to support decision-making and evaluating utility investments, capital projects, rate impacts, resource planning, or operational performance.
• I have advanced experience preparing technical reports, recommendations, presentations, testimony, briefing materials, or other support documents.
• I am proficient in presenting technical information to leadership, decision-makers, stakeholders, or public audiences.
• I have direct experience leading complex technical projects, multidisciplinary teams, investigations, or cross-functional initiatives, while managing competing priorities and delivering high-quality work products.
• I can demonstrate using engineering, modeling, forecasting, statistical, GIS, database, or data visualization tools to support analysis and recommendations.
• I have consistently committed to ongoing professional learning through education, training, certifications, professional licensure, industry participation, military service, apprenticeships, or other relevant experiences.
• None of these statements apply to me.

05

Which of the following best describes your level of experience or knowledge applying engineering principles, technical standards, and analytical methods to evaluate complex utility, energy, transportation, water, or infrastructure systems; analyzing engineering, operational, or technical data and develop evidence-based conclusions and recommendations; and evaluating system performance, reliability, safety, efficiency, and compliance with applicable requirements?

• I do not have experience in any of the areas listed in the question above.
• EMERGING: New area of learning, developing baseline understanding. Work is in one specialty area. Supervisor or lead provides daily oversight of work activities; advice and assistance is readily available to assist in completing assignments or tasks. Uses established guidelines and brings new issues to higher-level staff for direction or resolution.
• DEVELOPING: Baseline understanding of area of responsibility, developing depth of knowledge and practical application. Work is primarily in one specialty area. devise and assistance is available as needed. Review of work may be frequent but not usually detailed, emphasis is on quality of completed assignments. Uses established guidelines and brings recommendations to higher-level staff for direction or resolution.
• PROFICIENT: Fully competent working knowledge of principles, concepts and methodology for all assignments. Work assignments require knowledge of all or most program components. Receives broad instruction, advice is available upon request. Review of work usually emphasizes accomplishment of unit goals and performance measures. Derives methods and processes to analyze and evaluate problems using established solutions and best practice models and strategies.
• STRONG: Advanced knowledge of principles, concepts and practices. Work involves integration of all program components and awareness of impact of decisions on business processes, organizational strategy, internal/external stakeholders, and partner organizations. Advice and assistance is limited to the accomplishment of broad objectives and policies. Completed work is reviewed for adherence to program goals, objectives, budgetary limitations, and compliance with employer policies, laws and regulations. Ability to work independently on all levels of assignment and provide guidance to lower-level staff on complex issues. Devises methods, processes, guidance, policies. Serves as subject matter expert for program.

06

For the question above, please explain how you obtained the described level of experience. If applicable, provide dates, agency/company, and position/role held. Please indicate N/A if none.

07

Which of the following best describes your level of experience or knowledge identifying complex problems, evaluating alternatives, and recommending practical solutions; exercising sound professional judgment when analyzing incomplete, conflicting, or highly technical information; and anticipating risks, consequences, and implementation challenges associated with proposed actions?

• I do not have experience in any of the areas listed in the question above.
• EMERGING: New area of learning, developing baseline understanding. Work is in one specialty area. Supervisor or lead provides daily oversight of work activities; advice and assistance is readily available to assist in completing assignments or tasks. Uses established guidelines and brings new issues to higher-level staff for direction or resolution.
• DEVELOPING: Baseline understanding of area of responsibility, developing depth of knowledge and practical application. Work is primarily in one specialty area. devise and assistance is available as needed. Review of work may be frequent but not usually detailed, emphasis is on quality of completed assignments. Uses established guidelines and brings recommendations to higher-level staff for direction or resolution.
• PROFICIENT: Fully competent working knowledge of principles, concepts and methodology for all assignments. Work assignments require knowledge of all or most program components. Receives broad instruction, advice is available upon request. Review of work usually emphasizes accomplishment of unit goals and performance measures. Derives methods and processes to analyze and evaluate problems using established solutions and best practice models and strategies.
• STRONG: Advanced knowledge of principles, concepts and practices. Work involves integration of all program components and awareness of impact of decisions on business processes, organizational strategy, internal/external stakeholders, and partner organizations. Advice and assistance is limited to the accomplishment of broad objectives and policies. Completed work is reviewed for adherence to program goals, objectives, budgetary limitations, and compliance with employer policies, laws and regulations. Ability to work independently on all levels of assignment and provide guidance to lower-level staff on complex issues. Devises methods, processes, guidance, policies. Serves as subject matter expert for program.

08

For the question above, please explain how you obtained the described level of experience. If applicable, provide dates, agency/company, and position/role held. Please indicate N/A if none.

09

Which of the following best describes your level of experience or knowledge communicating complex technical concepts and findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences; preparing reports, testimony, recommendations, technical memoranda, presentations, or briefing materials that support decision-making; and explaining technical analyses and respond to questions from stakeholders, leadership, decision-makers, or the public?

• I do not have experience in any of the areas listed in the question above.
• EMERGING: New area of learning, developing baseline understanding. Work is in one specialty area. Supervisor or lead provides daily oversight of work activities; advice and assistance is readily available to assist in completing assignments or tasks. Uses established guidelines and brings new issues to higher-level staff for direction or resolution.
• DEVELOPING: Baseline understanding of area of responsibility, developing depth of knowledge and practical application. Work is primarily in one specialty area. devise and assistance is available as needed. Review of work may be frequent but not usually detailed, emphasis is on quality of completed assignments. Uses established guidelines and brings recommendations to higher-level staff for direction or resolution.
• PROFICIENT: Fully competent working knowledge of principles, concepts and methodology for all assignments. Work assignments require knowledge of all or most program components. Receives broad instruction, advice is available upon request. Review of work usually emphasizes accomplishment of unit goals and performance measures. Derives methods and processes to analyze and evaluate problems using established solutions and best practice models and strategies.
• STRONG: Advanced knowledge of principles, concepts and practices. Work involves integration of all program components and awareness of impact of decisions on business processes, organizational strategy, internal/external stakeholders, and partner organizations. Advice and assistance is limited to the accomplishment of broad objectives and policies. Completed work is reviewed for adherence to program goals, objectives, budgetary limitations, and compliance with employer policies, laws and regulations. Ability to work independently on all levels of assignment and provide guidance to lower-level staff on complex issues. Devises methods, processes, guidance, policies. Serves as subject matter expert for program.

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For the question above, please explain how you obtained the described level of experience. If applicable, provide dates, agency/company, and position/role held. Please indicate N/A if none.

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