**Job Summary** This position is responsible for optimizing electric asset health and performance in the NIPSCO electric plan that maximizes asset value and delivers strategic objectives through active management of NIPSCO's electric assets' life cycle. This position also reviews and assesses asset risks to improve the safety and reliability of the Electric System. **Essential Functions** + Promotes and assures safe working environment and public safety. + Work in conjunction with Electric Reliability, Planning, Engineering, Budgeting, Regulatory, Legal, Operations, and other NIPSCO departments in developing regulatory filings around NIPSCO’s implementation of its long-term system plans, including TDSIC. + Assist department in developing and maintaining NIPSCO’s asset management strategy for wood poles, transformers, circuit breakers, underground cable, steel towers, batteries, and other major electric assets. + Assist in updating and maintaining substation and line assets in NIPSCO’s enterprise asset management software programs including Cascade. + Monitor and evaluate industry publications to identify asset practices and trends that could benefit NIPSCO in its asset management implementation/practices. + Participate in specific, cross-functional, short-term, problem-solving teams that draw on the diversity of members to improve the safety and reliability of NIPSCO’s electrical assets and processes. + Communicate with engineering and operating departments to confirm knowledge of standard processes, methods, designs, and practices. + Is available to assist in the storm restoration process where needed. Associate Engineer **Required Qualifications For Position** + Bachelor's Degree in an ABET-accredited engineering or engineering technology program + Able to pass DOT random drug testing + Validate driver's license + Demonstrated ability to work well in team environment + Strong communication and interpersonal skills + DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State Upon Hire Engineer 1 **Required Qualifications For Position** + Graduate from a four year ABET accredited program with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Engineering Technology + 1 + years of relevant job experience + Understanding of basic practices of researching technical design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations and preparing and presenting recommendations + Ability to read/interpret drawings/standards to analyze/solve problems + Understanding of risk management tools and analysis, including the development and interpretation of equipment-specific models. + Knowledge of substation and line equipment and operation. + Knowledge of substation and line equipment inspections and maintenance cycles. Ability to identify equipment operating trends and make recommendations for maintenance activities. + Understanding of substation and line diagnostics and reliability assessments. + Understanding of asset management and operations support systems including Cascade, GIS, and Maximo. + Ability to read and interpret T&D Line and Substation Single Line Diagrams. + Leads multi-departmental teams to solve reliability, material, or operational issues. + Ability to perform duties under close supervision + Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills. + Ability to effectively interact with customers, contractors, and various company operational and technical groups. Possess organizational and planning skills + Demonstrated leadership + Skilled in principles of project management + DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State Upon Hire Engineer 2 **Required Qualifications For Position** + Graduate from a four year ABET accredited program with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Engineering Technology + 2+ years of job relevant experience + Increased understanding of risk management tools and analysis, including the development and interpretation of equipment-specific models. + Increased knowledge of substation and line equipment and operation. + Increased knowledge of substation and line equipment inspections and maintenance cycles. Ability to identify equipment operating trends and make recommendations for maintenance activities. + Increased understanding of substation and line diagnostics and reliability assessments. + Increased understanding of asset management and operations support systems including Cascade, GIS, and Maximo. + Proficient in reading and interpreting T&D Line and Substation Single Line Diagrams + Leads multi-departmental teams to solve reliability, material, or operational issues. + Understanding of risk management tools and analysis, including the development and interpretation of equipment-specific models. + Ability to perform duties under close supervision + Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills. + Ability to effectively interact with customers, contractors, and various company operational and technical groups. Possess organizational and planning skills. + Skilled in principles of project management + Working knowledge of operations support systems, Cascade, iTOA, EMS, Maximo, Work Management, GIS, CIS, NMS, CYME + DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State Upon Hire Engineer 3 **​** **Required Qualifications For Position** + 3+ years of job relevant electric utility experience and a graduate from a four year ABET accredited program with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Engineering Technology. + Understanding of risk management tools and analysis, including the development and interpretation of equipment-specific models. + Proficient in knowledge of substation and line equipment and operation. + Proficient knowledge of substation and line equipment inspections and maintenance cycles. Ability to identify equipment operating trends and make recommendations for maintenance activities. + Proficient understanding of substation and line diagnostics and reliability assessments. + Proficient understanding of asset management and operations support systems including Cascade, GIS, and Maximo. + Proficient in reading and interpreting T&D Line and Substation Single Line Diagrams. + Leads multi-departmental teams to solve reliability, material, or operational issues. + Proficient in engineering/technical theories and principles + Proficient in dealing with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds + Proficient in written and oral communication skills + Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision + Demonstrated leadership + Skilled in principles of project management + Proficient knowledge of operations support systems, Cascade, iTOA, EMS, Maximo, Work Management, GIS, CIS, NMS, CYME + DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State Upon Hire Senior Engineer **Required Qualifications For Position** + Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology Degree from an ABET accredited program + 5+ years of relevant electric utility experience + All of the qualifications for Engineer III including + Expert knowledge of substation and line equipment and operation. + Expert knowledge of substation and line equipment inspections and maintenance cycles. Ability to identify equipment operating trends and make recommendations for maintenance activities. + Expert understanding of substation and line diagnostics and reliability assessments. + Expert understanding and ability to make changes to asset management and operations support systems including Cascade, GIS, and Maximo. + Uses advanced knowledge of Substation and Line equipment to recommend changes in materials, construction, and maintenance. + Recommends changes in maintenance procedures and intervals based on advanced equipment knowledge and understanding. + Ability to perform duties with increased latitude for un-reviewed work. Leads multi-departmental teams to solve complex reliability, material, or operational issues. + Proficient in principles of project management + Understanding of basic principles of project management + Proficient knowledge of operations support systems, Cascade, iTOA, EMS, Maximo, Work Management, GIS, CIS, NMS, CYME + DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State Upon Hire **Work Authorization** Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. **Inclusion & Diversity** Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners. Respect and take into consideration diversity within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represent all walks of life and all backgrounds. Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment. **Equal Employment Opportunity** NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle. **By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities.** **Safety Statement** Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits. **Salary Range:** $67,900.00 - $140,700.00 **Posting Start Date:** 2025-02-10 **Posting End Date (if applicable):** 2025-02-24 **Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.** At NiSource, you'll be part of the team serving nearly four million customers throughout the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic, who count on us to energize their homes and businesses. Whether speaking with customers by phone, analyzing financial data or installing new gas lines in a neighborhood, you’ll meet exciting challenges each day and make the most of your skills and talents. And you’ll be part of a company that was named by Forbes magazine as one of America’s Best Large Employers. We're looking for talent from all backgrounds. We invite candidates of all abilities to come as they are and do what they love. Through our years of successful growth, we’ve stayed true to our roots by making a difference in the lives of millions of our customers. If you’re interested in joining an inclusive, innovative company that fosters opportunity for growth, NiSource might be the place for you.