Network Analysis Specialist II

Network Analysis Specialist II

The Network Analysis Specialist II is responsible for maintaining and enhancing the accuracy of hydraulic models used to support gas distribution system planning and operations. This role updates models to reflect system changes and customer load additions, validates model performance against real-world field data, and partners with engineering and operations teams to ensure models are trusted, accurate tools for decision-making.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Update hydraulic models to incorporate facility additions or changes and customer loads.
• Periodically validate models using actual observed system performance measurements (i.e. pressure, flow).
• Sequence and extract completed GIS jobs for incorporation into the hydraulic model.
• Review validated models with area engineering and local operations to ensure accuracy and increase buy-in from key stakeholders.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Manipulation of GIS data and databases to update Synergi models.
• General understanding of gas pipeline flow.
• Familiarity with GIS and modeling software such as Small world, ESRI (ArcGIS), Synergi Gas, and Customer Management Module (CMM).
• Proficiency with various MS Office applications.
• Analytical and troubleshoot skills.
• Technical writing skills.

Education and Experience:

Associate Degree in GIS, Engineering or related field and/or a working knowledge and experience with GIS or modeling technology. One to two years' work experience in a utility or GIS position preferred.

UGI Utilities, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, disability, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other legally protected class in its practices. Successful applicants shall be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment, and if hired, shall be subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with UGI policies.

As a federal contractor that engages in safety-sensitive work, UGI cannot permit employees in certain positions to use medical marijuana, even if prescribed by an authorized physician. Similarly, applicants for such positions who are actively using medical marijuana may be denied hire on that basis.