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Delta Utilities · 22 hours ago

Manager, Gas Measurement (SCADA & Data Integrity)

New Orleans, LA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Delta Utilities is a natural gas utility headquartered in New Orleans that provides safe, reliable natural gas services across Louisiana and Mississippi. The Measurement Manager is responsible for overseeing gas measurement functions, SCADA data acquisition, and ensuring regulatory data integrity across the organization’s gas distribution systems while leading a multidisciplinary team and interfacing with various stakeholders.

Customer ServiceEnergyNatural ResourcesOil and Gas

Hiring Manager

Tommie Miers, MBA, SHRM-CP

Responsibilities

Serve as the enterprise-wide subject matter expert on gas measurement and SCADA data integrity, advising senior leadership on compliance exposure and risk mitigation strategies

Lead strategic planning for system upgrades, regulatory adaptation, and long-term data integrity initiatives

Represent the company in regulatory audits, industry working groups, and technology evaluations

Oversee vendor relationships and capital planning related to measurement and SCADA infrastructure

Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team of Leads and Analysts across Measurement, and Data Acquisition functions and supports compliance activities

Set departmental goals and KPIs, align team priorities with corporate strategy, and ensure accountability for performance

Foster a high-performing culture that emphasizes continuous improvement, cross-functional collaboration, and technical excellence

Ensure all gas measurement data (~400 transportation customers and all purchase volumes) is accurately captured, validated, and stored in the measurement system

Oversee the monthly measurement close process and ensure audit readiness for all custody transfer data

Ensure integrity and traceability of contractual volumes, billing data, and regulatory reports

Oversee real-time data collection from MV90, eLynx, and SCADA systems

Ensure seamless integration of field data into enterprise measurement and SCADA platforms

Support field device integration and troubleshooting in coordination with MIC Technicians

Maintain system reliability and data integrity through proactive monitoring and issue resolution

Collaborate with IT and Field Operations to ensure robust field device integration, proactive issue resolution, and long-term system performance

Supports the processes for Lost and Unaccounted for Gas (LUFG) reporting

Ensure full compliance with PHMSA, FERC, DOT, TSA, and applicable state requirements

Lead documentation and response processes for internal and external regulatory audits

Maintain meter calibration records and ensure alignment with API 21.1, AGA, and other industry standards

Support compliance audits, reporting, and documentation processes

Support internal and external inspections and audits

Provide leadership over the processes related to measurement, compliance, and data acquisition

Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance data accuracy, system performance, and regulatory compliance

Collaborate cross-functionally with Gas Supply, Operations, IT, and Legal to support business objectives

Manages regulatory compliance and audit readiness

Ensures meter calibration and reporting accuracy

Oversees gas measurement data validation and measurement system integrity

Coordinates with Compliance and Data Acquisition to resolve data issues

Manages real-time data collection and SCADA system performance

Supports field device integration and troubleshooting

Qualification

Gas measurement standardsSCADA systemsRegulatory complianceData modelingAnalytics toolsFlow measurement technologiesMeasurement systemsContinuous improvementLeadershipCollaborationCommunicationProblem-solvingMentoring

Required

Bachelor's degree in engineering, Natural Sciences, Information Systems, or a related technical field or 4 plus years of relevant experience

5 plus years' experience in gas measurement, SCADA systems, regulatory compliance, utility operations or related field

Knowledge of gas measurement standards, SCADA protocols, and federal/state regulatory frameworks

Proficiency in data modeling, analytics, and visualization platforms (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Microsoft Fabric) to analyze measurement trends, system performance, and compliance metrics

Understanding of gas supply chain economics, nominations, imbalance management, and measurement's impact on settlements and revenue assurance

Deep expertise in flow measurement technologies (e.g., ultrasonic, turbine, and orifice meters) and calibration practices in accordance with AGA and API standards

Experience with measurement systems such as Flow-Cal, PGAS, Quorum, or similar, and with automation tools (Python, Power Automate, or Excel macros)