Engineer I
Chesapeake Utilities9 months ago
Rockledge, FL, United States
Hybrid
Full-time
Beginner Level (< 1 year)
Job Description
Position Overview
Location: Hybrid - supporting our Delaware or Florida locations
The Engineer I oversees the design, development, and management of natural gas pipeline and station projects. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams including Project Management, Construction, and Operations to ensure compliance with design codes (CFR, FERC, PHMSA, DOT, etc.) and support effective decision-making on low-complexity projects up to $10MM.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and manage the internal and third-party design of natural gas pipeline and station projects.
- Perform material sizing, flow calculations, pipe sizing; and prepare equipment specifications, requisitions, sketches, and drawings.
- Analyze equipment quotes and assist with contractor proposal review and selection.
- Specify and order pipes, valves, and equipment.
- Collaborate with project teams to monitor engineering design progress.
- Manage permit applications and track their status.
- Review final construction drawing packages with operations, project management, and construction teams, and approve them for scheduling and construction.
- Assist in the development of engineering scoping documents.
- Participate in, and occasionally lead, engineering meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
- Support project bidding, bid evaluation, and contract award processes.
Required Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
- Entry-level engineer; recent college graduate.
- Valid Driver's License.
- Understanding of engineering principles along with construction, maintenance, and operations practices.
- Proficiency in general business practices including the Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to review engineering plans and understand permit requirements.
Benefits & Perks
- Flexible work arrangement
- Competitive base salary
- Fantastic opportunities for career growth
- Cooperative, supportive, and empowered team atmosphere
- Annual bonus and salary increase opportunities
- Monthly recognition events
- Wellness initiatives and community events
- Robust and customizable benefit packages including generous 401k, medical, dental, and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and compensated volunteer hours
- Paid time off, holidays, and a separate bank of sick time
Required Skills
Equipment Specification and Sizing
Engineering Project Management
Technical Drawings and Sketching
Engineering Calculations
Permit Application Management
Natural Gas Pipeline & Station Design
Cross-Functional Collaboration