Design and support natural gas infrastructure projects including distribution mains, transmission pipelines, metering/regulating facilities, site and trenchless designs, permit/spec preparation, cost estimating, construction plan development, on-site observations, client coordination, and proposal assistance.
What We Offer:
Our excellent salary and benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, education reimbursement, 401(k), performance bonuses, and an employee stock program. Employee Resource Groups and Programs offered include the Young Professionals Group, Women at Wade Trim, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Professional Development, Leadership Development, Mentor Program, Sustainability Program, and Wellness Program.
Position Description:
We are looking for a Natural Gas Engineer to join our ICE Team to improve infrastructure in our Southern offices. The candidate must have a bachelor's degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering, and two to ten years of similar work experience. Experience with natural gas and other utilities is preferred. The candidate must also be self-motivated, work well with others, and have excellent writing, organizational, and communication skills. A flexible hybrid-remote work schedule is available after 30 days of employment.
Typical responsibilities include:
- Design various natural gas projects including distribution mains, transmission pipelines, metering & regulating facilities as well as launcher/receiver assemblies.
- Perform civil site design, trenchless installation design, utility conflict analysis, and traffic control plan design.
- Prepare design reports and construction plans using client, local, state, or other applicable standards.
- Coordinate preparation of specifications and permit submittals.
- Prepare preliminary project cost estimates and evaluate quantities.
- Document design changes and communications.
- Conduct on-site observations as needed.
- Prepare project status and other reports.
- Assist in the preparation of proposals.
- Assist Project Managers as needed.
- Attend client, public, project, and staff meetings including client progress, plan review, preconstruction, etc.
- Attend seminars and/or training classes.
- Maintain excellent client relations.
- Maintain a safe working environment.
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering required
Skills/Experience:
- 2-10 years of experience is required.
- Experience with natural gas or other utilities preferred.
- Experience with AutoDesk Civil 3D is preferred.
- Experience with Engineering based programs (GasCalc, Pipeline Toolbox, BoreAid, and other similiar engineering software) is preferred.
About Wade Trim:
Wade Trim is committed to maximizing the value of infrastructure investments. We’ve been solving complex engineering challenges for a century. We customize our work approach to fit each project using a collaborative, friendly style to deliver solutions our clients can stand behind.
Our supportive culture recognizes and strives to fulfill collective client, company, and individual needs. Mentoring and building skills of Wade Trim staff is a priority. Frequent interaction among staff is encouraged, company leadership is easily accessible, and opportunities are provided for staff to help shape the firm’s future through strategic planning. Work/life balance is supported through a flexible, hybrid work schedule that brings team members together in the office at least three days a week and connects them virtually when working from home.
To solve our clients’ toughest challenges, we’ve devoted ourselves to delivering innovative solutions. Our Office of Applied Technology (OAT) is dedicated to seeking new technologies or ways to apply existing technologies to enhance value to our clients and positively impact communities. All staff are encouraged to share ideas and suggestions for innovative technologies or processes to adopt. This open-minded approach enables us to advance technology, foster innovation, and stay ahead of our clients’ needs.
Wade Trim’s success is shared by the employees that make it happen. Since our beginning, our firm has been 100% employee owned. This cultivates an ownership mindset that benefits our work approach, collaborative culture, and ability to deliver client solutions. We believe employee ownership drives the sustainability and growth of our firm and provides all our employees with opportunities for financial success.
If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in a friendly environment, please submit your resume by visiting the Careers section of our website at http://www.wadetrim.com/careers.
Wade Trim does not accept unsolicited resumes, candidate profiles, or CVs from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. Any submission made without a valid, signed agreement and an approved engagement request from Wade Trim’s People Services Team will be considered the property of Wade Trim. Wade Trim reserves the right to pursue and hire any candidate submitted through unsolicited means without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. A valid agreement can only be signed by the Director of People Services. Resumes or candidate profiles submitted at the request of a Wade Trim employee who is not authorized by the People Services team do not constitute a valid engagement. Recruiters and agencies must have a current, written agreement authorized by the Director of People Services to be considered an approved vendor.
Wade Trim is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
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