Natural Gas Engineer - #2713.15

Wade Trim; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid work schedule

Employee stock program

401(k) plan

Performance bonuses

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Wade Trim is looking for a Natural Gas Engineer to join the ICE Team in Austin, Texas. The role requires a Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering along with 2 to 10 years of relevant experience. Key responsibilities include designing natural gas projects and preparing project reports.

The position encourages a flexible hybrid work model after an initial employment period, supporting work/life balance and innovative solutions for infrastructure challenges.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering is required.
• 2-10 years of experience required.
• Experience with natural gas or other utilities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design various natural gas projects including distribution mains and transmission pipelines.
• Prepare design reports and construction plans using applicable standards.
• Conduct on-site observations as needed.

Skills

Natural gas expertise

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

AutoDesk Civil 3D

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

GasCalc

Pipeline Toolbox

BoreAid

Job description

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, Rotation Program, 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.

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