Construction Engineer - Lewistown

Make Choteau Home; Lewistown (MT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match up to 4%

Healthcare and wellbeing programs (d

Life Insurance (Company pays basic)

Continuing education reimbursement

Competitive pay and annual incentive

Paid volunteer opportunities

Paid parental leave

Paid bereavement leave

Paid training opportunities

Paid time off + 11 holidays

Job summary

NorthWestern Energy is seeking a Distribution Construction Engineer to provide engineering support for gas and electric growth, extensions, and relocations. You will design facilities, supervise crews, perform analyses, and compile technical reports while maintaining safety and compliance.

Responsibilities include field investigations, route surveys, budget support, and up to 15% travel. A B.S. in Engineering is required; PE license is preferred, with 15% travel anticipated.

Qualifications

• Must have a B.S. degree in Engineering.
• Ability to obtain a Professional Engineer's License is preferred.
• Working knowledge and experience in construction and design preferred.
• Experience with SAP, line design and DDS preferred.
• Knowledge of International Fuel Gas Code, NESC, NEC, and the DOT. Part 191 and 192 is preferred.
• General understanding of survey and inspection techniques and microprocessor-based equipment preferred.
• Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record.
• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
• Get Into Energy - Energy Industry Fundamental 2.0 certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for gas and electric growth, expansion projects, extensions, rebuilds, relocations.
• Design electric and/or natural gas facilities following the Capital Business Processes.
• Supervise projects and oversee contract and company construction crews.
• Perform engineering analysis, drawing, spreadsheets, and database compilations.
• Compile and write technical reports.
• Respond to customers' needs by performing field investigations.
• Survey and inspect routes.
• Ensure cost estimates meet company standards and tariffs.
• Assist to develop project-specific capital budgets.
• Assist and closely work with the Division operations.
• Complete periodic on-call after-hours duties and reside in the greater metro area.
• Maintain regular, reliable attendance per policy.
• Adhere to safety standards and Code of Business Conduct & Ethics.
• Travel up to 15%.

Skills

Construction & design experience

Field investigations

Survey & inspection techniques

Safety mindset

Project supervision

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

SAP

DDS

Job description

About this position:

The Distribution Construction Engineer provides engineering support for gas and electric growth, expansion projects, extensions, rebuilds, relocations, and assists with operating electric and natural gas utilities.

We offer great benefits:

NorthWestern Energy is a fully regulated electric and natural gas utility serving Montana, South Dakota and Nebraska. We employ over 1,600 amazing people and serve over 800,000 customers who are our neighbors in our communities. We are a top employer and offer competitive benefits, including:

• 401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%
• Healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents, Health Savings Account (HSA), healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Programs (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents to include financial heath)
• Life Insurance (Company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available)
• Continuing education reimbursement
• Competitive pay (Scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities.)
• Paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities
• Paid parental leave
• Paid bereavement leave
• Paid training opportunities
• Paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays

Benefits may vary by position or as negotiated as part of a collective bargaining agreement.

About this job:

• Provide engineering support for gas and electric growth, expansion projects, extensions, rebuilds, relocations, and assists with operating electric and natural gas utilities
• Design electric and/or natural gas facilities following the Capital Business Processes
• Supervise projects and oversee contract and company construction crews
• Perform computer related functions such as engineering analysis, drawing, spreadsheets, and database compilations
• Compile and write technical reports
• Respond to customers' needs by performing field investigations
• Survey and inspect routes
• Ensure that cost estimates meet company standards and current tariffs
• Assist to develop project-specific capital budgets
• Assist and closely work the Division operations
• Complete periodic on-call after-hours duties; this requires the individual to reside in the greater metro area; includes response to emergency situations and calling personnel out for after-hours activities
• The ability to maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance is an essential function of this position, consistent with applicable laws and reasonable accommodation requirements
• All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
• Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives
• Up to 15% travel

Am I right for this job? Here's the success profile:

• Must have a B.S. degree in Engineering (December 2026 grads encouraged to apply)
• Ability to obtain a Professional Engineer's License is preferred
• Working knowledge and experience in construction and design preferred
• Experience with SAP, line design and DDS preferred
• Knowledge of International Fuel Gas Code, NESC, NEC, and the DOT. Part 191 and 192 is preferred
• General understanding of survey and inspection techniques and microprocessor-based equipment preferred
• Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record
• Get Into Energy - Energy Industry Fundamental 2.0 certification is a plus (click the link to certify at no cost)