Design Technician I - Monongahela

Peoples Natural Gas; Monongahela, El Cajon (PA, CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking energy provider as a Design Technical Specialist I, where you'll engage in exciting engineering projects and contribute to the delivery of reliable energy services. This entry-level position offers a unique opportunity to grow your skills in project management and design while working in a supportive environment. You'll be involved in various technical office and field duties, from assisting with engineering layouts to ensuring compliance with safety regulations. If you're detail-oriented and eager to make a significant impact in the natural gas industry, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Annual Bonus Program

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Vacation

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in natural gas or underground pipeline projects.
• Valid driver's license to operate company vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Assist with layout and design engineering work for gas operations.
• Maintain databases and perform fieldwork related to gas facilities.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Analytical Skills

Project Management

Education

Associate's Degree in Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

About Us

At Peoples, we are more than just an energy provider. We are a company that is truly passionate about serving our customers. Peoples Natural Gas is an energy company in Pennsylvania, providing Western Pennsylvania with clean, safe and reliable natural gas for more than 130 years and has a combined workforce of almost 1,300 employees. Peoples has been a committed partner and leader in the natural gas industry, currently providing reliable energy to more than 700,000 customers. Our mission of Making Lives Better is redefining the way we serve our customers. We are committed to being an environmental leader utilizing technology and innovation to create cleaner, more reliable energy sources. Our employees are rewarded with the opportunity for advancement and to gain experience in a variety of interesting roles. We offer a competitive salary, annual bonus program and a comprehensive benefits package, which includes medical, dental and vision coverage, vacation, paid holidays, sick pay, life insurance, LTD insurance, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement and much more. Peoples is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer dedicated to building a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce. We strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons, regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other status protected by law.

Job Summary

What You'll Do: The Design Technical Specialist I position offers an exciting career opportunity in the Engineering and Operations Division at Peoples Natural Gas. This position performs various technical office and field duties related to the gas operations and gas facilities necessary to supply or maintain the required energy service delivery within a distribution area.

1. Assist with layout and design engineering work for construction, repairs, or site modifications.
2. Maintain informational databases, records, general data archives, or files using technical software, including AutoCad drawings.
3. Perform field work such as measuring accurately with tape or wheel, taking basic field notes, driving locating stakes, minor right-of-way clearing, and other similar tasks.
4. Provide administrative assistance or technical advice related to fieldwork needs, such as (but not limited to) permits, database entries, materials requests, map plotting, applications, gas availability, etc.
5. Respond, with guidance, to calls from field crews, customers, external groups, etc., requiring gas operations information.
6. Prepare cost estimates and determine cost-effective methods of project completion.
7. Ensure compliance with company, federal, and state codes.
8. Actively participate in safety and training activities or equipment use and repairs.
9. Participate in audits, meetings, briefings, etc., with internal and external individuals or groups.

What You'll Love: This position is ideal for entry-level engineers looking to build their skill set, grow within the company, and make a strong impact in a fascinating industry! The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritize competing deadlines. Are you looking for a career to enhance your engineering abilities, particularly in project management and design, where you can expand your skillset and use your analytical disposition and impeccable attention to detail? Let's talk!

This position will support our Southern Region.

Basic Qualifications

What You'll Bring:

1. Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.
2. 1+ years of relatable experience, preferably in natural gas or underground pipeline projects.
3. Valid driver's license (to operate Peoples Company Vehicles).

This position is considered a covered function regulated by 49 CFR Parts 192 (the pipeline safety rules) and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing. Peoples Natural Gas is committed as an equal opportunity employer. To maintain the integrity of the recruitment process and to avoid real or perceived conflicts of interest due to employment and/or assignment of family members and personal referrals, specific guidelines apply to the hiring and assignment of these individuals including, but not limited to:

• Family members cannot result in a supervisor/subordinate reporting relationship.
• Family members cannot work in the same department.