Engineer I

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation; Dover (DE); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangement

Career growth opportunities

Wellness initiatives

401k and comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is seeking an Engineer I to oversee the design, development, and management of natural gas pipeline and station projects. This role collaborates with project management, construction, and operations to ensure design code compliance (CFR, FERC, PHMSA, DOT, etc.) and supports decision making on low‑complexity projects up to $10MM.

The position is hybrid and requires relocation or residence to one of our service locations in DE, FL, MD, PA, OH, VA, GA, NC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering required.
• Entry-level engineer, recent college graduate.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Understanding of engineering principles as well as construction, maintenance and operations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to review engineering plans and understand permit requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develops and manages the internal and third‑party design of natural gas pipeline and station projects.
• Determines calculations (material sizing, flow calculations, pipe sizing, etc.), equipment specifications, requisitions, sketches and drawings for projects.
• Analyzes and compares equipment quotes and assists with contractor proposal review and selection.
• Specifies and orders pipes, valves, and equipment.
• Works with project team including Project Management, Construction and Operations while monitoring the engineering design progress.
• Manages permit applications and status.
• Reviews final construction drawing packages with the operations, project management, and construction teams. Approves and releases the final construction drawing packages for scheduling and construction.
• Assists with development of engineering scoping documents.
• Participates in engineering meetings with internal and external stakeholders and may occasionally take the lead in these meetings.
• Assists with project bidding, bid evaluation, and contract award.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Job description

Engineer I

Hybrid - Must reside or be willing to relocate to one of our service locations in DE, FL, MD, PA, OH, VA, GA, NC.

Your role in our success will be...

The Engineer I oversees the design, development, and management of natural gas pipeline and station projects. This position will collaborate with a cross‑functional team including project management, construction, and operations, ensuring compliance with design codes (CFR, FERC, PHMSA, DOT, etc.) and facilitating effective decision‑making. This job focuses on low‑complexity station and pipeline projects ranging up to $10MM, contributing to the successful execution of natural gas infrastructure initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develops and manages the internal and third‑party design of natural gas pipeline and station projects.
• Determines calculations (material sizing, flow calculations, pipe sizing, etc.), equipment specifications, requisitions, sketches and drawings for projects.
• Analyzes and compares equipment quotes and assists with contractor proposal review and selection.
• Specifies and orders pipes, valves, and equipment.
• Works with project team including Project Management, Construction and Operations while monitoring the engineering design progress.
• Manages permit applications and status.
• Reviews final construction drawing packages with the operations, project management, and construction teams. Approves and releases the final construction drawing packages for scheduling and construction.
• Assists with development of engineering scoping documents.
• Participates in engineering meetings with internal and external stakeholders and may occasionally take the lead in these meetings.
• Assists with project bidding, bid evaluation, and contract award.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
• Entry‑level engineer, recent college graduate
• Valid Driver's License
• Understanding of Engineering Principles as well as construction, maintenance and operations.
• Proficient in general business principles including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to review engineering plans and understand permit requirements.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangement
• Competitive base salary
• Fantastic opportunities for career growth
• Cooperative, supportive and empowered team atmosphereAnnual bonus and salary increase opportunities
• Monthly recognition events
• Endless wellness initiatives and community events
• Robust and customizable benefit packages—choose what works best with your life. Options include generous 401k, medical, dental and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, compensated volunteer hours and more.
• Paid time off, holidays and a separate bank of sick time

Equal Opportunity

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Applicants with a disability that need assistance applying for a position may email [e-mail].

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