Engineer I

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation; Winter Haven (FL); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangement

Competitive base salary

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Annual bonus opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness initiatives

Job summary

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is seeking an Engineer I in Florida for a hybrid role. You will oversee the design, development and management of natural gas pipeline and station projects, collaborating with project management, construction and operations to ensure compliance with design codes.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and is an entry-level engineer with a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent
• Entry-level engineer, recent graduate
• Proficient in MS Office
• Understanding of engineering principles, construction, maintenance and operations
• Ability to review engineering plans and permit requirements

Responsibilities

• Oversees design, development, and management of natural gas pipeline and station projects
• Collaborates with project management, construction, and operations to ensure compliance
• Performs calculations and specifies equipment for projects
• Reviews quotes, assists with contractor proposal review and selection
• Manages permit applications and status
• Supports bid processes and contract awards
• Reviews final construction drawings with teams and releases packages for construction

Skills

Engineering Principles

Valid Driver's License

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Position: Engineer I

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

Responsibilities

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

What makes us great

At the heart of our Company is a dedication to delivering energy that drives progress. We put people first, work to keep them safe and build trusting relationships.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangement
• Competitive base salary
• Fantastic opportunities for career growth
• Cooperative, supportive and empowered team atmosphere
• Annual 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

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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