Engineer I - Gas

Weston & Sampson Engineers Inc; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 72,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Weston & Sampson Engineers Inc is seeking engineers with 0-4 years of experience to support natural gas projects along the east coast. Location is flexible among Greenville, Charleston, or Columbia, SC.

Bachelor’s in Mechanical or Civil Engineering is required with EIT preferred, and AutoCAD/3D CAD skills are essential. Expect some overtime and local travel, with a salary range of $72,000–$78,000 based on education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Civil Engineering required.
• EIT certification preferred.
• Experience in natural gas, LNG or water/wastewater projects a plus.
• Strong AutoCAD/3D CAD skills required.
• Valid driver's license; some overtime and local travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Support permitting, design and construction phases of gas distribution, pipeline and LNG projects.
• Prepare engineering studies, design plans and specifications.
• Visit job sites for field tests, data gathering, inspections and construction observation.
• Perform engineering design, data review, data management and technical report preparation.
• Collaborate in a multidiscipline team on multiple energy projects including natural gas and LNG.

Skills

Mechanical engineering concepts

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

3D CAD

Job description

Weston & Sampson is seeking motivated engineers with 0-4 years of experience to perform engineering and design work to support the execution of natural gas projects along the east coast of the Unites States. The location of the position is flexible and can be based out of Greenville, Charleston, or Columbia South Carolina.

Our growing Energy Practice seeks thoughtful and innovative individuals who truly want to make a difference enhancing, protecting and sustaining the natural and built environment to improve the quality of life.

What you’ll do:

Support the permitting, design and construction phases of gas distribution and pipeline, and LNG facility projects in any of our geographic regions.

Responsible for the preparation of engineering studies, design plans and specifications.

Visit job sites to perform project tasks including, field tests, data gathering, field inspections, and construction observation.

Office work may include engineering design, data review and tabulation, data management and analysis, and preparation of technical reports.

Work in a multidiscipline team and collaborate with multiple staff members in a team environment.

Work on a variety of energy projects at any given time as workload requires but an emphasis will be placed on natural gas and LNG related projects.

What you will bring:

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering (or equivalent) is required.

EIT certification preferred.

Experience on natural gas, LNG or water/wastewater utility projects a plus.

A strong skill set with AutoCAD or other 3D CAD software is required.

Valid driver’s license is required.

Some overtime and local travel may be required.

Possess high ethical standards and committed to producing high quality work with a commitment to learning, teamwork, respect, and integrity.

Salary Range: $72,000 - $78,000 based on education

Overview:

At Weston & Sampson, you’ll work alongside more than 1,000 employee-owners who are passionate about improving our communities. From providing clean water to designing resilient infrastructure and sustainable environments, our work has a direct impact on quality of life. We’re looking for curious, driven professionals who want to contribute to innovative, impactful projects and grow with a team that supports them.

We are a 100% employee-owned, interdisciplinary firm offering design, engineering, and environmental services. Since our founding in 1899, we have worked to build a collaborative, forward-thinking environment grounded in respectfor each other’s ideas.

We offer:

• Meaningful work:Contribute to projects that protect and enhance the natural and built environments
• Ownership mindset: As an employee-owner, your work directly contributes to our shared success
• Growth opportunities: Build your career through mentorship, diverse projects, and clear advancement pathways
• Flexible workplace: Work in a way that supports your life and not the other way around
• Strong culture: Join a team that values collaboration, inclusion, and recognition

Our Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Access (IDEA)

We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger. Weston & Sampson is committed to fostering a culture of belonging where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered. We actively support IDEA principles across our organization and in our daily work.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.