Gas Distribution Engineer I — Design, Fieldwork & Growth

American Gas Association, Inc; Wall Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) match

Stock Purchase Plan

Wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

Vacation and holidays

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

American Gas Association, Inc. is seeking an Engineer I for New Jersey Natural Gas (NJNG), a subsidiary of New Jersey Resources, to manage design and construction of gas distribution projects. The role covers safety, compliance and efficient service delivery, with oversight of schedules and budgets.

Hybrid work schedule: 4 days on-site and 1 day remote. Bachelor’s in engineering required; 0–3 years experience preferred, excellent communication and MS Office skills essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited college; civil or mechanical preferred.
• 0–3 years of engineering experience; internship/co-op in utility/natural gas/construction preferred.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational and negotiation skills.
• Detail-oriented and able to handle multiple assignments and deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
• Working knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare work orders for operating pressure requirements for new and existing main installations.
• Prepare construction drawings depicting proposed and completed changes in the distribution system.
• Conduct site inspections to assess field conditions and impact on design.
• Represent the company at pre-construction meetings and maintain meeting notes.
• Design new distribution systems to serve gas to new customers including developments and commercial accounts.
• Review roadway project plans to identify conflicts and minimize costs.
• Oversee transmission and distribution systems, troubleshoot issues and advise departments.
• Assess effects of large customers on system capacity and pressure; recommend reinforcements.
• Design detailed meter sets for large commercial/industrial customers with safe yet economical delivery.
• Assist Sales and Distribution in inspecting customer complaints and proposing solutions.
• Obtain permits and prepare drawings for each installation.
• Prioritize rehabilitation work with divisions to protect public safety economically.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the department manager.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Negotiation

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

ESRI ArcGIS

Job description

American Gas Association, Inc. is seeking an Engineer I for New Jersey Natural Gas (NJNG), a subsidiary of New Jersey Resources, to manage design and construction of gas distribution projects. The role covers safety, compliance and efficient service delivery, with oversight of schedules and budgets.

Hybrid work schedule: 4 days on-site and 1 day remote. Bachelor’s in engineering required; 0–3 years experience preferred, excellent communication and MS Office skills essential.