Junior Pipeline Project Engineer

Spectraforce Technologies, Inc.

Salt Lake City (UT)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Spectraforce Technologies, Inc. in Salt Lake City, UT is seeking an Engineer I for a 12-month project to support planning, design, bidding, construction and closeout of natural gas pipeline capital projects.

You will apply engineering principles, perform technical analyses, and help ensure safe, timely, and cost-effective project execution while coordinating with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, contractors, inspectors, and regulatory bodies.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited program (Civil/Mechanical/Chemical preferred).
2-4 years of engineering, utility, construction management, project execution, or construction project experience.
Ability to perform engineering calculations and technical evaluations using standard engineering tools and software.
Ability to review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and applicable codes and regulations.
Demonstrated project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments and competing priorities.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Ability to gather, analyze, and interpret technical data to support engineering recommendations.
Strong written, verbal, and technical communication skills.
Ability to work independently while collaborating across functional teams.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Oracle and other engineering and project management software applications.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as required.

Responsibilities

Perform engineering calculations, technical analysis, and evaluations to support pipeline design and project execution.
Review engineering plans and construction documents for accuracy, constructability, and compliance with company standards and applicable requirements.
Evaluate natural gas system capacity, pressure requirements, and operational needs as applicable to assigned projects.
Develop project scopes, cost estimates, and material orders.
Assess field conditions and proposed construction changes for impacts to design, safety, operations, project scope, cost, and schedule.
Support and manage assigned projects through planning, design, construction and closeout.
Prepare bid packages, support contractor evaluation, and selection.
Coordinate construction kick-off meetings, construction readiness, project schedules, resource planning, and execution activities.
Coordinate contractor activities and monitor performance against project requirements, schedules, and contractual obligations.
Coordinate contractor, inspector, and field resource scheduling and allocation with responsible teams.
Support permit acquisition, track permit requirements, and coordinate with municipalities and permitting authorities.
Coordinate activities among Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, contractors, inspectors, environmental representatives, property owners, and other stakeholders.
Prepare and initiate field change orders, support purchase order management and contract modifications, and route requests through established approval processes.
Coordinate field and engineering issue resolution, including escalation, documentation, and follow-up.
Project Controls, Communication, and Closeout
Identify project risks, evaluate potential impacts, and coordinate mitigation actions.
Communicate project status, technical issues, risks, and schedule impacts to project teams, stakeholders, and leadership.
Maintain accurate engineering and project documentation, including calculations, technical decisions, approved changes, construction records, and closeout packages.
Coordinate project closeout, record management, and required system updates.