Lead Engineer

Chesapeake-Utilities-Corporation; Delaware; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Annual bonus and salary increases

Monthly recognition events

Wellness initiatives and communityin

401k, medical, dental, life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer hours in addition to PTO

Job summary

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is seeking a Lead Engineer to train the Engineering Team, drive process improvements and ensure compliance with PHMSA, FERC, and DOT standards. You will develop training programs, review complex designs, and lead stakeholder meetings while advancing department efficiency and policy development.

The role requires a PE license, 12 years of experience, and a strong command of safety codes, plus proficiency in MS Office and independent work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering is required.
• 12 years of experience in a similar capacity.
• Valid driver's license.
• PE license and related certifications listed in the ad.
• Strong knowledge of engineering principles and gas industry codes.
• Proficient in MS Office and able to review plans and permits.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage natural gas pipeline, station, and related projects.
• Provide expert advice on PHMSA, FERC, and DOT requirements.
• Develop and lead training programs for the engineering team.
• Identify and implement process improvements.
• Perform technical reviews of designs and calculations.
• Develop equipment specs, requisitions, and drawings.
• Oversee permitting at federal, state, and local levels.
• Lead internal and external stakeholder meetings.
• Contribute to project proposals and contractor reviews.
• Assist with department training materials and process enhancements.

Skills

Independent work

Multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) License

Project Management Professional (PMP)

NACE certificate

API certificate

GTI certificate

Other natural gas certificates

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Lead Engineer plays a pivotal role in training and process improvement, developing and leading training programs for the Engineering Team, ensuring continuous growth and knowledge enhancement. In addition, this job will identify areas for improvement, and implement changes that enhance efficiency and effectiveness across the department. A strong ability to write policies and procedures that will contribute to streamlined operations is required. The role will provide expert level advice based on industry standards and regulatory requirements (including PHMSA, FERC, DOT, and other relevant codes); staying current with industry changes, communicating impactful updates to leadership and the engineering team.

What you'll be working on:

• Manages and develops the design of natural gas pipeline, station and specialty (Liquified Natural Gas, Renewable Natural Gas, and compressor stations) projects.
• Provides expert level advice with a strong background of industry code requirements (PHMSA,FERC, DOT) and stays current with industry and code changes providing feedback to leadership and team on changes.
• Develops, implements and leads training/mentor for all levels of engineering team.
• Identifies potential process improvements for engineering team and develops and implements the improvements.
• Performs technical reviews of engineering design plans for all levels of project complexity.
• Develops calculations, equipment specifications, requisitions, sketches and drawings.
• Analyzes and compares equipment quotes and specifies and orders pipe, valves and equipment.
• Applies strong knowledge of project permitting requirements for Federal, State, and local permits and manage permit applications and status.
• Leads engineering meetings with internal stakeholders.
• Develops project proposals and assists with contractor proposal review and selection.
• Leads engineering meetings with external stakeholders.
• Reviews other engineering designs as needed for accuracy.
• Assists with the development of department training materials along with leading employee training.
• Assists with department process enhancements.

Who you are:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
• Twelve (12) years’ experience in a similar capacity
• Valid Driver's license
• Professional Engineer (PE) License and certification in any of the following: Project Management Professional, National Association of Corrosion Engineers certificate, American Petroleum Institute certificate, Gas Technology Institute certificate, other similar Natural Gas certificate
• Proven 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.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a diverse work environment, multi-task, strong organizational and prioritization skills.

Benefits/what’s in it for you?

• 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, gender identity, 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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