Natural Gas Engineer - #3008

Wade Trim; New Orleans (LA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Education reimbursement

Performance bonuses

Employee stock program

Job summary

Wade Trim in New Orleans, LA seeks a Natural Gas Engineer to join our ICE Team to advance infrastructure in the Southern region. Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering required, with 2–6 years of natural gas experience preferred.

The role emphasizes collaboration, design of gas projects, site observations, reports, and client communication. A flexible hybrid-remote schedule is available after 30 days of employment, with a supportive culture and opportunities to impact communities

Qualifications

• 2–6 years of Natural Gas experience required or preferred.
• Experience with AutoDesk Civil 3D required.
• Engineer-in-Training or Professional Engineer license preferred.
• Experience with GasCalc, Pipeline Toolbox, BoreAid or similar software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design natural gas projects including distribution mains and pipelines.
• Perform civil/site design and utility conflict analysis.
• Prepare design reports and construction plans to standards.
• Coordinate specifications and permit submittals.
• Estimate project quantities and costs; document changes.
• Provide on-site observations and client communications.
• Support proposals and project manager activities.
• Attend client and staff meetings and trainings.

Skills

Natural gas experience

AutoDesk Civil 3D

Professional Engineer

GasCalc

Pipeline Toolbox

BoreAid

Education

Bachelor's in Civil/Mechanical Eng

Tools

GasCalc

Pipeline Toolbox

BoreAid

Job description

What We Offer:

Our excellent salary and benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, education reimbursement, 401(k), performance bonuses, and an employee stock program. Employee Resource Groups and Programs offered include the Young Professionals Group, Women at Wade Trim, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Professional Development, Leadership Development, Mentor Program, Sustainability Program, and Wellness Program.

Position Description:

We are looking for a Natural Gas Engineer to join our ICE Team to improve infrastructure in our Southern offices. The candidate must have a bachelor's degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering, and two to six years of similar work experience with natural gas and other utilities is preferred. The candidate must also be self-motivated, work well with others, and have excellent writing, organizational, and communication skills. A flexible hybrid-remote work schedule is available after 30 days of employment

Typical responsibilities include:

• Design various natural gas projects including distribution mains, transmission pipelines, metering & regulating facilities as well as launcher/receiver assemblies.
• Perform civil site design, trenchless installation design, utility conflict analysis, and traffic control plan design.
• Prepare design reports and construction plans using client, local, state, or other applicable standards.
• Coordinate preparation of specifications and permit submittals.
• Prepare preliminary project cost estimates and evaluate quantities.
• Document design changes and communications.
• Conduct on-site observations as needed.
• Prepare project status and other reports.
• Assist in the preparation of proposals.
• Assist Project Managers as needed.
• Attend client, public, project, and staff meetings including client progress, plan review, preconstruction, etc.
• Attend seminars and/or training classes.
• Maintain excellent client relations.
• Maintain a safe working environment.

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering required

Skills/Experience:

• 2-6 years of Natural Gas experience is required.
• Experience with AutoDesk Civil 3D is required.
• Engineer-in-Training License/Professional Engineer License is preferred.
• Experience with Engineering based programs (GasCalc, Pipeline Toolbox, BoreAid, and other similar engineering software) is preferred.

About Wade Trim:

Wade Trim is committed to maximizing the value of infrastructure investments. We've been solving complex engineering challenges for a century. We customize our work approach to fit each project using a collaborative, friendly style to deliver solutions our clients can stand behind.

Our supportive culture recognizes and strives to fulfill collective client, company, and individual needs. Mentoring and building skills of Wade Trim staff is a priority. Frequent interaction among staff is encouraged, company leadership is easily accessible, and opportunities are provided for staff to help shape the firm’s future through strategic planning. Work/life balance is supported through a flexible, hybrid work schedule that brings team members together in the office at least three days a week and connects them virtually when working from home.

To solve our clients’ toughest challenges, we've devoted ourselves to delivering innovative solutions. Our Office of Applied Technology (OAT) is dedicated to seeking new technologies or ways to apply existing technologies to enhance value to our clients and positively impact communities. All staff are encouraged to share ideas and suggestions for innovative technologies or processes to adopt. This open-minded approach enables us to advance technology, foster innovation, and stay ahead of our clients’ needs.

Wade Trim’s success is shared by the employees that make it happen. Since our beginning, our firm has been 100% employee owned. This cultivates an ownership mindset that benefits our work approach, collaborative culture, and ability to deliver client solutions. We believe employee ownership drives the sustainability and growth of our firm and provides all our employees with opportunities for financial success.

Wade Trim does not accept unsolicited resumes, candidate profiles, or CVs from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. Any submission made without a valid, signed agreement and an approved engagement request from Wade Trim’s People Services Team will be considered the property of Wade Trim. Wade Trim reserves the right to pursue and hire any candidate submitted through unsolicited means without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. A valid agreement can only be signed by the Director of People Services. Resumes or candidate profiles submitted at the request of a Wade Trim employee who is not authorized by the People Services team do not constitute a valid engagement. Recruiters and agencies must have a current, written agreement authorized by the Director of People Services to be considered an approved vendor.

Wade Trim is an affirmative action/Equal Opportunity Employer.