Project Engineer - The Woodlands, Texas

Centric Infrastructure Group; The Woodlands (TX); Hybrid; USD 85.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, dental, vision

Generous PTO

401(k) with match

10 company holidays

Zusammenfassung

Centric Services seeks a Project Engineer to support design, modeling, and permitting of natural gas transmission and distribution projects in Texas. You may lead or assist on technical tasks, develop construction and permitting documents, and ensure Centric standards meet regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate collaborates with management, construction, operations, and regulatory teams, and travels to client sites as needed. A 2–5 year background in gas site development is preferred.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, mechanical, or related engineering.
• 2–5 years’ experience in natural gas or site development and permitting.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to travel <20% to client meetings, permitting, and project site visits.

Aufgaben

• Produce natural gas construction plans, system models, and permitting documents.
• Prepare and submit permit applications to TxDOT, counties, cities, drainage districts, and other entities.
• Serve as a point of contact with agency reviewers and coordinate approvals.
• Plan, design and support engineering of natural gas distribution facilities.
• Perform engineering calculations, assessments, and basic feasibility evaluations.
• Prepare reports, specifications, construction documents, schedules, and design packages.
• Conduct site visits to support construction and verify design intent.
• Use CAD/engineering software to prepare drawings and documents.

Kenntnisse

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MS Office

BlueBeam Revu

DNV Synergi Gas

GIS

Monday.com

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in civil/mechanical engineering

Texas PE or EIT preferred

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

DNV Synergi Gas

GIS

BlueBeam Revu

Microsoft Office

Monday.com

Jobbeschreibung

About the Company

Centric Services (“Centric”) delivers industry-leading natural gas transmission and distribution services through its Hooks and UniGas divisions. Centric serves ground-up commercial and residential developments, as well as master-planned communities in all major metropolitan markets across Texas. Centric is rapidly expanding due to its commercial and operational agility and is dedicated to bridging infrastructure gaps through strategic value creation and continuous innovation. Centric strives to create a caring and open culture where employees can grow and develop alongside the business.

About the Role

The Project Engineer role is responsible for supporting the design, modeling, and permitting of natural gas transmission and distribution projects. Depending on experience level, the position contributes to or leads technical tasks, prepares construction and permitting documents, and ensures compliance with Centric standards and regulatory requirements. Senior-level candidates may also oversee complex system designs, perform advanced reviews, and provide mentorship to junior engineers. All levels work closely with senior engineering staff to maintain quality, accuracy, and consistency across ongoing projects.

General:

• Upholds and advocates for Centric’s core values and behaviors as outlined in the Centric Values and Leadership Framework.
• Ensures all engineering activities are conducted safely and in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures (including RRC and 49 CFR Part 192).
• Foster a culture of always doing things the right way: the Centric Way (safety, openness, integrity, attention to detail, etc.).
• Collaborate effectively with Project Management, Construction, Operations, Regulatory and other internal groups to ensure project requirements and schedules are clearly understood.
  

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions:

• Produce natural gas construction plans, system models, and permitting documents for residential, commercial, industrial, and master-planned development projects.
• Prepare and submit permit applications to TxDOT, counties, cities, drainage districts, and other regulatory or utility entities.
• Serve as a point of contact with agency reviewers, addressing comments and coordinating approvals.
• Plan, design, and support or oversee engineering of natural gas distribution facilities, including mains, services, meters, regulation, stations and limited transmission assets.
• Perform engineering calculations, assessments, and basic feasibility evaluations using standard engineering methods and applicable codes.
• Prepare or direct the preparation of reports, specifications, construction documents, schedules, and design packages.
• Conduct site visits to support construction, verify design intent, evaluate field conditions, and ensure conformance with plans, specifications, and safety standards.
• Use computer-assisted engineering and design software (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D, DNV Synergi Gas, GIS, BlueBeam Revu, Microsoft Office, etc.) to prepare accurate drawings and technical documents.

Education / Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, mechanical, or related engineering.
• 2 – 5 years’ experience in natural gas or site development and permitting.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), and standard PDF/document management tools (BlueBeam Revu, Adobe, etc.).
• Ability to travel <20% to client meetings, permitting, and project site visits.

Preferred Requirements:

• Working knowledge of Texas RRC requirements and 49 CFR Part 192 for natural gas operations.
• Understanding of local codes, permitting processes, and regulatory requirements.
• Highly preferred registered EIT or PE in Texas.
• Experience using DNV Synergi Gas and Monday.com.
• Strong technical skills in gas engineering, design, and analysis.

• Competitive base pay + bonus
• Great benefits (medical, dental, vision, and more)
• Generous PTO policy, in addition to annual sick leave and volunteer time off (VTO)
• 10 company paid holidays
• 401(k) plan with 5% company match