Project Engineering Supervisor

Northwestern Energy; Butte (MT); On-site; USD 105,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match up to 4% and 7

Healthcare and wellbeing programs

Dental and vision

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible spending account (FSA)

Employee Assistance Programs

Life Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Competitive pay and wage increases

Volunteer opportunities

Paid parental leave

Paid bereavement leave

Paid training opportunities

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

NorthWestern Energy in Butte, MT is seeking a Project Engineering Supervisor to lead the project engineering team, plan daily work, allocate resources, and oversee operations and the operating area budget. The role requires strong leadership, risk and change management, and collaboration with managers and the director.

Travel up to 30% to job sites and trainings is expected. We offer comprehensive benefits and competitive pay with security in a regulated utility, plus opportunities for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering.
• E. License in Montana is preferred.
• Ability to obtain P.E. License in South Dakota.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Gas Transmission & Storage or similar.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures especially in regard to Security.
• Strong leadership skills including interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a department and department staff.
• Get Into Energy - Energy Industry Fundamental 2.0 certification is a plus (click the link to certify at no cost).

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates leadership, consistent with NorthWestern Energy's code, values, policies, processes and controls.
• Ensuring that project needs and objectives are met through effective coordination and development of activities, while leading employees to meet productivity, quality and goal accomplishment expectations.
• Utilize effective management practices to maintain employee engagement and productivity.
• Managing the design of gathering, storage and transmission pipelines measurement and regulation stations, compressor stations, gas treatment facilities and system initiatives.
• Analyzing and developing solutions to engineering problems related to equipment and systems or the causes of component failures.
• Developing and applying engineering standards and procedures and providing advice on issues within the engineering field.
• Establishing and maintaining relevant controls and feedback systems to monitor the operation of the department.
• Evaluating and improving the efficiency of business processes and procedures.
• Effectively manages budget, ensuring proper cost controls.
• Lead and drive effective change and project management techniques for special projects.
• Implementing systems to fulfill the mission and goals of the department efficiently and effectively.
• Making financially responsible, accountable, and justifiable business decisions in accordance with organization policies and procedures.
• Communicating regularly with managers, the director and other designated contacts within the organization.
• Tracking legislation and rule changes related to pipeline compliance and safety and ensure compliance within the Gas Transmission department.
• Time will be spent in an office environment with exposure to field environment, and project oversight during design and construction. Anticipated travel up to 30% to jobsite, trainings, and seminars
• The ability to maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance is an essential function of this position, consistent with applicable laws and reasonable accommodation requirements
• All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
• Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal communication

Project management

Team development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in engineering

Job description

Project Engineering Supervisor

Work Location: Butte, MT

Pay range: $105,100 to $157,700 per year

Employment Status: Regular Full-time

About this position

The supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day work tasks and performance of the project engineering team. They will plan and schedule work to ensure resources are assigned accordingly to accomplish daily objectives while also overseeing operations and the budget of the operating area.

We offer great benefits

NorthWestern Energy is a fully regulated electric and natural gas utility serving Montana, South Dakota and Nebraska. We employ over 1,600 amazing people and serve over 800,000 customers who are our neighbors in our communities. We are a top employer and offer competitive benefits, including:

• 401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%
• Healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents, Health Savings Account (HSA), healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Programs (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents to include financial heath)
• Life Insurance (Company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Competitive pay (Scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities.)
• Paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities
• Paid parental leave
• Paid bereavement leave
• Paid training opportunities
• Paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays

Benefits may vary by position or as negotiated as part of a collective bargaining agreement.

About this job

• Demonstrates leadership, consistent with NorthWestern Energy's code, values, policies, processes and controls
• Ensuring that project needs and objectives are met through effective coordination and development of activities, while leading employees to meet productivity, quality and goal accomplishment expectations
• Utilize effective management practices to maintain employee engagement and productivity
• Managing the design of gathering, storage and transmission pipelines measurement and regulation stations, compressor stations, gas treatment facilities and system initiatives
• Analyzing and developing solutions to engineering problems related to equipment and systems or the causes of component failures
• Developing and applying engineering standards and procedures and providing advice on issues within the engineering field
• Establishing and maintaining relevant controls and feedback systems to monitor the operation of the department
• Evaluating and improving the efficiency of business processes and procedures
• Effectively manages budget, ensuring proper cost controls
• Lead and drive effective change and project management techniques for special projects
• Implementing systems to fulfill the mission and goals of the department efficiently and effectively
• Making financially responsible, accountable, and justifiable business decisions in accordance with organization policies and procedures
• Communicating regularly with managers, the director and other designated contacts within the organization
• Tracking legislation and rule changes related to pipeline compliance and safety and ensure compliance within the Gas Transmission department
• Time will be spent in an office environment with exposure to field environment, and project oversight during design and construction. Anticipated travel up to 30% to jobsite, trainings, and seminars
• The ability to maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance is an essential function of this position, consistent with applicable laws and reasonable accommodation requirements
• All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
• Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives

Am I right for this job? Here's the success profile

• Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
• Bachelor's Degree in engineering
• E. License in Montana is preferred
• Ability to obtain P.E. License in South Dakota
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in Gas Transmission & Storage or similar experience is required
• Adhere to company policies and procedures especially in regard to Security
• Strong leadership skills including interpersonal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a department and department staff
• Get Into Energy - Energy Industry Fundamental 2.0 certification is a plus (click the link to certify at no cost)

Requisition: 5071

Posting Dates: September 2, 2026 through September 9, 2026

Department/Division: Operations

Employment Physical: May be required

Drug Test: Required

Background Check: Required

Relocation Benefit: Negotiable

Telecommuting: None

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal or state laws and statutes. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act, should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources department at 1-800-245-6977 or at [e-mail].