Supv I - Engineering

Summit Utilities, Inc.; Lawton (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Utilities, Inc. in Lawton, OK, seeks a Supervisor of Engineering to lead design, permitting, right‑of‑way, and construction support for natural gas transmission pipelines and related facilities.

You will mentor engineers, manage budgets and schedules, coordinate with consultants and vendors, and ensure regulatory compliance while delivering reliable energy infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of five years of engineering experience in pipeline design, project management, and construction administration.
• Licensed as a registered Professional Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Supervise an engineering team per company policies and laws; manage hiring, budgeting, and performance.
• Mentor and coach team members for professional development.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate design, modification, and construction of pipelines and related facilities.
• Prepare, evaluate, and approve drawings, specs, contracts, and contractor procurement with consultants and vendors.
• Engage with public, landowners, regulators about projects and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Mentoring

Decision making

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

Join our growing team and discover why Summit Utilities, Inc. continues to earn national and regional recognition as an employer of choice. Our recognitions include Best Places to Work in Maine (2019-2025); Best Places to Work in Arkansas (2020, 2023, 2025); Best Places to Work in Oklahoma (2022-2025); Best Places to Work in Missouri (2023 and 2026); Best Places to Work in Colorado (2025); Forbes America's Best Small Employers (2023); and, most recently, Proud and Purposeful Employer (2026).

Summit is a growing natural gas utility providing safe, reliable, and clean burning natural gas service to homes and businesses in Arkansas, Colorado, Maine, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Texas. Being part of the Summit team means embracing excellence and innovation, committing to safety each and every day, and doing all that we can to serve each other, our customers, and the communities where we live. We aim to bring warmth and energy to everything we do.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Supervisor of Engineering (SGL35) in Lawton, OK.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position supervises a team that is responsible for providing the engineering design, permitting, right-of-way acquisition, and assisting construction management for the purpose of constructing and/or modifying natural gas transmission pipelines, distribution systems, facilities, and appurtenances for Summit Utilities Arkansas and Summit Utilities Oklahoma in accordance with applicable federal and state regulations and company policies.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for supervising an engineering team in accordance with the Company's policies and applicable laws pertaining to hiring; determining department procedures; assigning and directing work; providing training; appraising performance; rewarding and providing positive corrective action when needed; resolving employee issues; providing input for and administering department budget.
• Responsible for mentoring and coaching team members and aiding in their professional development.
• Utilizes the application of extensive and diversified knowledge of engineering practices to plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate development of the engineering work for all design, modification, and/or construction of natural gas transmission pipelines, distribution systems, and related appurtenances.
• Responsible for preparation, evaluation and approval of engineering drawings, details, construction specifications, contract and bid documents, and contractor procurement, including selection and coordination with consulting engineers and vendors.
• Meets with general public and/or developers, landowners, interest groups, and regulatory bodies concerning zoning, expansion projects, and engineering regulations, etc.
• Accountable for the successful implementation and completion of engineering objectives in construction projects by managing project issues, budgets and schedules requiring numerous interactions with consulting firms, construction contractors, government officials, and other departments within the Company.
• Responsible for project status reports to Summit management team. Performs occasional field work to evaluate conditions, plan jobs, and assist construction management with compliance with company standards.
• Works closely with construction, procurement, outside consultants, and contractors to define the detailed project scope of work, and the goals and deliverables that support the company's business objectives.
• Ensures the proper planning of capital and maintenance construction projects.
• Supports overall project performance (quality, scope, schedule, cost, communication, resource issues & risks).
• Manages long-term asset planning to support growth and system reliability through collaboration with Business Development and Operations and performing hydraulic modeling analyses.
• Provide all required engineering support to facilitate the safe and reliable operation of the natural gas transmission and distribution systems and provide engineering support to all other Company initiatives such as regulatory, rates, property accounting, and finance.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor of Science Degree (B.S.) in Engineering from an accredited college or university
• Minimum of five years of engineering experience involving pipeline design, project management, and construction administration.
• Licensed as a registered Professional Engineer

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Strong leadership and management skills demonstrated by using appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to guide individuals or groups toward goal achievement.
• Ability to make decisions independently on engineering problems and methods.
• Project Management knowledge and skills exhibited by the ability to proficiently develop and complete a design plan while having the adaptability to make appropriate changes when required.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills required with demonstrated quality and thoroughness on each assignment.
• Exhibit high level of attention to detail in all facets of work.
• Advanced engineering knowledge including exceptional mathematical proficiency; expert computer skills in working with word processing, spreadsheet programs, enterprise work management systems, and other engineering software applications.
• Polished interpersonal/communication skills including outstanding verbal skills exhibited in meetings, one-on-one exchanges, and presentations. Appropriate written communication skills required for everyday correspondence and reviewing writing in a technical format.
• Ability to work effectively with others as the position requires a great deal of collaboration within the engineering department, construction teams, and various outside entities.
• Ability to coach and mentor others.
• Exhibits a high-level of personal initiative and motivation to multi-task many projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with cross-functional colleagues in a geographically dispersed organization.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all personnel so classified.

Summit offers competitive pay and medical/dental/vision and other benefits that provide flexibility, choice, and support to our employees when they need it most. We understand that home and family are essential pieces of your life, and our benefits are designed to support you both at work and at home.

Summit Utilities, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or veteran status.