Utilities Construction Engineer - Gas & Electric Growth

NorthWestern Energy; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 72,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match up to 4%

Healthcare and wellbeing programs (d &

Dental and vision coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible spending account (FSA)

Life Insurance

Continuing education reimbursement

Competitive pay raises and annual/inch

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

NorthWestern Energy in Missoula, MT is seeking a Distribution Construction Engineer to provide engineering support for gas and electric growth, extensions, rebuilds, relocations, and operating electric and natural gas utilities.

You will design facilities, supervise projects, prepare cost estimates, and write technical reports while collaborating with teams across the company. This role requires a PE license is preferred, travel up to 15%, and after-hours availability as needed.

Qualifications

• Must have a B.S. degree in Engineering.
• Ability to obtain a Professional Engineer's License is preferred.
• Working knowledge and experience in construction and design preferred.
• Experience with SAP, line design and DDS preferred.
• Knowledge of International Fuel Gas Code, NESC, NEC, and the DOT. Part 191 and 192 is preferred.
• General understanding of survey and inspection techniques and microprocessor-based equipment preferred.
• Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record.
• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
• Get Into Energy - Energy Industry Fundamental 2.0 certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for gas and electric growth, expansion projects, extensions, rebuilds, relocations, and assists with operating electric and natural gas utilities.
• Design electric and/or natural gas facilities following the Capital Business Processes.
• Supervise projects and oversee contract and company construction crews.
• Perform computer related functions such as engineering analysis, drawing, spreadsheets, and database compilations.
• Compile and write technical reports.
• Respond to customers' needs by performing field investigations.
• Survey and inspect routes.
• Ensure that cost estimates meet company standards and current tariffs.
• Assist to develop project-specific capital budgets.
• Assist and closely work the Division operations.
• Complete periodic on-call after-hours duties; reside in the greater metro area; includes response to emergencies.
• Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance; essential function.
• Adhere to safety standards and Code of Business Conduct & Ethics.
• Ensure all actions are aligned with company values and objectives.
• Travel up to 15%.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Construction experience

Survey techniques

Safety record

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Tools

SAP

Line design

DDS

Job description

NorthWestern Energy in Missoula, MT is seeking a Distribution Construction Engineer to provide engineering support for gas and electric growth, extensions, rebuilds, relocations, and operating electric and natural gas utilities.

You will design facilities, supervise projects, prepare cost estimates, and write technical reports while collaborating with teams across the company. This role requires a PE license is preferred, travel up to 15%, and after-hours availability as needed.