Utility Infrastructure Project Engineer

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; Nebraska; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation, sick, and holiday pay

Insurance options

Retirement plans

Job summary

University of Nebraska-Lincoln is seeking a Utility Project Engineer at multiple levels to support district energy infrastructure upgrades in Lincoln, NE. Roles include assisting with design reviews, coordinating with staff and external partners, and maintaining project documentation.

Levels I–II–Senior require strong analytical skills, safety focus, and effective communication. Positions are on-site with comprehensive benefits and opportunity for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Civil, Electrical, Management, or Geotechnical Engineering or related field.
• Analytical acumen with ability to collect data and design efficient workflows.
• Creative design skills to generate innovative solutions.
• Commitment to safety and safe work practices.
• Strong time management and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Team oriented with effective communication and customer service skills.
• Familiar with change management, cost reduction, and process improvement.
• Ability to read and interpret general technical procedures or regulations.
• Ability to write reports and deliver presentations to diverse audiences.
• Nebraska Professional Engineer license preferred or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Assist with technical support for new installations and upgrades of district energy infrastructure.
• Provide communication with internal staff, suppliers, contractors, and project managers to keep projects on time and within budget.
• Facilitate design reviews with internal stakeholders and review drawings/submittals.
• Collaborate with contractors and design firms to schedule project execution.
• Develop and review technical specifications, standards, drawings, and contracts.
• Design and manage small to medium infrastructure upgrade projects.
• Maintain and update operating procedures and technical documentation.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Creative design

Safety awareness

Time management

Team collaboration

Change management

Cost reduction

Problem solving

Reading technical procedures

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Civil, Electrical, Management, or Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

CAD

Hydraulic modeling

Data historians

Pipe stress modeling

Job description

University of Nebraska-Lincoln is seeking a Utility Project Engineer at multiple levels to support district energy infrastructure upgrades in Lincoln, NE. Roles include assisting with design reviews, coordinating with staff and external partners, and maintaining project documentation.

Levels I–II–Senior require strong analytical skills, safety focus, and effective communication. Positions are on-site with comprehensive benefits and opportunity for professional growth.