Engineer I

Job Title: Engineer I

Job Description

The Engineer I will support the planning, design, and development of natural gas distribution infrastructure projects. This is a great opportunity for an early-career engineer looking to gain hands-on experience with utility design, pipeline systems, construction, and project management while working alongside experienced engineering professionals.

In this role, you will contribute to projects from initial planning and design through construction support. You will help develop solutions for gas distribution systems, evaluate system performance, design mechanical components and equipment, and coordinate with internal teams and project stakeholders.

This position offers an excellent opportunity to build your technical engineering experience, gain exposure to large-scale infrastructure projects, and grow your career within a well-established utility environment.

Responsibilities

• Support gas storage, gas distribution, and fueling station projects involving the design and functionality of pipeline systems and components.
• Assist with the planning and design of mechanical equipment, components, and related infrastructure.
• Perform system balances and engineering analysis to identify system constraints, low points, and potential solutions.
• Develop and review engineering designs, drawings, plans, and project documentation.
• Utilize AutoCAD, ArcGIS, and other engineering design tools to support project development.
• Provide engineering oversight and technical support during construction activities.
• Coordinate with engineering, construction, operations, project management, and other internal stakeholders.
• Assist with project planning, scheduling, design coordination, and project controls.
• Participate in stakeholder meetings and communicate project updates to team members and leadership.
• Ensure designs and projects align with applicable engineering standards, DOT regulations, and safety requirements.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 1+ year of professional experience working in an engineering capacity.
• Experience or exposure to engineering design, project management, construction, or project controls.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and/or ArcGIS.
• Experience with or knowledge of pipeline design, utility design, mechanical design, civil engineering, or other linear infrastructure projects.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, plans, and technical documentation.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with engineering, construction, and project stakeholders.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with MicroStation is a plus.
• Previous experience within the utility, natural gas, pipeline, or infrastructure industries is preferred.
• EIT certification is a plus.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations is beneficial.
• Ability to confidently participate in and eventually lead stakeholder meetings with engineering teams and leadership.
• Interest in developing both technical engineering and project management skills.

Work Environment

This position provides a great combination of career development, flexibility, and exposure to large-scale utility infrastructure projects within an established engineering organization.

• Hybrid Schedule: Four days per week in the office with Fridays remote.
• Flexible Hours: Employees can begin their workday between 7:00 AM and 8:30 AM, working an 8-hour day.
• Location: Office is conveniently located in the heart of Midtown Atlanta, within walking distance of the North Avenue MARTA Station.
• Career Growth: Opportunity to gain experience across engineering design, construction, utilities, and project management while working alongside experienced industry professionals.
• Long-Term Opportunity: Potential to be hired directly as a full-time employee (FTE) as positions become available.
• Paid Time Off: 10 days of PTO plus 10 paid holidays.
• Work on meaningful infrastructure projects that directly support the reliability and continued development of natural gas distribution systems.
• Collaborative environment offering exposure to multiple engineering disciplines, project stakeholders, and leadership.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer early in their career who wants to strengthen their technical skill set, gain valuable utility industry experience, and position themselves for long-term growth within a large, established organization.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Atlanta, GA.

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Atlanta,GA.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2026.

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