Engineer II, Natural Gas

Engineer II Opportunity

RK&K is seeking an Engineer II to join our Energy & Corrosion team in our Williamsport, Pennsylvania office. This role is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer ready to take the next step and expand technical, design, and project coordination capabilities.

In this position, you will contribute to a wide variety of energy and corrosion-related projects, including engineering design, construction document preparation, project coordination, construction support, and operations support. You will engage directly in solving complex engineering problems, performing technical evaluations, and assessing alternative solutions. Some local travel is required.

Essential Functions

As an Engineer II, you will:

• Produce accurate, high-quality, and constructible engineering drawings and deliverables.
• Prepare specifications, review submittals, assist with project documentation, and engage in communication with clients and stakeholders.
• Support the development of multi-discipline drawing sets under Responsible Charge oversight.
• Promote and assist with quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) processes to improve deliverables and reduce design errors or omissions.
• Research and interpret regulatory requirements and client standards applicable to assigned projects.
• Support project managers with engineering calculations, analysis, specification reviews, and cost estimates for design and proposal efforts.
• Participate in internal and external project meetings, presentations, and plan approvals.
• Collaborate directly with clients, project managers, designers, and contractors while expanding technical and professional skills.

Required Skills and Experience

• 2+ years of engineering experience within the natural gas or energy sector
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
• Experience in pipeline alignment sheets and well pad layout/grading
• Experience preparing and submitting Pennsylvania Erosion and Sediment Control General Permits (ESCGP-4)
• Experience with preparing erosion and sedimentation (E&S) control and stormwater management designs including preparing and submitting applications for National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple simultaneous tasks
• Strong written, verbal, and technical communication skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in team environments
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Preferred Skills and Experience

• 4+ years of engineering experience within the natural gas or energy sector
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification (Pennsylvania preferred)
• Experience with natural gas distribution and/or transmission design
• Knowledge of CFR Part 192 regulatory requirements
• Familiarity with conventional construction methods and trenchless technologies
• Experience in supporting the design of natural gas facilities including district regulator stations, gate stations, inline inspection facilities (layout)
• Proficiency in ArcGIS, and ESRI software

Other Duties

This job description provides an overview of the essential functions and responsibilities. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list. Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.

What We Offer

RK&K provides excellent opportunities for professional growth and advancement, as well as a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs and employee resource groups
• Career development programs
• Matching 401(k)
• Paid holidays
• And much more!

Why RK&K?

RK&K is a full-service engineering and construction management firm where you can directly impact the communities where we live and work. With over 100 years of success, our award-winning culture is built on collaboration, trust, and technical excellence. We are known for delivering innovative and reliable solutions, fostering a supportive and engaging workplace, and serving as a trusted partner to our clients and communities.