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Overview

ENTRUST Solutions Group is seeking a dynamic Project Engineer to join their team, focusing on engineering tasks related to gas transmission and natural gas pipeline projects. This role involves collaboration with senior engineers and project managers, ensuring quality control and adherence to design specifications.

Responsibilities

  • Engage in a variety of engineering tasks for gas transmission and natural gas pipeline projects.
  • Collaborate with Project Managers and Unit Leaders to progress complex engineering designs.
  • Assist in the preparation of proposals by estimating engineering hours.
  • Ensure quality control systems are followed.
  • Apply complex technical information to designs to meet specifications.
  • Support small, medium, and large multi-discipline projects.
  • Direct the activities of engineers, drafters, and designers.
  • Prepare complex technical analyses.
  • Coordinate with surveyors, geotechnical engineers, and environmental specialists.
  • Support the planning, design, and construction of natural gas infrastructure facilities.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, chemical, structural or civil engineering from an accredited institution.
  • Minimum of 4 years of work experience in the pipeline industry or a related industry.
  • Experience with refining, chemical, and/or liquid terminals is preferred.
  • Proficiency in STAAD.Pro and experience with foundation design is preferred.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) License is preferred.
  • Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification is preferred.

Benefits

  • 401k
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • PTO

Additional Information

  • This role is designated as remote, allowing flexibility to work from home.
  • Remote team members are expected to be available for in-office presence when needed.
  • Occasional travel for fieldwork or site visits may be required.

Benefits

401k
Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
PTO
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Pay in context

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