Construction Engineer (Yankton or Mitchell, SD)

Northwestern Energy • Yankton, SD

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About The Position

The Construction Engineer provides engineering support for gas and electric projects of varying size, you will have the opportunity to meet and build relationships with the property owners and construction companies as you collaborate with them. If you enjoy a mix of office and field work and appreciate a dynamic team of individuals with the drive for success, this is the job for you.
We emphasize our relationship with our employees and focus heavily on company culture to benefit the communities we serve and the environment in which we operate.
The Construction Engineer provides engineering support for gas and electric growth, expansion projects, extensions, rebuilds, relocations, and assists with operating electric and natural gas utilities.
NorthWestern Energy is a fully regulated electric and natural gas utility serving Montana, South Dakota and Nebraska. We employ over 1,600 amazing people and serve over 800,000 customers who are our neighbors in our communities. We are a top employer and offer competitive benefits

Requirements

• Must have a B.S. degree in Engineering
• Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record
• All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics

Nice To Haves

• 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
• Get Into Energy - Energy Industry Fundamental 2.0 certification is a plus (click the link to certify at no cost)

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 on-call after-hours duties, periodically, for one week at a time; this requires the individual to reside in the greater metro area; includes response to emergency situations and calling personnel out for after-hours activities
• Perform individual lifts and carried office supplies up to 25 pounds
• Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives

Benefits

• 401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%
• Healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents, Health Savings Account (HSA), healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Programs (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents to include financial heath)
• Life Insurance (Company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Competitive pay (Scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities.)
• Paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities
• Paid parental leave
• Paid bereavement leave
• Paid training opportunities
• Paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays
• Relocation Benefit: Negotiable
• Telecommuting: Part-time within South Division service territory negotiable following the completion of an in-office training period

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees