Design Engineer

Magnolia River•Baton Rouge, LA

6d•$60,000 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Design Engineer works on natural gas distribution and transmission pipeline facilities, contributing to projects through modeling, designing, drafting, and field work. The role supports each phase of the project lifecycle and helps deliver safe, efficient, and sustainable utility-sector solutions. The position is based in the Prairieville office during training and transitions to the Bridge City location after training is complete. Responsibilities include interpreting data from design locates, field work, and other data collection; preparing basic P&IDs and comparing layouts; understanding permit tracking and approvals, HDD basics, and as-built processes; and helping ensure project scope, schedule, and cost requirements are met. The engineer prepares project plans, reports, and procedures, addresses issues during project execution, communicates with project managers and team members, and supports team and company goals while maintaining target billable goals. The work is performed in office and field environments. The role may involve site inspections or as-built measurements, extended hours, and travel as needed to meet project deadlines.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering; Civil or Mechanical Engineering is preferred.
At least 2 years of experience working in an engineering environment.
Ability to use computer applications, including Microsoft Office and CAD programs such as AutoCAD Civil 3D.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to discuss project elements with internal and external stakeholders, including clients and regulatory agencies.
Ability to work accurately and with attention to detail under minimal supervision.
Ability to compile and review project work, quantities, costs, specification accuracy, and construction-package completeness while balancing competing priorities.
Ability to work extended hours and travel as needed to meet project deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to core project types such as modeling, HDD design, M&R design, steel as-builts, SCADA/electrical design, O&M manuals, route studies, linear projects, bare steel/cast iron replacement, and hydrostatic pressure testing.
Natural gas pipeline experience and/or experience in another utility sector.
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
Previous internship with Magnolia River.

Responsibilities

Read and interpret data from design locates, field work, and other data collection.
Produce basic P&IDs and compare basic layouts.
Understand permit processes for tracking and approvals, HDD basics, and as-built processes.
Help ensure project scope, schedule, and cost requirements of clients and stakeholders are met.
Prepare written plans, reports, and procedures for specific project needs.
Understand and address issues that arise during project execution.
Maintain professional rapport and communicate effectively with project managers, assistant project managers, and project team members.
Work toward team, division, and company goals; share knowledge and skills and contribute in roles ranging from team member to initiative lead.
Study federal, state, and client requirements to improve understanding of gas system designs.
Maintain target billable goals.
Observe and assist staff with site inspections or as-built measurements as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.