Engineer II - Gas Utilities

Cordoba Corporation•Los Angeles, CA

6d•$40 - $50•Hybrid

About The Position

Cordoba Corporation is a leading engineering and program management firm based in California. We are seeking an Engineer II to join our Energy-Gas sector. The Engineer II will support the execution of Gas Utility Pipeline Integrity projects by applying foundational engineering principles and technical expertise. This role requires In-line Inspection (ILI) and Direct Assessment (DA) engineering experience and involves coordinating with cross-functional teams, technical documentation skills, including the ability to clearly present analyses, findings, recommendations, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. The Engineer II will analyze routine inspection, monitoring, integrity data to identify trends, emerging risks, and performance gaps. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, collaborative, and eager to grow within a dynamic utility environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Chemical, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering required
4+ years of Gas Utility In-line Inspection (ILI) engineering experience required
Experience with Integrity Assessments, Direct Assessments, Pressure Testing and ILI required
Proficiency in AMPP, CP1, CPs, CP3 and API 579
Ability to analyze routine inspection, monitoring, and integrity data to identify trends, emerging risks, and performance gaps
Strong technical documentation skills, including the ability to clearly present analyses, findings, and recommendations
Experience working on multiple discipline projects with cross-functional teams
Proficiency using the Microsoft Office Suite
Excellent relationship building, communication and interpersonal skills
Legal authorization to work in the U.S.A. on a full-time basis without sponsorship

Nice To Haves

EIT (Engineer in Training) certification preferred

Responsibilities

Apply foundational pipeline integrity knowledge to evaluate inspection results (ILI and Direct Assessment), support continuous improvement of procedures, and enhance data quality and documentation practices.
Interpret pipeline integrity criteria and translate regulatory and company standards into measurable acceptance limits for coating condition, corrosion growth, and leak risk.
Perform baseline analyses of inspection coverage, anomaly recurrence, repair completion rates, and integrity performance metrics; recommend minor adjustments to integrity plans and work execution strategies.
Develop and maintain method statements and field work instructions for routine integrity inspections; validate effectiveness with field personnel and refine based on operational feedback.
Create and maintain basic dashboards and tracking tools to monitor backlog, inspection progress, repair status, and defect trends while ensuring accuracy and consistency of integrity data.
Support root cause evaluations for recurring anomalies or integrity issues; document findings and recommend short-term mitigation measures and monitoring requirements.
Coordinate with maintenance planning and materials management teams to ensure alignment of repair schedules, resource availability, and material readiness for integrity work.
Prepare customer, stakeholder, and landowner communications related to pipeline access, inspection activities, and safety considerations.
Assist in the review of vendor scopes of work, inspection deliverables, and contractor performance; track and document deviations from technical and contractual requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Multiple medical and dental insurance plans
Vision insurance
Paid AD&D and life insurance
401k with an industry leading employer match
Generous vacation and sick leave accruals
9 paid holidays
Other forms of paid time off
Flexible spending accounts (FSA’s) including medical care reimbursement, dependent care reimbursement, and commuter benefit plans
Employee assistance program
Well-being benefits that include stress management, nutrition, and financial well-being