Natural Gas Engineer - Transportation Market

Gresham Smith•Nashville, TN

19h

About The Position

At Gresham Smith, we call it Genuine Ingenuity. Our culture is the cornerstone of who we are, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. United by our Core Purpose—to plan, design, and consult to create healthy and thriving communities—we deliver innovative solutions for life’s essential infrastructure and institutions. What sets us apart is our dedication to care for our people, our clients, and the places we call home. We are more than a team of professionals—we’re a community built on commitment, integrity, respect, and teamwork. When you join Gresham Smith, you’re joining a place where you can connect and thrive. Our employees consistently recognize us as a Best Place to Work because we go above and beyond to ensure that you feel valued, supported, and empowered. As a Natural Gas Engineer, you will perform distribution and transmission engineering for natural gas projects, including line routing, pipe and valve sizing, regulator stations, cathodic protection, railroad and stream crossings, plan and profile drawings, material selection, construction specifications, and all related calculations. You will prepare, provide guidance, or assist in developing engineering deliverables for natural gas distribution and transmission projects. You will also design utility relocation plans for highway construction projects, including those funded by State DOTs. You will maintain frequent client contact and take on supervisory responsibilities. Your work will directly contribute to shaping environments where people live, work, and thrive, all while growing your career within a supportive, people-first culture.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (BSCE), Mechanical Engineering (BSME), or a related field from an accredited four-year college or university
5 to 10 years of experience in natural gas utility design and coordination
Registration as a Professional Engineer or the ability to become registered within 12 months, with willingness to obtain licenses in other states
Familiarity with DOT plans production and procedures
Computer-aided drafting experience
Practical experience with natural gas system design and/or construction
Strong written and oral communication skills
Experience in the utility industry

Nice To Haves

Experience in natural gas utility design and construction coordination related to DOT roadway projects
MicroStation and/or Open Roads Designer experience

Responsibilities

Perform distribution and transmission engineering for natural gas projects, including line routing, pipe and valve sizing, regulator stations, cathodic protection, railroad and stream crossings, plan and profile drawings, material selection, construction specifications, and all related calculations
Prepare, provide guidance, or assist in developing engineering deliverables for natural gas distribution and transmission projects
Design utility relocation plans for highway construction projects, including those funded by State DOTs
Maintain frequent client contact and take on supervisory responsibilities