Project Engineer II - Gas Utilities

Cordoba Corporation • Los Angeles, CA

103d • $40 - $50

About The Position

Cordoba Corporation is a leading engineering and program management firm based in California. We are seeking a Project Engineer I to join our Gas sector. The Project Engineer I supports the planning, design, and execution of Gas utility projects by applying foundational engineering principles and technical expertise. This role involves coordinating with cross-functional teams, reviewing engineering documents, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. The engineer contributes to project success through effective problem-solving, schedule monitoring, and process improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, collaborative, and eager to grow within a dynamic utility environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required
• 5+ years of Gas utilities engineering experience required
• EIT (Engineer in Training) certification required
• Proficiency using the Microsoft Office Suite
• Demonstrated evidence of leadership, conflict resolution, negotiation, and persuasiveness
• Ability to read and interpret documents; safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Experience working on multiple discipline projects
• Ability to identify create design drawings
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience using SAP and GIS preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate engineering and design efforts for projects, working closely with designers and discipline leads to develop design drawings, oversee drawing production, and ensure alignment with project goals.
• Apply advanced technical expertise to resolve complex engineering design and testing problems, select special design options, and integrate technical activities and products across disciplines.
• Support project development by reviewing proposals and plans, determining specifications, conducting technical studies, preparing cost estimates, and recommending actions based on project trends and data.
• Evaluate and approve design changes, specifications, and drawing releases; may review low to moderately complex construction drawings and provide official approval stamp per management discretion.
• Review low to moderately complex construction drawings and coordinate with the expediting group to ensure timely review and return of vendor drawings, assist with vendor and subcontractor bidding and selection.
• Contribute to the publication of technical documents and participate in meetings to review proposed changes to codes and standards.
• Interact with clients to assess needs and requirements, represent their interests, and ensure procedures are established and followed by both internal teams and clients.
• Interpret and apply state and federal codes, Gas industry standards, company standards, rules, and tariffs to reflect regulatory changes and operational improvements.
• Oversee visual survey activities and ensure survey data is used effectively for design, model reviews, clash detection, and dimensional control verification.
• Monitor purchase commitments and subcontracts to ensure timely delivery of materials and execution of work in accordance with project requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Multiple medical and dental insurance plans, subsidized for both employees and dependents
• Coverage effective the first month after hire
• Paid AD&D and life insurance
• 401k with an industry leading employer match
• Generous vacation and sick leave accruals
• 9 paid holidays and 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 and well-being benefits including stress management, nutrition, and financial well-being

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree