Project Engineer, Gas Pipeline
About The Position
CobbFendley is seeking an experienced Gas Pipeline Project Engineer for its Houston, Texas office. The Project Engineer completes engineering design and analysis, coordinates work across project teams, supports quality and compliance, communicates with clients and colleagues, and assists with training and project management. Gas pipeline technical work includes station design and project management, identifying station sites and layouts, specifying materials, understanding automation and SCADA controls, preparing and interpreting P&IDs and gas control procedures, and coordinating with clients, fabricators, construction teams, and pipeline operators. The role is full-time, generally 40 hours per week, with hours that may fluctuate based on department needs and may include overtime. Standard operating hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM CST, typically with a one-hour unpaid lunch. The position may be eligible for a hybrid schedule after the department-established training period. Most work takes place in a professional office, with some visits to client offices and outdoor sites.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- Registration and designation as an Engineer in Training (EIT).
- Five or more years of professional experience; a PE may be required.
- Knowledge of standard engineering and scientific techniques, procedures, and criteria.
- Familiarity with CobbFendley’s QA/QC Management System.
- Skills using industry-standard software relevant to the position, such as CADD, HCS, AutoCAD, MicroStation, GIS, and hydrologic/hydraulic models.
- Ability to use spreadsheets, word processing, and standard office software.
Responsibilities
- Complete design and analysis for simple projects, ensure current manuals and criteria are followed, sign and seal plans, and coordinate design and analysis tasks with the project team.
- Follow Company QA/QC processes and procedures, review others’ work, and understand contract language, risk assessment, and mitigation.
- Coordinate with supervisors, project managers, task leads, and internal personnel across disciplines; lead meetings and complete follow-up documentation.
- Attend internal or external training and assist with onboarding and training staff.
- Work with clients, solve problems, escalate concerns when needed, adhere to project schedules, attend client meetings, assist with marketing and project interviews, and support financial management to help ensure project profitability.
- Provide immediate technical support and manage gas pipeline station projects, including site identification and layout, material specifications, automation and SCADA, P&IDs, gas control procedures, and coordination with clients, fabrication and construction teams, and pipeline operators.
Benefits
- New-hire onboarding and integration program.
- Professional and personal development through in-house training and collaborative resources.
- Competitive compensation package.
- 401(k) matching and profit-sharing contributions.
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
- Health, vision, and dental insurance.
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
- Employer-funded and voluntary life insurance.
- Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs.
- Paid parental leave for FMLA-eligible employees: eight weeks for maternity and two weeks for paternity or adoption.
- Extended winter holiday office closure from December 25 through January 1.
- Community engagement opportunities focused on STEM education, hunger relief, and sustainable solutions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
