Natural Gas Engineer
Job Description
- Design natural gas distribution and transmission systems, including pipelines, pressure regulating facilities, metering stations, and related infrastructure.
- Prepare civil site layouts and support utility coordination and trenchless installation designs.
- Develop engineering drawings, technical reports, and construction documents.
- Perform utility conflict analysis and coordinate with utility owners.
- Prepare quantity takeoffs, conceptual budgets, and construction cost estimates.
- Track design revisions and maintain project documentation throughout all project phases.
- Support permitting activities and regulatory documentation.
- Collaborate with project managers to maintain project schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
- Participate in client, contractor, and regulatory meetings.
- Support proposal development and technical presentations.
- Maintain strong client relationships while delivering safe, high-quality engineering solutions.
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- 3–10 years of engineering experience supporting natural gas distribution or transmission projects.
- Experience with utility coordination and utility conflict resolution.
- Experience using engineering calculation tools such as GasCalc, Pipeline Toolbox, or similar software.
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) preferred.
- Strong technical writing, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently within a collaborative team environment.
- AutoCAD Civil 3D
- AUD (Automated Utility Design)
- GasCalc
- Pipeline Toolbox
- OpenRoads (Preferred)
Meet Your Recruiter
Alex Martyn
Technical Recruiter
Alex is a Recruiter at Sterling Engineering, supporting the Energy and Infrastructure Division. As someone new to both recruiting and Sterling, Alex brings enthusiasm, curiosity, and a relationship-first approach to helping candidates navigate new career opportunities.
Alex’s passion for recruiting stems from the opportunity to help others achieve continued career growth, long-term happiness, and professional success. Alex enjoys building new relationships every day and takes pride in connecting with candidates to better understand their goals, strengths, and next steps.
Outside of recruiting, Alex enjoys sports and spending time outdoors, making it easy for candidates to connect on both a professional and personal level. Whether talking through career goals or sharing favorite teams, outdoor activities, or personal interests, Alex values creating genuine conversations that help build trust throughout the recruiting process.