Sr. Project Engineer
Minneapolis, MN 55111 US
Job Description
Job Title: Sr. Project Engineer
Job Description:
This position is responsible for independently performing detailed engineering design on a variety of engineering tasks; performing engineering tasks on multiple small to medium sized projects with a moderate to difficult level of technical difficulty; performing most assignments independently with instructions as to the general results expected; receiving technical guidance on unusual or complex problems and supervisory approval on proposed plans for projects; supervising other engineers or drafters/designers on assigned work.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Applying sound engineering knowledge of engineering principles and practices in broad areas of project assignments with little to no supervision or assistance from other engineers and managers
- Developing contacts with key engineers and officials in other organizations to confirm that engineering practices applied are consistent with current engineering standards, regulatory requirements, and current technological innovations
- Providing input to Project Managers, Directors, Sr. Directors, Vice Presidents and the Business Unit Leader concerning potential process and design improvements related to engineering design and technology
- Following systems of quality control and checking on all projects assigned
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited university (Engineer)
- Registration as a professional engineer is preferred
- Minimum of 3+ years of work experience in the Natural Gas (Pipeline or Facilities)/Electric industry/a related industry or demonstrated job knowledge. At least 3 years of the work experience must be at a Natural Gas/Liquids or Electric operating company or at an engineering consulting firm
- Registration as a professional engineer is preferred