Project Engineer I

Project Engineer I

Location: Salt Lake City, Utah Country: United States Category: Engineering Workplace: Onsite Employment Type: Contract Posted Date: October 29, 2026 Job ID: 653408

Job Description

Title Project Engineer I

Location - Salt Lake City UT

1 year contract

Pay 40-43 per hour

The Project Execution Engineer provides engineering, project management, and construction coordination support for natural gas pipeline capital projects. This role supports projects throughout the full lifecycle, including planning, design, bidding, construction, and closeout.

The engineer applies technical analysis, engineering principles, and project management skills to resolve technical and construction issues and ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget. This position works closely with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, contractors, inspectors, municipalities, property owners, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Engineering and Technical Support

• Perform engineering calculations, technical analyses, and evaluations to support pipeline design and project execution.

• Review engineering drawings, plans, specifications, and construction documents for accuracy, constructability, and compliance with applicable standards and requirements.

• Evaluate natural gas system capacity, pressure requirements, and operational needs as required.

• Develop project scopes, cost estimates, and material orders.

• Assess field conditions and proposed construction changes for potential impacts to safety, design, operations, scope, cost, and schedule.

• Project Planning and Construction Execution

• Manage assigned projects through planning, design, bidding, construction, and closeout.

• Prepare bid packages and support contractor evaluation and selection.

• Coordinate project kickoff meetings, construction readiness, schedules, resource planning, and execution activities.

• Monitor contractor performance to ensure compliance with project requirements, schedules, and contractual obligations.

• Coordinate contractor, inspector, and field resource scheduling with project teams.

• Support permitting activities and coordinate with municipalities and permitting authorities.

• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, contractors, inspectors, environmental representatives, property owners, and other stakeholders.

• Initiate field change orders, support purchase order management and contract modifications, and coordinate required approvals.

• Identify, document, and resolve engineering and construction issues, escalating concerns as needed.

• Project Controls and Closeout

• Track project progress, budgets, forecasts, and schedules.

• Identify project risks, assess potential impacts, and coordinate mitigation efforts.

• Communicate project status, technical issues, risks, and schedule changes to project teams, stakeholders, and leadership.

• Maintain accurate project documentation, including engineering calculations, technical decisions, approved changes, construction records, and closeout packages.

• Coordinate project closeout, record management, and required system updates.

• Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited program. Civil, Mechanical, Chemical, or a related engineering discipline is preferred.

• 2-4 years of experience in engineering, utilities, construction management, project execution, or construction project management.

• Ability to perform engineering calculations and technical evaluations using standard engineering tools and software.

• Experience interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, codes, and regulatory requirements.

• Strong project management, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to analyze technical data and develop sound engineering recommendations.

• Strong written, verbal, and technical communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple assignments independently while collaborating across functional teams.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Oracle, and other engineering or project management software.

• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as needed.

• Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with natural gas distribution systems, utility construction, or infrastructure projects.

• Knowledge of natural gas system design, pipeline construction, pressure regulation, and utility operations.

• Experience with gas network modeling or hydraulic analysis software.

• Familiarity with permitting processes, municipal coordination, and regulatory requirements.

• Experience with contractor oversight, capital project delivery, and project management practices.

• Working Conditions

• Approximately 30% office-based work and 70% travel to field locations, construction sites, and other offices.

• Regular exposure to active construction sites and utility work environments.

• Must be comfortable working in both office and field settings.