Civil Gas Engineer

Lexington, Kentucky, United States

• Category: Civil Engineering

Description

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Are we the road to your future?

We are currently searching for an experienced Civil Gas Engineer to support our Midwest Region located in Lexington, KY. 

To be considered for this position, applicants must have, at minimum, a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.

What you’ll be doing:

• Design and oversee natural gas transmission and distribution systems
• Prepare and review engineering plans, specifications, and cost estimates 
• Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments for gas infrastructure projects
• Supervise technicians and drafters in preparing gas system plans
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Prepare and submit required documentation and permits
• Perform site inspections and monitor construction progress 
• Use CAD and other engineering software for system design and modeling
• Communicate with stakeholders including city officials, contractors, and the public
• Provide technical support and training to junior staff

What you need to have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or ability to obtain
• 1 – 3 years of experience in gas engineering or related field
• Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines
• If applicable to the position, a post offer fit for duty evaluation to ensure the individual can safely perform the essential functions of the role
• Valid driver’s license
• A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)

Why Volkert?

Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities. At Volkert, we pride ourselves on providing all of our employees with competitive compensation, positive work/life balance, and professional development opportunities, as well as fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace in all of our offices nationwide.

Key Benefits:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
• Wellness incentives
• Student Debt Retirement Match
• Additional voluntary benefits

Company

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Volkert

Volkert, Inc. is an employee-owned infrastructure engineering firm serving state and federal agencies, local and municipal governments, private industry and select international clients. Founded in 1925, Volkert’s growth from a regional engineering firm has matured to include a national and international client base. Ranked as one of the top U.S. engineering firms, Engineering News Record lists Volkert as #98 in the Top 500 Design Firms in the United States.

The firm’s staff of 800 includes planners, multi-disciplinary engineers, construction engineers, environmental specialists, program/construction managers, real estate specialists and landscape architects.

Headquartered in Mobile, Alabama, Volkert has offices in 10 states and the District of Columbia, with experience and/or professional registrations throughout the United States.