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Field Engineer

NiSource
La Porte, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 23 Jul 2025
💰 $140,700/yr($67,900/yr$140,700/yr)

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Job Description

Job Summary
The Field Engineer is responsible for evaluation, design, and estimation of natural gas distribution facilities for new business, public and system improvement, and maintenance projects according to company standards and other applicable guidelines and codes. Natural gas distribution facilities may consist of main lines, service lines, and measurement & regulation equipment. The Field Engineer will provide technical assistance and support for Construction and Field Operations staff involved in the construction, operation, and maintenance of distribution facilities.  Collaborate and coordinate efforts with key stakeholders on projects of varying scopes and sizes including large distribution projects.  

Essential Functions

  • Evaluate, design, and estimate natural gas distribution facilities
  • Prepare permit applications and easement requests required on project designs
  • Determine best method to achieve goals and maintain flexibility, while requiring a level of support from others to complete tasks
  • Works cooperatively and is a supportive member of team, volunteers assistance
  • Prepare budget estimates seeking appropriate approvals in accordance with policy
  • Report on project variances when required by policy
  • Support Operations employees in emergency situations along with other course of business operations
  • Act as liaison to state, county, and local government officials
  • Conduct winter preparedness reviews demonstrating knowledge of the system and territory of responsibility
  • Accurately estimate and analyze financial information for all types of design projects
  • Ensure safe and reliable delivery of energy services while consistently looking for a better way
  • Consistent communication and collaboration with key stakeholders and business partners
  • Assists in daytime and after-hours emergency response support
  • Other duties as assigned

Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position

  • Master's Degree In Business or Engineering
  • Previous gas distribution engineering experience
  • Engineers in Training-EIT Certification Obtain EIT Certification

Required Qualifications For Position

Associate Engineer

  • Bachelor's Degree  in an ABET-accredited engineering or engineering technology program
  • Able to pass DOT random drug testing  
  • Valid driver's license  
  • Demonstrated ability to work well in team environment  
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.  

Field Eng 1

  • Bachelor’s of Science degree in an ABET-accredited engineering or engineering technology program    
  •   1+ years of job relevant of experience    
  • Knowledge of applicable federal, state and local codes  
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.  
  • Demonstrated knowledge of engineering principles, gas system design and budget management  
  • Demonstrated proficiency with industry codes, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures relative to gas utility engineering, construction, operations and safety.  
  • Familiarity with common computer applications  
  • Skilled in the use of Word, Excel and AutoCAD or equivalent applications.
  • Valid driver's license  

Field Eng 2

  • Bachelor’s of Science degree in an ABET-accredited engineering or engineering technology program    
  •   2+ years of job relevant experience     
  •   Experience in design of all major budget types, demonstrating knowledge gained and awareness of Gas Standards     
  • Knowledge of applicable federal, state and local codes  
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.  
  • Demonstrated knowledge of engineering principles, gas system design and budget management  
  • Demonstrated proficiency with industry codes, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures relative to gas utility engineering, construction, operations and safety.  
  • Demonstrates a basic understanding of federal, state and local codes that are applied within role  
  • Familiarity with common computer applications  
  • Skilled in the use of Word, Excel and AutoCAD or equivalent applications.  
  • Valid driver's license  

Field Eng 3

  • Bachelor’s of Science degree in an ABET-accredited engineering or engineering technology program    
  •   2+ years of job relevant experience     
  •   Experience in design of all major budget types, demonstrating knowledge gained and awareness of Gas Standards     

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