Utility Project Engineer Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Cordoba Corporation is a leading engineering and program management firm based in California. We are seeking a Project Engineer I to join our Gas sector. The Project Engineer I supports the planning, design, and execution of Gas utility projects by applying foundational engineering principles and technical expertise. This role involves coordinating with cross-functional teams, reviewing engineering documents, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. The engineer contributes to project success through effective problem-solving, schedule monitoring, and process improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, collaborative, and eager to grow within a dynamic utility environment.

• Prepare and review engineering calculations, designs, specifications, standards, studies, and cost estimates to support moderate-sized projects and tasks managed by others.
• Apply technical expertise to resolve operational and engineering problems and provide sound recommendations across various disciplines and project teams.
• Manage and coordinate small projects and tasks, including scope development, budgeting, scheduling, permitting, design, procurement, and startup, ensuring successful completion and alignment with Company objectives.
• Participate in meetings to review revision of Gas Standards, providing input and recommending updates to reflect regulatory changes, operational improvements, and economic considerations.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external stakeholders to monitor progress, resolve issues, and manage changes to engineering scope, budget, and schedule.
• Stay current with applicable state and federal regulations, Gas industry standards, company standards, rules, and tariffs.
• Maintain familiarity with Company operations, practices, policies, and procedures to effectively support client requests and internal assignments.
• Assess project impacts on Company facilities, programs, and operations, and identify opportunities to improve systems, processes, and data accessibility at the team level.
• Communicate ideas and solutions confidently and respectfully in team discussions, while actively participating in construction and constructability reviews to ensure practical and effective project execution.
• Coordinate engineering and design activities, support discipline leads in executing their responsibilities and ensure alignment with project goals.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required
• 3 years of Gas utilities engineering experience required without EIT (Engineer in Training) certification
• 2 years of Gas utilities engineering experience required with EIT (Engineer in Training) certification
• Proficiency using the Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience using SAP and GIS preferred
• Experience working on multiple discipline projects
• Time management and organizational skills
• Ability to read and interpret documents; safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to create design drawings
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Excellent communication skills and demonstrated potential for leadership

Pay Range: $28.85 - $37.50 per hour

Work Location: Hybrid 3-4 days per week in the Los Angeles, CA office

Visa Sponsorship: Legal authorization to work in the U.S.A. on a full-time basis without sponsorship

Physical Requirements: Ability to pass a pre-authorized physical including a drug-screening and background check

Cordoba Corporation, Making a Difference

Cordoba Corporation is a nationally recognized civil engineering, construction management, program management, and planning firm. Our expertise spans diverse sectors, including education and facilities, transportation, water, and energy. Collaborating closely with our clients, we have successfully delivered complex and high-impact infrastructure projects across California.

National Recognition - Cordoba’s efforts have garnered national acclaim. Engineering News-Record (ENR) has consistently ranked us as a “top 100 construction management firm” and a “top 50 program management firm.” Additionally, ENR recognized Cordoba as a “top 100 design firm” in California in 2018. Our business model emphasizes efficiency, fostering a dynamic work environment. We approach projects with multifaceted strategies, ensuring successful outcomes.

Statewide Presence - With headquarters in Los Angeles, Cordoba maintains a strong statewide presence. Our offices extend to San Francisco, Sacramento, San Ramon, Chatsworth, Santa Ana, Ontario, and San Diego.

Enhancing Employee Well-Being

Benefits and Perks: We offer multiple medical and dental insurance plans, as well as vision insurance. Plans are subsidized for both employees and dependents with coverage effective the first month after hire.  Additionally, Cordoba provides employees with paid AD&D and life insurance, a 401k with an industry leading employer match, generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 9 paid holidays, and other forms of paid time off.  We also offer flexible spending accounts (FSA’s) including medical care reimbursement, dependent care reimbursement, and commuter benefit plans. Employees are also eligible for our employee assistance program and well-being benefits that include stress management, nutrition, and financial well-being.

Cordoba Corporation provides equal employment opportunities, promoting diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

Harassment-Free Workplace: We strictly prohibit workplace harassment based on any factor, including race, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. Cordoba is committed to fostering a healthy and happy lifestyle for our employees, both within and beyond the workplace.

For inquiries or accommodations, please contact our HR Department at: (213) 895-0224.

Join Cordoba Corporation and be part of shaping California’s future!

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