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Location: Naperville, IL

Contract- 1 Year

Client- Nicor Gas

The Engineer 1 role is an entry-level engineering position responsible for supporting the design, planning, and construction of power-related systems. This role applies engineering principles, design standards, and software tools to develop construction packages and support field and maintenance teams.

The ideal candidate has foundational engineering knowledge, a strong work ethic, and the willingness to learn utility design, construction, and maintenance processes.

• Prioritize safety and support a safe work environment

• Apply engineering procedures, criteria, and design standards to project work

• Support estimate preparation and develop design options

• Prepare construction specifications and transmit construction packages

• Assist with materials estimating, design criteria development, and work documentation

• Gain working knowledge of utility planning, design, construction, and maintenance processes

• Support construction and maintenance teams during field operations

• Build productive relationships with internal teams, contractors, and vendors

• Provide oversight and quality assurance for contractors on engineering deliverables

• Utilize engineering and design software tools to develop work packages

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program

• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans (intermediate to advanced)

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Intermediate)

• Strong communication skills across all organizational levels

• Basic problem-solving and analytical skills

• Ability to follow established processes and work under guidance

• Degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certification

• Prior engineering internship or co-op (utility or energy experience preferred)

• Exposure to CAD or GIS tools (basic proficiency)

• Familiarity with hydraulics analysis and/or project management concepts