Project Engineer II - Gas Utilities

Cordoba Corporation is a leading engineering and program management firm based in California. We are seeking a Project Engineer II to join our Gas sector. The Project Engineer II 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.

• Lead and coordinate engineering and design efforts for projects, working closely with designers and discipline leads to develop design drawings, oversee drawing production, and ensure alignment with project goals.

• Apply advanced technical expertise to resolve complex engineering design and testing problems, select special design options, and integrate technical activities and products across disciplines.

• Support project development by reviewing proposals and plans, determining specifications, conducting technical studies, preparing cost estimates, and recommending actions based on project trends and data.

• Evaluate and approve design changes, specifications, and drawing releases; may review low to moderately complex construction drawings and provide official approval stamp per management discretion.

• Review low to moderately complex construction drawings and coordinate with the expediting group to ensure timely review and return of vendor drawings, assist with vendor and subcontractor bidding and selection.

• Contribute to the publication of technical documents and participate in meetings to review proposed changes to codes and standards.

• Interact with clients to assess needs and requirements, represent their interests, and ensure procedures are established and followed by both internal teams and clients.

• Interpret and apply state and federal codes, Gas industry standards, company standards, rules, and tariffs to reflect regulatory changes and operational improvements.

• Oversee visual survey activities and ensure survey data is used effectively for design, model reviews, clash detection, and dimensional control verification.

• Monitor purchase commitments and subcontracts to ensure timely delivery of materials and execution of work in accordance with project requirements.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required

• 5+ years of Gas utilities engineering experience required

• EIT (Engineer in Training) certification required

• Proficiency using the Microsoft Office Suite

• Experience using SAP and GIS preferred

• Demonstrated evidence of leadership, conflict resolution, negotiation, and persuasiveness

• Ability to read and interpret documents; safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

• Experience working on multiple discipline projects

• Ability to identify create design drawings

• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence

• Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills

Pay Range: $40.00 - $50.00 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