Metropolitan Utilities District is seeking an Engineer I for their Infrastructure Integrity division. The role involves designing construction plans, preparing specifications for gas and water distribution systems, and conducting engineering studies under general supervision.
Responsibilities
- Perform engineering studies and evaluations and prepare reports on various items concerning District distribution facilities, buildings, plants, equipment and operations
- Design construction plans and prepare specifications for the gas and/or water distribution systems
- Create and analyze gas and/or water distribution system models
- Assist in preparing specifications for purchase of materials and equipment
- Assist in reviewing, evaluating, and recommending acceptance and award of bids and contracts
- Provide engineering inspection for equipment installations, construction work, and creation of record documents
- Work with other engineers and technicians on engineering design projects
- Inspect existing facilities and equipment and recommend maintenance, repair and/or replacement
- Prepare project cost and budget estimates
- Assist in project scheduling
- Provide and maintain due diligence on all projects from inception through completion regarding sound fiscal responsibility for District funds while always acting in the best interest of customer rate payers
- Assist other engineers as needed or directed by the supervisor
- Drive to District job sites
- Train in the duties of, and advance toward progression to, Engineer II
- Fulfill responsibilities common to all Supervisory, Professional and Administrative positions as stated
- Perform a variety of other duties as assigned
- Understand and comply with all District policies and procedures
Skills
- Bachelor's Degree of Science degree in Engineering, preferably Civil or Mechanical Engineering, from an ABET-accredited Engineering program
- Have and maintain a valid driver's license Upon Hire
- Employee(s) in this position are covered under the Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol testing provisions. This includes post-offer, random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, follow-up, and return to duty testing. Upon Hire
- Ability to read and understand construction drawings/prints
- Ability to effectively work on multiple projects in all stages of design simultaneously and work independently
- Demonstrate attention to detail
- Demonstrate good time management skills
- Proficiency with personal computers, tablets, and/or other electronic devices to include familiarity with, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word) and enterprise wide software (e.g., SAP)
- Ability to learn new or upgraded computer software as required
- Efficient written and verbal communication skills, in English, to assist internal and external customers, co-workers and management professionally, regardless of provocation
- Ability to work outside in all types of weather and terrain
- Previously passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam
- Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) experience
Benefits
- Hybrid Flexible Work Arrangement
Company Overview
- Metropolitan Utilities District mission is to provide safe, reliable and cost-effective natural gas and water services to our community. It was founded in 1921, and is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is https://mudomaha.com.
Company H1B Sponsorship
- Metropolitan Utilities District has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 10 in 2025, 3 in 2024, 5 in 2023, 6 in 2022, 4 in 2021, 4 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.