Natural Gas Engineer-In-Training

Overview

Kimley-Horn’s Charlotte office is growing, and we’re looking for a Mechanical or Civil EI/EIT to join our Energy & Natural Gas team. This role is ideal for an engineer who wants to work on large-scale, real-world infrastructure projects while continuing to build technical depth, project ownership, and cross-discipline experience.

You’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and designers to deliver complex energy and natural gas projects across multiple markets and geographies. From major pipeline systems to control stations and power generation facilities, this role offers hands‑on involvement in projects that keep communities and industries running. This is NOT a remote position.

• Transmission and distribution pipeline systems
• Metering and regulation stations
• Remote valve sites
• Natural gas generation and power plant facilities

• Performing engineering design, calculations, and analyses for complex natural gas projects
• Developing construction drawings and technical details for multidisciplinary designs
• Applying applicable codes and standards (including 49 CFR Part 192 and ASME B31.8)
• Assisting with project planning, schedules, and budgets
• Coordinating with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders
• Participating in client meetings and supporting quality control efforts

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Civil Engineering
• 2–6 years of relevant engineering design experience in natural gas, energy, or oil & gas
• Working knowledge of industry codes and standards (49 CFR Part 192, ASME B31.3/8)
• Experience producing engineering plans, calculations, and construction documents
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and CADWORX
• Ability to manage tasks, prioritize work, and collaborate across teams

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or F.E. and progressing towards P.E.
• Exposure to project management or task leadership
• Experience with permitting, agency coordination, and regulatory compliance

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit‑sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage:
  Low‑cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off:
  Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half‑day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness:
  Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance‑based bonuses.
• Professional Development:
  Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits:
  New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.