Design Engineer-Entry Level

KERAMIDA is seeking an entry-level Design Engineer to join our growing engineering team. This opening supports the design and development of natural gas and utility infrastructure. We’re looking for a motivated individual with strong technical skills, a collaborative mindset, and a desire to make a lasting impact in the energy and utility sectors.  

Key Responsibilities:  

• Develop safe, efficient, and high-quality engineering designs for natural gas pipelines, pressure regulating stations, POD sites, and other natural gas-related facilities. 
• Ensure all designs adhere to applicable policies, industry standards, and federal, state, and local codes and regulations 
• Prepare, review, and maintain detailed construction drawings, permitting documents, and design packages 
• Conduct engineering evaluations and develop cost estimates for proposed utility infrastructure 
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including survey, permitting, construction, and environmental staff to design and execute projects efficiently 

Qualifications and Education: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, Petroleum, or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program. 
• EIT certification (preferred), or in progress. 
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites as needed. 

Technical Skills: 

• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D, GIS, fluid modeling software, or similar design software. 
• Willingness and ability to learn and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., PHMSA, PUC, DOT) 
• Ability to learn and apply PHMSA, DOT 49 CFR Part 192, and PUC requirements to design documents 

Soft Skills: 

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. 
• Strong organizational and time management skills. 
• Willingness to learn, take initiative, and work collaboratively within a team. 

Design Tasks: 

• Perform detailed design of steel and polyethylene (PE) natural gas piping systems, including proper material selection, wall thickness calculations, and joint design. 
• Develop P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams) and isometric drawings for regulator stations, valve assemblies, and pressure reduction stations. 
• Size and route aboveground and underground piping in accordance with ASME B31.8, API, and local utility standards. 
• Design meter sets, pressure regulator configurations, and overpressure protection systems. 
• Incorporate thermal expansion, pipe supports, thrust restraints, and anchoring systems into piping layouts. 
• Incorporate safety factors for class location, MAOP (maximum allowable operating pressure), and pipeline integrity 

Engineering & Analysis: 

• Calculate gas flow rates, pressure drops, and load demands to ensure proper system sizing. 
• Conduct stress analysis on high-pressure piping systems utilizing software tools, as needed. 
• Evaluate hydraulic modeling results and apply data to inform system layout and material specifications. 
• Interpret and incorporate field survey data, utility locates, and subsurface information into piping design.