Title: Field Service Engineer
Location: Shelbyville, KY
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $65,000+ (Higher compensation available based on experience)
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with 10% company contribution, 19 days PTO, Bonus Eligibility
Sterling Engineering is looking for an Engineer I in Shelbyville, KY. This opportunity is with a growing engineering consulting firm supporting utility and natural gas infrastructure projects throughout the United States.
Job Duties:
- Perform field inspections, equipment testing, troubleshooting, and technical support activities.
- Conduct basic natural gas design calculations for piping, pipelines, regulator stations, relief valves, and related systems.
- Prepare and maintain engineering drawings and documentation using AutoCAD Civil 3D and other CAD software.
- Set up files, sheets, title blocks, notes, and general details as part of project drawing packages.
- Collaborate with Engineers, Project Managers, and Field Personnel to determine project requirements and priorities.
- Review and interpret pipeline safety codes, regulations, and technical manuals.
- Participate in leak surveys, inspections, and code compliance reviews.
- Support pipeline inspections and prepare required documentation and reports.
- Interface directly with clients and regulatory agencies as needed.
- Maintain compliance records and project documentation.
- Travel to project sites for inspections, surveys, and field support activities.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Civil Engineering required.
- 0-3 years of engineering experience.
- Mechanical aptitude and willingness to work both in the field and office environments.
- Comfortable working outdoors and traveling as needed.
- Ability to read, interpret, and apply technical codes, standards, and manuals.
- Experience with AutoCAD or CAD software; Civil 3D experience is preferred.
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office and SharePoint.
- Utility, natural gas, or project management experience is a plus.
- Experience with documentation standards, material specifications, and bills of material (BOMs) is preferred.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
Additional Information:
- Approximately 40-50% field work and 50-60% office work.
- Travel includes day trips and occasional overnight stays.
- Company-provided vehicle available for local travel.
- Extensive training program including technical modules, testing, and field qualification requirements.
- Two-step interview process consisting of a virtual interview followed by an onsite interview.
- Bonus eligibility begins after one year of employment.
- Benefits become effective on the first of the month following 30 days of employment.
- Eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan after six months of employment.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation,