Thompson Pipe Group – Pressure Division specializes in design and manufacture of concrete pressure pipe and steel water pipe. Pipelines are designed and produced as an engineered to order product on a per project basis.

This role within our Project Engineering group serves as an intermediate role between technical support staff and senior Product Design staff. Members in this role are typically entry-level to intermediate in their technical career. Selection for this role is intended for movement elsewhere within the company. Persons that excel in this role will posses the necessary background to contribute effectively in a wide range of other roles.

The primary deliverable from the Project Engineer is the engineered-to-order project drawings for our concrete pressure pipe products. Projects range from simple dam jobs to complex power and treatment plants.

Reading and understanding piping plans and specifications is essential. General technical ability to read and understand technical drawings required, other training provided as required.

Technical Skills & Experience

Education: Bachelor’s in Engineering or related Field

Preferred Disciplines

Qualifications:
• Education, Licensing, and Certifications Required:
• An undergraduate degree (in a related field) or equivalent professional experience is preferred, but not required.
• Engineer-in-Training certification is of benefit but not required.

• Minimum of two years of work experience in a related field preferred.

Technical Preference:
• Civil or mechanical engineering or other similar technical discipline
• Knowledge of land surveying practices or construction management a plus
• Previous project engineering experience is of benefit
• Practical construction experience is of benefit

Skills and Knowledge Required:
• Proficient in using MS Office products or equivalent suite of tools.
• Proficient in AutoCad, Release 2016 or higher
• Thorough understanding of algebra, geometry and trigonometry
• Provide excellent customer service
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communications to correspond with technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work independently and as a member or leader of a team with minimal supervision.

• Ability to travel

Responsibilities:
• Preparation of pipeline layout and fabrication drawings
• Large diameter pipe and fittings design

• Thrust restraint design
• Apply mathematical knowledge to solve engineering problems
• Manage compliance with standards and specifications for quality control and assurance
• Maintain budget and scheduling to maximize efficiency.
• Other duties as required.