Designer

Chesapeake Utilities Corp

Port Saint Lucie, FL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
AutoCAD, Business Solutions, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Calculators, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Projects, Customer Relations, DNA, Distribution Operations, Documentation, Driver's License, Easements, Establish Priorities, Field Trials, GPS (Global Positioning System), Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Industry Standards, Maintain Compliance, Marketing, Mathematics, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Windows Operating System, Microsoft Word, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Project Design, Project Development, Project Schedule, Record Keeping, Regional Sales, Regulations, Regulatory Requirements, Safety/Work Safety, System Operations, Web/Electronic Surveys
LOCATION
Port Saint Lucie, FL
POSTED
21 days ago

Designer

Hybrid - Port St. Lucie

Your role in our success will be:

This is an advanced technical position in the Engineering Department. Supports distribution operations in regulatory affairs and facility design. Evaluates, plans, and designs major construction projects. Secures regulatory approvals to complete project installations. Facilitates project development in conjunction with District Operations and Sales & Marketing, including managing and prioritizing project design schedules. Coordinates with GIS to ensure accurate and up-to-date records of the gas distribution system.

What you'll be working on:

  • Assist the Engineering Manager with planning and design on various design projects, prioritize project schedules, and staff assignments.
  • Prepares, reviews, and approves distribution system project Tie-in, Gas Up, Gas Out procedures on projects.
  • Represents the Department at meetings with regulatory and permitting agencies.
  • Design distribution system projects including expansion, renewals, reinforcing and relocation projects.
  • Prepares and submits design drawing and permit applications for new services and retirement of existing services.
  • Prepares base maps using GPS equipment to locate existing field conditions.
  • Secure permits, rights-of-way and other regulatory permits.
  • Reviews, comments, and approves project drawings prior to release to Field Coordinators and permitting agencies.
  • Create and review project construction folders for completeness prior to release to Field Coordinators.
  • Complete essential documentation for projects.
  • Act as a department liaison with District Operations and Energy Services / Marketing Division.
  • Ensures compliance with the Department CAD standards and templates.
  • Assist in distribution system operations.
  • Assist in the design of Meter and Regulator Stations.
  • Coordination with GIS on completed construction projects
  • Gathers field information and prepares easement agreements, easement drawings, and descriptions.
  • Assists with other duties as assigned.
  • Knowledge of, supports and participates in the Company's Brand DNA, Service Excellence Standards and the Shield Safety Program.

Where you will be working:

  • Office environment
  • At our site in Port St. Lucie, FL
  • Work around construction sites
  • Work in or around traffic while performing field surveys and other field tasks
  • Work around hazardous / flammable products
  • Possible out of town overnight assignments

Who you are:

  • Associates degree or higher, specialized training in CAD
  • 5-10 years of experience
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Extensive knowledge of AutoCAD and ability to create, perform edits and revisions
  • Knowledge of materials, software, and equipment used for drafting, surveying and electronic mapping including GPS
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering plans prepared by others (internal and external)
  • Advanced mathematics
  • Ability to use an engineer's scale and scientific calculator
  • Proficient in the use of standard business software (Microsoft Word, Excel and Windows)
  • Excellent communication and customer relation skills
  • Excellent record keeping skills
  • Federal, State, Municipal, railroad regulatory permitting requirements
  • Company and industry standards, designs and practices
  • Company safety rules, regulations, procedures, policies and manuals
  • Performs work tasks and activities in a safe and conscientious manner
  • Normal level of visual and hearing ability

What makes us great:

At the heart of our Company is a dedication to delivering energy that drives progress. We put people first, work to keep them safe and build trusting relationships.

What's in it For You:

  • Competitive base salary
  • Fantastic opportunities for career growth
  • Cooperative, supportive and empowered team atmosphere
  • Annual bonus and salary increase opportunities
  • Monthly recognition events
  • Endless wellness initiatives and community events
  • Robust and customizable benefit packages-choose what works best with your life. Options include generous 401k, Medical, dental and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, compensated volunteer hours and MORE!

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Applicants with a disability that need assistance applying for a position may email careers@chpk.com

About the Company

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Chesapeake Utilities Corp

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is a diversified energy company focused on delivering outstanding service and attaining sustainable growth that generates long-term value for our employees, customers, investors, and other stakeholders. Our success in these efforts is due to our employees’ relentless commitment to excellence, our comprehensive strategic planning and our disciplined financial analysis of growth opportunities.  For more than 100 years, the Company has successfully delivered safe, secure, reliable and efficient solutions that are environmentally and economically smart. Chesapeake positions itself for long-term growth that creates superior value.  Chesapeake Utilities Corporation genuinely cares while turning aspirations into reality every day. We make meaningful connections with our peers, customers, communities, shareholders and partners.

We strive to provide operational excellence and positive experiences for our customers and the communities we serve. Chesapeake’s regulated energy businesses include natural gas distribution and transmission operations on the Delmarva Peninsula and in Florida, and electric distribution operations in Florida. Chesapeake’s unregulated energy businesses include its natural gas marketing subsidiary, its propane distribution operations, and its propane wholesale marketing subsidiary.

We have a talented workforce made of experienced professionals with diverse backgrounds who take pride in the work they do at Chesapeake. They are hard working people, who generously get involved in their communities because they care about them. At Chesapeake, we believe our employees make the difference, and we care about every one of them – every day. One way we show gratitude to our employees is through our Chesapeake Cares Program that focuses on employee morale and a satisfying work environment. One day each month we conduct an event focused on employee fun and fellowship. We recognize our employees’ contributions with a rewards and recognition program geared towards continuous growth and career development within the company.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Energy and Utilities
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Paid Sick Days, Parking, Performance Bonus, Prescription Drug Coverage, Professional Development, 401K, Stock Options, Employee Referral Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Events, Retirement / Pension Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Life Insurance, Merchandise Discounts
FOUNDED
1947
WEBSITE
http://www.chpk.com