Oil and Gas Project Engineer

Oil and Gas Project Engineer

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At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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We believe electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you’ll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for more than a century.

You’ll work side-by-side with these experts and contribute to reliable, resilient and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation and leave your mark on our energy future.

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

Primary Responsibilities

In the role of multidisciplinary Oil and Gas Project Engineer, we'll count on you to do the following: Lead engineering duties for multi-disciplined natural gas pipelines, liquids pipelines, and facility projects as part of a rapidly expanding Oil & Gas program within the United States. As well as mentor younger engineering staff on the design codes and considerations in these fields.

Typical projects could include pipeline mainline, trenchless installations, and/or associated facilities (i.e. metering / regulation, compression, over-pressure protection, and/or storage).

Associated engineering duties could include reviewing and/or performing linear pipeline design and associated calculations, verifying code and standard compliance, quality checks, reviewing manufacturers drawings, preparing procurement specifications and construction documents, bid evaluations, conceptual design studies, report writing, selecting materials and equipment, observing construction, participating in project meetings, project permitting, and other similar tasks as assigned.

On occasion, the position will be asked to manage task level efforts on projects and could function as a deputy Project Manager.

The position will include travel for internal project team meetings, meetings with clients, contractors and vendors. Travel is typically less than 20% but will be based on current workload as well as a candidate’s preference.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of related oil and gas industry experience.
• Experience with natural gas pipelines as well as trenchless crossings is preferred.
• Experience with natural gas regulating facilities is preferred.
• Candidates must be able to perform other project tasks involving site investigation, evaluation of permitting requirements, evaluation of environmental conditions, and determination.
• Experience in interfacing with Federal, State, and local agencies as well as community boards for project planning is beneficial.
• Preferred computer skills include AutoCAD, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Earth. ArcGIS is also strongly preferred.
• Candidates must be self-motivated, creative and have strong organizational, inter-personal communication, writing and presentation skills. Candidates must be able to function with little direction to meet project goals and able to take conceptual direction for project tasks and developed detail plans to complete task
• A valid driver’s license and safe driving record is required.

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
• Previous experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector.
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office as well as standard Power Market Sector design software. (examples include PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, and Revit)
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement.

The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Colorado: $88,704.00 - $135,720.00

Primary Location

United States-Colorado-Denver

Industry

Industrial

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass

Industrial Services

Job Posting

Jul 15, 2026