Construction Engineer

About the role

The Distribution Construction Engineer provides engineering support for gas and electric growth, expansion projects, extensions, rebuilds, relocations, and assists with operating electric and natural gas utilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for gas and electric growth, expansion projects, extensions, rebuilds, relocations, and assists with operating electric and natural gas utilities
• Design electric and/or natural gas facilities following the Capital Business Processes
• Supervise projects and oversee contract and company construction crews
• Perform computer related functions such as engineering analysis, drawing, spreadsheets, and database compilations
• Compile and write technical reports
• Respond to customers' needs by performing field investigations
• Survey and inspect routes
• Avoid cost estimates that do not meet company standards and current tariffs
• Assist in developing project-specific capital budgets
• Afford assistance and closely work with the Division operations
• Complete on-call after-hours duties, periodically, for one week at a time; this requires the individual to reside in the greater metro area; includes response to emergency situations and calling personnel out for after-hours activities
• Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance is an essential function of this position, consistent with applicable laws and reasonable accommodation requirements

Requirements

• Must have a B.S. degree in Engineering
• Ability to obtain a Professional Engineer's License is preferred
• Working knowledge and experience in construction and design preferred
• Experience with SAP, line design and DDS preferred
• Knowledge of International Fuel Gas Code, NESC, NEC, and the DOT. Part 191 and 192 is preferred
• General understanding of survey and inspection techniques and microprocessor-based equipment preferred
• Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record
• Get Into Energy - Energy Industry Fundamental 2.0 certification is a plus (click the link to certify at no cost)

Qualifications

All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics. Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives.

Skills

• Ability to maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance is an essential function of this position, consistent with applicable laws and reasonable accommodation requirements

Benefits

We Offer Great Benefits
NorthWestern Energy is a fully regulated electric and natural gas utility serving Montana, South Dakota and Nebraska. We employ over 1,600 amazing people and serve over 800,000 customers who are our neighbors in our communities. We are a top employer and offer competitive benefits, including:

• 401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%
• Healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents, Health Savings Account (HSA), healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Programs (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents to include financial heath)
• Life Insurance (Company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available)
• Continuing education reimbursement
• Competitive pay (Scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities.)
• Paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities
• Paid parental leave
• Paid bereavement leave
• Paid training opportunities
• Paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays

Pay

Pay range: $67,000 to $129,000 per year

Schedule

Employment Status: Regular Full-time

Requisition

Requisition #5027

Posting Dates

June 26, 2026 through Open Until Filled

Department/Division

Operations

Employment Physical

Required

Drug Test

Required

Background Check

Required

Relocation Benefit

Negotiable

Telecommuting

Part-time within Great Falls Division service territory negotiable following the completion of an in office training period

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal or state laws and statutes.