Engineer III

Primary Talent Partners has a new contract opening for an Engineer III with a large power and utilities client in Charlotte, NC. This is a 24‑month contract with potential for extension.

About the role

Serve as the district engineer for the Winston‑Salem, Greensboro, Burlington, High Point, and Reidsville districts in North Carolina. Design meter sets, services, and stations, and review work for non‑engineering groups in your district. Assist with review and updating of standards and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Act as the “district” engineer for Winston‑Salem, Greensboro, Burlington, High Point, and Reidsville districts in North Carolina.
• Design meter sets, services, stations, and review work for non‑engineering groups in your district.
• Assist with review and updating of standards and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET‑accredited program (Civil or Mechanical preferred); a Master’s degree in engineering may substitute for the B.S.
• Minimum 4 years of natural gas engineering experience at a “Fully Meets” performance level.
• Ideal candidate has gas utility experience or a natural gas transmission background.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and able to sit on Primary Talent Partners W2 without sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with Federal Code CFR 192.
• Experience with natural gas relevant ANSI, ASTM, and API codes.
• Proficiency in gas engineering theories and principles relating to design of meter sets, services, and stations.
• Proficiency in researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing/presenting recommendations.
• Ability to work with individuals from diverse socio‑economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with principles of project management.
• Experience in the utility industry.
• State registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) is desired.

Working conditions

Hybrid — work performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. Hybrid workers should live within a reasonable commute to Charlotte, NC. Travel to project sites and project kickoffs in your assigned area is required.

Pay

$50.00 – $55.00 per hour; W2 contract, no PTO, no traditional benefits. ACA‑compliant supplemental package available for enrollment.