Pipeline/HDD Design Engineer

TL;DR

Pipeline/HDD Design Engineer (Natural Gas): Designing, analyzing, and overseeing natural gas pipeline transmission and distribution projects with an accent on HDD plan/profile development, feasibility studies, and subsurface exploration and contingency planning. Focus on producing detailed engineering plans, drawings, and specifications while coordinating across environmental, regulatory, and construction teams to deliver safe, compliant projects on time and within budget.

Location: Can be based anywhere in the US

Salary: $125,900–$207,000 per year

Company

hirify.global is a consulting and engineering company supporting energy and infrastructure projects.

What you will do

• Design, analyze, and oversee natural gas transmission and distribution pipeline projects.
• Run feasibility studies including route selection, material specification, and cost estimation.
• Create detailed engineering plans, drawings, and specifications for pipeline construction and maintenance.
• Develop HDD plan/profile, site-specific plans, and inadvertent return response and contingency plans.
• Produce subsurface exploration, hydrofracture analysis, feasibility, and design contingency plan reports.
• Coordinate with environmental, regulatory, and construction teams; manage timelines, budgets, and resources while ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive gas engineering experience with a significant focus on linear pipeline design (including HDD) and natural gas projects.
• CAD experience, including AutoCAD Civil 3D, and experience with pipeline engineering software.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and strong technical written communication.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. (E-Verify participation).

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time benefits eligible role with 4 weeks of paid vacation from day one.
• 10 paid holidays and generous benefits and compensation packages.
• Remote, in-office, or hybrid work arrangements; remote employees may travel for in-person meetings and all-staff events.
• Annual career-related training to support leadership growth.
• Bonus eligible; occasional travel may be required based on project needs.