Project Designer II (Hybrid)

Job ID: 6324

Functional Area: Engineering

Position Type: Full-Time Regular

Relocation Provided: No

Location: El Paso, TX

Department: TECH SUPPORT

Internal / External: Internal and External

Experience Required: 1 - 3 Years

Position Description:

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Job Posting End Date: August 8, 2025

What You Will Do

Perform an intermediate level of project planning, design, cost estimation, and engineering drafting using multiple design and drafting platforms to create engineering and construction plans and estimates.

Utilize and consider information in engineering support and drafting engineering records, third-party civil site plans and utility infrastructure data, traffic control plans, governmental engineering plans, GIS data, highway/railroad crossing permits, right of way drawings and survey information, architectural/mechanical drawings and environmental impacts and permits.

Use Windows-based software, AutoCAD and Civil 3D, ESRI ArcMap GIS, Solidworks, Microsoft suite, adobe products and general knowledge of plotter equipment to create, edit and maintain data relevant to gas design, reports, system planning for subdivisions, private relocation, industrial meters and government relocation.

Enter construction project data into Maximo related to asset identification, field work orders, job plans, management of change orders and technical reviews.

Create, edit, and maintain GIS, CAD, and data relevant to gas design, reports, and system planning.

Identify potential project constraints, best approach and possible alternative for developing and completing projects.

Consider the impact and necessary requirements of construction easements and private right of way requirements as it pertains to engineering/construction plans and drawings.

Perform project estimation per company standards using proprietary Maximo CUE application by entering, accounting and planning for all aspects of pre-construction, construction, contract labor, restoration, and bill of materials.

Identify and acquire necessary public right-of-way, development, and general permits with city, county, railroad, canal, state and various environmental agencies.

Prioritize concurrent pipeline design projects to meet required deadlines on a consistent basis.

Incorporate required quality control measures and perform peer project reviews.

Collaborate with internal and external customers and government agencies to incorporate a diverse set of requirements and constraints into designs and to ensure designs meet the needs of stakeholders.

Generate cost estimates to be used for financial analysis of commercial projects, budgeting, and forecasting for capital expenditures.

Regular and reliable attendance is required.

Employee may perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

What You Will Need

Preferred associate's degree general studies, certification, or equivalent Computer Aided Design experience preferred.

Two or more years of experience required in pipeline design, drafting, project management and project estimations. Civil or mechanical engineering design experience preferred.

Working knowledge of civil site planning and design, construction logistics, distribution/transmission pipeline operations, government regulations, pipeline and mechanical design, land development, and utility and architectural design.

Apply basic arithmetic: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Apply decimals and percentages. Apply geometric formulas and ability to convert between various units.

Demonstrated ability in project management and research capability to handle all aspects of design projects from beginning to end.

Organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize projects effectively.

Demonstrated ability with survey notes, right of way information, maps, blueprints, and legal descriptions.

Knowledge of records, files, data systems, numbering systems, filing structures, and available resources. Must be able to retrieve and return records to their appropriate locations.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Interpersonal communication skills.

Read and write fluently in English.

Applicable driver's license. Requires travel to other company offices and facilities and to job sites.

Lift or move objects weighing up to 10 pounds 2 to 3 times a week; up to 30 pounds 3 to 4 times a month.

Stationary for extended periods.

Fine motor skills to draw minute details.

Operate tools and equipment as required.

Some field visits will be required to ensure correct location, assess site conditions, identify construction constraints and obstacles and discuss timelines.

Visual ability to perform job responsibilities.

Diversity at ONE Gas

Inclusion & Diversity is so important to us that we made it one of our core values, values that guide and direct our actions as we go about our daily business. We know that every employee makes a difference and contributes to our success through their unique talents and abilities. We also acknowledge that we can accomplish great things by listening and learning from each other.

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Position Requirements:

The job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of One Gas. Where positions are covered by a collective bargaining unit agreement, the terms and conditions of the agreement will apply.

ONE Gas, Inc., and its divisions will provide equal employment opportunity for qualified persons without regard to sex, race, religion, color, national origin, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, military status or genetic information.