Technical Lead - Distribution

Title: Technical Lead – Gas Distribution Engineer

Location: Remote (Must reside in the United States)

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As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.

We are seeking a Technical Lead – Gas Distribution Engineer with 3 to 6 years of engineering experience to join our growing remote team. The ideal candidate will be hands‑on, proactive, and capable of balancing a high volume of small‑scale projects. This role involves both technical leadership and mentorship responsibilities, making it ideal for someone who is looking to grow into a strategic role while still being engaged in day‑to‑day project execution.

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers and drafters in gas distribution design projects.
• Manage a high volume of small projects with a strong focus on quality and deadlines.
• Communicate proactively across disciplines and with internal/external stakeholders.
• Perform hands‑on design using AutoCAD, adhering to established drafting standards.
• Interpret and apply civil plans, existing and proposed utility layouts, and land rights.
• Ensure compliance with project‑specific and jurisdictional design plan requirements.
• Collaborate on innovative design solutions, especially in RNG, biogas, and hydrogen systems.
• Utilize and understand Sidwell maps for property and easement data integration.

• Required Qualifications:
  • Engineering degree from an accredited institution; PE eligibility required.
  • 3–6 years of relevant engineering experience.
  • Familiarity with natural gas distribution design is essential.
  • Working knowledge of AutoCAD, including practical design application and standard etiquette.
  • Understanding of Sidwell maps, land rights, and civil plan interpretation.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a remote team.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience working with Nicor Gas and/or North Shore Gas (NSG) standards.
  • Exposure to RNG, biogas, and/or hydrogen gas infrastructure design.
  • Prior experience in a technical leadership or team mentoring role.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organized with a high sense of urgency.
• Innovative and process‑oriented with strong problem‑solving skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset; not afraid to roll up sleeves and lead by example.
• Emotionally intelligent, dependable, and resilient under pressure.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.