NineStar Connect - Project Engineer

Company Description

NineStar Connect is an innovative community-minded, communications, energy, water, and sewer cooperative. We provide the infrastructure that empowers thoughtful development and improves quality of place in Central Indiana. We believe that no matter where you choose to live or work, you should have access to high quality utility services that allow you an opportunity to thrive.

Career Development:

- We value employees that have a desire to learn and provide reimbursement funds for continuing education. We’re also committed to in-house training and ongoing development. 

Company Benefits:

- At NineStar Connect we offer a competitive array of benefits that include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k matching, paid parental leave, short term disability, long term disability, and life insurance along with profit sharing and various service discounts.

Wellness:

- We offer a variety of wellness programs with paid incentives as well as on-site fitness centers available at each office location. 

Job Description

We’re seeking a Project Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role is central to the design, coordination, and execution of infrastructure projects across all utility services. If you’re passionate about sustainable engineering, multi-utility systems, and community impact, this is the opportunity for you.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead engineering design and project planning across Electric, Telecom, Water, and Wastewater utilities.

• Oversee project execution including materials, timelines, budgeting, compliance, and construction coordination.

• Ensure engineering solutions align with internal standards and external regulations (RUS, NESC, IEEE, AWWA, IDEM, EPA, etc.).

• Manage documentation, GIS mapping, and quality control for infrastructure projects.

• Support cross-functional teams and coordinate with vendors, contractors, and regulatory bodies.

• Participate in the design of Water and Wastewater systems, fiber optics, substations, lift stations, and Smart Grid deployments.

• Keep up with emerging industry trends, technologies, and compliance requirements.

Qualifications

Required Knowledge & Experience

• Utility engineering experience (Electric, Telecom, Water, and Wastewater preferred).

• Strong working knowledge of regulatory codes: NESC, RUS, IEEE, AWWA, EPA, IDEM, etc.

• Proficiency in project management, engineering documentation, GIS mapping, and AutoCAD.

• Experience in staking/design practices, permitting processes, and multi-utility construction.

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Engineering degree strongly preferred.

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in utility design, engineering, or construction management (experience in multiple utility types highly preferred).

• Project Management certification preferred. 

Skills & Abilities

• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

• Excellent organizational and documentation practices.

• Proficient in reading schematics, staking sheets, and technical plans.

• Comfortable managing multiple projects and adapting to evolving priorities.

Additional Information

NineStar Connect does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital status, sexual preference, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.