Distribution Inspector

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. (E2) is a professional services firm established in 1988 specializing in a full spectrum of engineering services including, project engineering and design, federal base operations and infrastructure support services, gas pipeline construction and inspection services, environmental consulting and remediation, and information technology services. At E2, we value safety, innovation and collaboration, and we are dedicated to excellence.

The Distribution Inspector is to inspect and ensure that all construction activities are performed within a client-required project scope of work (SOW), specifications, procedures, codes, standards, and safety requirements. This position requires constant communication in a high-paced environment while contractors work in restricted spaces and ROW areas within public and private property. Accurate and detailed communication is a must in this position and will be utilized daily for record-keeping and progress tracking. Per diem is not offered for this role.

The Distribution Inspector works under the direction of the Lead Distribution Inspector, who will assign additional responsibilities to each inspector as needed. The duties assigned to the Distribution Inspector will include, but are not limited to, the following:

Ensure all work activities are performed safely and professionally within the company's Health and Safety handbook.
• Document and submit daily reporting and forms of all construction activities to the client and Distribution Management Team.
• Maintain daily records to support all installation activities, construction as-built, and complete paperwork.
• Ensure compliance with all project-specific environmental requirements, landowner stipulations, and construction requirements.
• Ensure compliance with all city, county, state, and other agency permit requirements.
• Communicate effectively with outside agency onsite inspectors, contractor personnel, and client personnel working on various aspects of construction projects.
• Communicate effectively with property owners and the general public directly affected by project construction.
• Communicate effectively with the project team during construction daily. The level of communication may vary depending on the nature and size of the project.
• Inform Distribution Management immediately of any safety accidents or concerns, construction deviations, or any problems and anticipated problems.
• Proactively communicate daily scheduling changes to Distribution Management.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma, 3-5 years' experience in gas distribution, polyethylene pipe fusion, meter sets, mainline installation, knowledge of underground locating, and HDD process.
• Position Requires Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) through the American Welding Society or Certificate for Pipeline Welding Inspection (CPWI+V) through the National Welding Inspection School.
• Should have a fundamental understanding of distribution standards, codes and construction methods, and safety requirements.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Attention to detail.
• The candidate must possess the ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• The candidate must possess the ability to read, document clearly, and interpret the client standards and procedures to others.

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. offers an excellent benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) with employer match.

Hourly rate for this position is $36 - $42/hour. The starting rate will be commensurate with skill, education, experience, and working environment.

• Construction Sites and Client Right-of-Way (ROW).
• Client testing facility (occasionally).
• Corporate office (occasionally).
• It may require extensive driving to reach job sites and client/E2 offices.
• Frequent ascending and descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like, using feet and legs and hands and arms up in and out of pipeline bell-hole/trench/excavation.
• Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling and walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces.
• Lifting objects over 50 pounds from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position.
• Possess the ability to perform visual inspection of construction crew quality of work, measuring devices, and assemble fabrication parts at distances close to the eyes.
• Able to perform in both inside and outside environmental conditions in all four seasons throughout the continental United States - extreme cold (temperatures below 32 degrees Fahrenheit) and extreme heat (temperatures above 100 degrees Fahrenheit) for more than one hour.
• Have the ability to work extended and overnight shifts without limitations.

It may require extensive driving to reach job sites and client/E2 offices.

We will be accepting applications through 05/22/2026.

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. is a Drug Free Workplace. After accepting an offer of employment, applicants may be required to undergo background checks, drug testing, and/or fit-for-duty physical examination. Drug screens will include, but not be limited to, Amphetamines, Cocaine Metabolites, Marijuana Metabolites (THC), Opiates, and Phencyclidine (PCP). As a federal contractor, E2 cannot permit employees in certain positions to use medical marijuana, even if prescribed by an authorized physician.

Please no solicitation of any kind from agencies, staffing, or recruiting firms.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.