Associate Project Engineer

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Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Houston, Texas

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Supports the design and execution of alternative energy infrastructure projects, including EV charging, solar, and hydrogen fueling facilities. Assists senior engineers with preliminary design, cost estimating, equipment procurement, and construction support.

Qualifications

You have a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering and 0-1 years of relevant engineering experience. You are highly organized, detail-oriented, and possess strong communication and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat.

Must Have Skills for ATS

National Electric Code

AutoCAD

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat

Job Description

* Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance * Paid Time Off * 401(k) – 100% Match up to 5% * Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance the first of the month after 30 days * Competitive Pay Career Development

BASIC PURPOSE:  The Associate Project Engineer – Electrical supports the design and execution of alternative energy infrastructure projects, including EV charging stations, CNG and Hydrogen fueling facilities, solar installations, and RNG systems. This role assists senior engineers with preliminary engineering, cost estimating, technical design, equipment procurement, construction support, and commissioning. The position works closely with grants and sales teams, design firms, equipment vendors, and utility providers, ensuring ongoing communication of project status to all stakeholders. The Associate Project Engineer also contributes to evaluating emerging technologies and building vendor relationships.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Perform preliminary design and generate pricing for alternative energy infrastructure projects, including drafting layouts and conducting vendor outreach.
  • Assist with utility engagement and AHJ coordination for electrical-related requirements and applications.
  • Collaborate with the grants and sales teams to provide technical input on new opportunities and funding initiatives.
  • Work closely under the guidance of senior engineers on all phases of active projects, including technical design, equipment procurement, construction support, and commissioning.
  • Support the development of permit drawings, construction drawings, and as-built documentation by working with internal and external design teams.
  • Answer field questions and participate in construction phase site visits to help resolve technical issues.
  • Learn and gain familiarity with the latest electrical codes and standards, including the National Electric Code.
  • Work with the automation team to ensure proper control and networking design for projects.
  • Assist in the development and updates of new policies, procedures, and standards to drive efficiency and best practices.
  • Assess new products, technologies, and industry best practices, contributing observations and feedback to senior engineers for consideration.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Required Education:

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering.

Required Experience:

  • 0–1 years of relevant engineering experience (entry-level candidates encouraged to apply).

Preferred Experience:

  • 1–3 years of experience in electrical design, project engineering, or related roles.
  • Familiarity with alternative energy systems (EV charging, CNG, Hydrogen, Solar, RNG).
  • Experience with AutoCAD or similar design software.
  • Exposure to the National Electric Code (NEC) and basic understanding of electrical standards.

SKILLS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Required Skills:

  • Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and presentation skills; able to build relationships across internal and external teams.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including active listening and professional email composition.
  • Skilled in problem-solving and critical thinking to identify and implement optimal solutions.
  • Self-starter with strong initiative; capable of working independently and contributing effectively to team goals.
  • Ability to develop clear action plans, utilize appropriate resources, and monitor progress to ensure successful outcomes.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat, and project management tools such as Microsoft Project.
  • Comfortable with basic administrative tasks, including typing at least 40 words per minute and preparing professional documents and correspondence.
  • Ability to occasionally travel to project sites and perform field work as needed.

Required Physical Demands:

  • Travel required, approximately 10-25%.
  • Requires prolonged sitting, some bending and stooping.
  • Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.
  • Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer keyboard and calculator.

Our Culture: 

Fueling customers' journeys since 1964, innovation leads the way for this family-owned and operated business headquartered in Oklahoma City. With nearly 40,000 team members, travel stops are the core business along with products and services that provide value for professional drivers, fleets, traveling public, RVers, alternative energy and wholesale fuel customers. Giving back to communities and an inclusive workplace are hallmarks of the award-winning culture.

Love's is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans encouraged to apply.

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Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores

Founded in 1964 by Tom Love, Love’s Family of Companies is headquartered in Oklahoma City, and remains entirely family-owned and operated. With more than 600 locations in 42 states, Love’s approximate growth rate is 40 stores per year. From the first filling station in Watonga, Oklahoma, the Love’s commitment has remained the same: “Clean Places, Friendly Faces.” Love’s was founded on the values of integrity, Customer focus, strong work ethic, innovation and perseverance. Tom Love displayed all of these as he built Love’s from the ground up – from one small filling station in western Oklahoma in 1964 to more than 550 Love’s locations coast to coast. These core values are the keys to our success. But Tom didn’t do it by himself. He surrounded himself with visionary team members who embodied the same set of values. Today, we are looking for these in every person we hire. No matter what job you do for Love’s, your commitment to integrity, Customer focus, strong work ethic, innovation and perseverance will not only continue our legacy of growth, it will also ensure your successful career with one of America’s top-ranked private companies. Do you have what it takes? To learn more, go to www.loves.com, Facebook (www.facebook.com/lovestravelstops), or follow @LovesTravelStop on Twitter.
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