Data Engineer I

Job overview

The Data Engineer I role is hybrid and may be based in Fort Smith, Fayetteville, or Little Rock, AR. Compensation is not specified. The role supports Summit Utilities, a natural gas utility serving homes and businesses in Arkansas, Colorado, Maine, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Texas. The engineer builds and maintains data pipelines and integration workflows, supporting reliable enterprise data delivery across on-premises and cloud systems. By improving data quality, documenting transformations, and responding to support needs, the role helps analysts, engineers, and database administrators use accurate, dependable data.

What you'll do

• Build and maintain data pipelines and integration workflows
• ingest, transform, and stage structured and semi-structured data
• write, troubleshoot, and optimize SQL queries, views, and stored procedures
• implement data validation checks, alerts, logging, and monitoring
• partner with Data Analysts and SAP Analysts to validate datasets
• document data sources, pipeline logic, and transformations
• manage code through source control and code review
• participate in standups, sprint planning, and on-call rotations
• respond to data support tickets and identify process improvements.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

data engineer i

data engineering

hybrid

data pipelines

etl

sql

data integration

cloud data

data quality

on-call rotation

fort smith ar

fayetteville ar

little rock ar

summit utilities

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, and other benefits designed to provide flexibility, choice, and support.

Why this role

The posting describes an entry-level engineering role and seeks 1–3 years of data engineering, ETL, or data integration experience. A bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred, with equivalent education and relevant experience considered. Medical, dental, vision, and other benefits are mentioned.

About the employer

Summit Utilities Inc is hiring for this role. Industry: Natural Gas Distribution. Sector: 22.