Biomethane Design and Project Engineer

Cornerstone; Cherwell District; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

A company in the energy sector seeks a Biomethane Design and Project Engineer to lead the design and delivery of compliant solutions for Green Gas assets. The ideal candidate will have a degree in civil engineering, experience in project management, and proficiency in AutoCAD. This position offers a competitive salary and a hybrid work model, contributing to a sustainable energy future.

Benefits

Car allowance

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Life assurance

HolidayPlus

Cycle2work Scheme

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in relevant field or 5+ years in related industries without a degree.
• Health & Safety qualification preferred but not essential.
• Passion for sustainable energy and green transition.

Responsibilities

• Manage design and delivery of compliant solutions for Green Gas assets.
• Lead safe design solutions from concept to delivery.
• Develop innovative designs and manage technical specifications.
• Support procurement and commissioning of projects.

Skills

Project delivery management

Innovative design development

Communication and collaboration

Problem-solving

Health & Safety awareness

Education

Degree in civil engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

3D design tools

MS Office

SharePoint

Job description

Biomethane Design and Project Engineer

Oxford |£52.8k to£58.9k (Dependent on skills and experience)

Fulltime | Hybrid

Car allowance - Competitive pension scheme – Enhanced maternity/paternity pay – Life assurance – HolidayPlus – Cycle2work Scheme & more

REQ5019

We’re seeking a Biomethane Design and Project Engineer to manage the design and delivery of cost-effective, compliant solutions for Green Gas assets, including design documentation, deployment support, and final safety files.

Responsibilities

• Lead and co-ordinate safe, compliant design solutions from concept to delivery.
• Develop and implement innovative designs using CAD, BIM and Autodesk Docs.
• Manage multi-discipline design deliverables and technical specifications.
• Support procurement, installation and commissioning of biomethane projects.
• Liaise with stakeholders and supply chain to assess design options and costs.
• Track project milestones, risks, schedules and quality standards.
• Assist with planning, permitting and stage gate processes.
• Provide on-site support during project phases with awareness of functional safety.
• Compile as-built and handover documentation and health and safety files.
• Travel required for site visits and stakeholder meetings, with occasional stays near project locations.

Qualifications

• Degree in civil engineering or similar, with 2+ years’ experience, or 5+ years in Gas, Water, Petro-Chem or Manufacturing without a degree.
• Health & Safety qualification (e.g. IOSH) preferred but not essential.
• Experience in process engineering and design activities.
• Strong multidisciplinary awareness and ownership of deliverables.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, 3D design tools, document QA approach, MS Office, and collaborative platforms (e.g. SharePoint, Autodesk Docs).
• Clear development goals—Chartership (CEng) aspirations encouraged and also a functional safety practitioner.
• Passion for sustainable energy and the UK’s green transition.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable managing design and project delivery with a focus on safety and quality.
• Self-aware, proactive, and able to influence and resolve challenges effectively.

Research shows some people – particularly women and those from underrepresented backgrounds – may hesitate to apply unless they meet every criteria. At SGN, we value diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. If this role interests you but you’re not sure you tick every box, we’d still love to hear from you. You might be just who we’re looking for – now or in the future.

Why SGN?

SGN is a leader in pioneering research and development toward a net-zero energy system. Our cutting‑edge technologies and innovative thinking are driving change in the gas industry, all while keeping people safe and warm.

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