Engineer II (Natural Gas Utility)

-; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Gas Engineer to design and manage gas system construction projects. This role involves coordinating with various stakeholders to ensure that gas delivery systems meet technical and regulatory standards. You will have the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment, contributing to the expansion of utility services while ensuring safety and compliance. The company values diversity and offers a supportive workplace where your skills can thrive. Join a team committed to sustaining energy and water for life, and make a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

Company-funded Pension program

401(k) with company match

Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance

Flexible, collaborative work environment

Share purchase/match plan

Defined contribution savings plan

Top Talent Program

Paid volunteer days

Employee Assistance Program

Achievement fund

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in gas system design or project management preferred.
• Knowledge of industry codes and utility practices is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage gas delivery system projects, ensuring compliance with technical requirements.
• Secure permits and licenses from municipalities and state agencies.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Gas operations knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work within a team

Adaptability to fast-paced environments

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Registration as an Engineer in Training

Tools

GIS maps

Job description

Our purpose is sustaining energy and water for life, demonstrated in everything we do as a business and as an employee team.

At Liberty, we hire passionate people who care about doing the right thing for our customers. We are entrepreneurial, creative, and outcome-focused. Here, your natural talent and achievements will flourish in an inclusive environment of teamwork, trust, and continuous learning. We pursue excellence to exceed our goals, rewarding both outcomes and the manner in which we achieve them.

Purpose

This position is responsible for designing, engineering, and managing gas system construction projects, including complex gas delivery systems. Gas Engineers provide designs for replacing aging or inadequate infrastructure and expanding to new customers. They coordinate with internal groups and external agencies to develop project scope and facilitate field construction. Gas Engineers also support operations through on-call engineering, contingency support, and equipment failure analysis.

Accountabilities

1. Plan, design, develop, implement, and manage gas delivery system projects, including new services, main extensions, relays, relocations, and installations like regulator stations and crossings. Ensure designs meet milestones and stakeholder requirements, often serving as both design engineer and project manager.
2. Provide quality designs for construction and mapping teams, supporting franchise expansion into new service territories.
3. Secure permits and licenses from municipalities and state agencies as required before construction.
4. Ensure technical requirements such as system pressure, flow, and operating conditions are met.
5. Assist in analyzing system pressure and operating parameters, including leak history.

Continued Accountabilities

1. Apply company standards and industry codes to designs.
2. Prepare accurate cost estimates and secure project approvals.
3. Provide off-hours/on-call support, especially during storms and system contingencies.
4. Participate in meetings with customers, municipalities, and regulatory agencies as the company's Gas Project Engineering Representative.
5. Support engineering and operations teams as needed.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 1-2 years of experience in gas system design, estimating, project management, or operations support is preferred.
• Registration as an Engineer in Training is a plus.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work within a team.
• Knowledge of gas operations, protection systems, industry codes, and utility practices is advantageous.
• Experience with GIS maps and as-built records.
• Understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Motivated, self-starting, and adaptable to a fast-paced environment.

Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. is a growing renewable energy and utility company with over $15 billion of assets across North America and internationally.

For more than 30 years, Algonquin has been committed to delivering clean energy and water solutions. Our growth has expanded our utility services and renewable energy projects across various geographies and commodities, but our purpose remains: Sustaining Energy and Water for Life.

Through our operating business (Liberty), we serve over 1 million customer connections with regulated electricity, water, and natural gas utilities in North America. Our renewable portfolio includes over 3 GW of capacity in wind, solar, hydro, and thermal power, in operation and under construction.

Our diversified and expanding presence across communities demonstrates our 'Think Global, Act Local' philosophy.

What We Offer

• Company-funded Pension program
• 401(k) with company match
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Flexible, collaborative work environment
• Share purchase/match plan
• Defined contribution savings plan
• Top Talent Program
• Paid volunteer days
• Employee Assistance Program
• Achievement fund

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are interested in this role but do not meet all qualifications, we encourage you to apply to explore the opportunity further.

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity, perspectives, and talents. We aim to ensure a safe, respectful environment for all employees and to utilize everyone's abilities fully. We expect our employees to uphold this commitment daily.