Engineering Manager

Utility Technologies International; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP & 401(k) Plan

Hybrid schedule (2 remote days/week)

Job summary

Utility Technologies International (UTI) is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead our pipeline and facility engineering team. This role blends technical leadership, project oversight, and staff development across a wide range of projects from pipeline alignments to complex facility design.

The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise, strong leadership, and the ability to mentor engineers while maintaining high-quality deliverables and client relationships.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree required.
• Active PE license is required.
• 10+ years in utility/facility engineering or related fields.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D or Plant 3D.
• Experience managing multi-disciplinary projects and teams.
• Strong leadership, communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor engineering staff with workload balancing and development.
• Oversee pipeline projects from alignments to site development and permitting.
• Oversee facility design projects including stations, P&IDs, and equipment selection.
• Review and approve engineering deliverables for quality and compliance.
• Ensure adherence to codes and standards, incl. 49 CFR Part 192.
• Support project management activities: scope, bidding, scheduling, budgeting, cost estimating.
• Maintain client relationships and participate in technical meetings.
• Coordinate with operations, field personnel, inspectors, and subconsultants.
• Support proposals and business growth initiatives.
• Conduct occasional field visits for project execution and QA.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Client relationships

Communication

Mentoring

Process improvement

Quality assurance

Budgeting

Cost estimating

Scheduling

Engineering oversight

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

AutoCAD Plant 3D

Microsoft Excel

Hydraulic modeling software

GIS platforms

Job description

Utility Technologies International (UTI), a 100% employee-owned Company, has been serving the natural gas industry since 1992. We provide engineering, design, construction, operations, maintenance, and qualification services to a diverse range of natural gas operators. Our focus is delivering practical, high-quality solutions across gathering, transmission, and distribution pipeline systems.

As a growing organization built on collaboration, ownership, and continuous improvement, UTI offers an environment where employees can build long-term, meaningful careers. Our culture is centered around a tight-knit team, a fast-paced and varied workload, and a strong commitment to supporting each other's success.

Position Summary

UTI is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead our growing pipeline and facility engineering team. This role blends technical leadership, project oversight, and staff management and development, supporting a wide range of projects from pipeline alignments to complex facility design.

The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise, strong leadership skills, and the ability to mentor engineers while maintaining high-quality deliverables and client relationships.

What You Will Do

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and mentor engineering staff, including workload balancing and professional development
• Oversee design and execution of pipeline projects (alignments, bore profiles, site development, utility permitting)
• Oversee facility design projects (meter/regulator stations, compressor stations, P&IDs, equipment selection)
• Review and approve engineering deliverables for accuracy, quality and compliance
• Ensure adherence to applicable codes and standards, including Title 49 CFR Part 192
• Support project management activities, including scope development, bid events, scheduling, budgeting, and cost estimating
• Maintain and develop client relationships, including participation in meetings and technical discussions
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including operations and field personnel, construction inspectors, subconsultants, and project managers
• Support proposal development and contribute to business growth initiatives
• Conduct occasional field visits to support project execution and quality assurance

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited university
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license is required
• 10 plus years of experience in utility and/or facility engineering, or adjacent industries
• Strong proficiency with AutoCAD (Civil 3D and/or Plant 3D preferred)
• Extensive experience developing detailed engineering drawings, plans, notes, and details
• Experience managing larger, multi-disciplinary projects
• Demonstrated experience leading engineering teams and managing technical deliverables
• Familiarity with advanced utility permitting
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience with cost estimating, project scheduling, and project lifecycle execution
• Strong understanding of relevant industry codes and standards (preference of knowledge in 49 CFR Part 192)
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements and standardization efforts

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in both natural gas pipeline and facility engineering environments
• Background in consulting or working with multiple projects, stakeholders, and project types
• Experience with hydraulic modeling software
• Familiarity with GIS platforms and data integration
• Familiarity with environmental and regulatory permitting processes

Benefits & Total Rewards:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) & 401(k) Plan
• Hybrid schedule (2 remote days/week after introductory period)