Manager, Gas System Planning Engineering

Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (AQN), parent company of Liberty, is a diversified international generation, transmission, and distribution utility. AQN is committed to providing safe, reliable, and cost-effective energy and water solutions through our portfolio of utility investments to over one million customer connections, largely in the United States and Canada.

At Algonquin, our vision is to be the most trusted utility service provider in North America – a premium regulated utility, known for our customer focus, commitment to sustainability, and strong community partnerships. Our employees are at the heart of that vision. We believe that when people are empowered to learn, grow, and contribute their ideas, we can achieve remarkable results together.

We are building a culture that values integrity, inclusivity, and innovation. By joining Algonquin, you’ll be part of a team that is shaping the future of energy and water, while creating long-term value for our customers, communities, employees, and shareholders.

Purpose

The objective of Manager, Engineering Projects is to provide design, engineering, and system planning expertise to all gas utilities for complex gas system projects. The position provides hydraulic modeling and gas engineering expertise to assist gas utility engineering and operations staff as needed. This role also provides system planning input to capital budget discussions for each gas utility and works directly with 3rd party hydraulic modeling experts as required. May or may not have direct reports. Technical and industry expert. Has extensive experience and regularly makes professional judgements. Reviews and makes recommendations on the output of engineering consultants.

Accountabilities

• Receives engineering and system planning assignments of broad scope and complexity
• Provides design, engineering, and system planning expertise to all gas utilities for complex gas system projects
• Provides hydraulic modeling and gas engineering expertise to assist gas utility engineering and operations staff as needed
• Provides system planning input to capital budget discussions for each gas utility
• Provides review and oversight for work performed by 3rd party engineering and hydraulic modeling resources as required
• Manage relationships with engineering, operations, and management staff in the gas utilities (oral and written)
• Incorporates safety in engineering recommendations
• Works with other team members, Liberty staff, and 3rd party contractors
• Provides gas engineering input in development and maintenance of the gas O&M Plan
• Confirms complex designs are in accordance with industry best practices and O&M requirements as requested by engineering staff in the gas utilities
• Assists with review of the current O&M Plan, identification of deficiencies, and recommended edits or new processes and procedures
• Assists with the development and maintenance of technical procedures in support of the O&M Plan requirements
• Follows major projects through the construction process to ensure completion in accordance with system planning requirements
• Identifies problems in engineering and system planning work processes and opportunities for improved work practices

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering discipline
• 8+ years gas industry experience, 3 of which in management or lead role is preferred
• Experience with SynergiGas is required
• PE registration is preferred

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to building a diverse workforce as it values the knowledge, diversity and performance of our employees to make us a great company. Our Company strives to provide equal opportunity to qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. As part of our commitment, we work to ensure our application process is accessible to all candidates. If you require special assistance or accommodation during the hiring process, please notify the HR Representative.