Trainee Gas Engine Performance Engineer Jobs in Illinois

About Ameren Illinois

Ameren Illinois provides electric transmission and distribution service and natural gas distribution service. Every day, we deliver electricity to 1.2 million electric and 816,000 natural gas customers in central and southern Illinois. We deliver safe, reliable energy to more than 1,200 communities.

Our benefits include:

• Medical coverage on date of hire

• 100% employer paid cash balance pension plan

• 401(k) with company match fully vested on date of hire

• Minimum of 15 days paid vacation and 12 paid holidays

• Paid parentalleave and family caregiver leave

Visit our Benefits and Perks Page for more information on benefits provided to regular full-time employees.

About The Position

The Engineer performs systems studies, project engineering and project management duties in order to complete plans, designs, cost estimates, and construction management related to the construction, operation, and maintenance of gas distribution facilities with emphasis on safety, reliability, cost effectiveness, and customer satisfaction. This engineer is subject to overtime response for emergency event support.

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop and maintain a plan for future improvements and expansions of the gas distribution systems in assigned areas.

• Develop engineering designs, cost estimates, and project management for gas distribution systems.

• Plan, design, budget, engineer, and manage gas construction projects related to reliability, government highway projects, system growth, and essential maintenance for the gas distribution system.

• Provide technical support to Distribution Design Supervisor, Field Engineering Representatives, Distribution Design Specialists, the Gas Construction Supervisors, other departments, customers and other organizations.

• Ensure and maintain Gas Code Compliance facilities data.

• As required, prepare bid packages and present information to contractors at bid meetings.

• Contribute to the development and implementation of department and division goals. Identify and implement improvements in processes and operations to control costs and improve productivity.

• Participate in special projects or tasks, including emergencies, as required.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering (other engineering disciplines acceptable depending upon qualifications) from an accredited college or university required. E.I.T. (Engineer-in-Training) certification or P.E. Gas transmission and/or distribution related engineering experience preferred. Project management experience preferred. Civil preferred as well as AutoCad, WinFlow, and Maximo usage. Experience in design and construction of natural gas lines preferred.

In addition to the above qualifications, the successful candidate will demonstrate:

Good problem-solving, decision-making, communication, and human relations skills required. Must have good analytical skills, mapping, drafting, and advanced computer skills. Must be adaptable and flexible. Ability to work effectively as part of a team and also independently required. Subject to 24 hour emergency call out.

Additional Information

Ameren's selection process includes a series of interviews and may include a leadership assessment process. Specific details will be provided to qualified candidates.

Compensation Range:

$71,100.00 - $172,200.00

* This pay range encompasses multiple levels of the role. Career level and compensation depends upon applicant's credentials.

At Ameren, base salary is one component of a competitive compensation package for employees. Our pay ranges are broad to allow for movement within our organization and to accommodate different skill sets and levels of expertise. We take into consideration a variety of factors including, but not limited to, skills, abilities, experience, education, credentials, and internal equity when determining the base salary offered. Roles are eligible for additional rewards including annual incentive payments based on individual and company performance.

If end date is listed, the posting will come down at 12:00 am on that date:

Friday August 28, 2026

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, military service or status, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other class, trait, or status protected by law.