Ameren Corporation

Engineer (Gas)

Ameren Corporation$71K — $172K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering required
  • Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Illinois preferred
  • Engineering experience preferred
  • Strong analytical and decision-making skills
  • Effective communication and human relations abilities

Responsibilities

  • Design and estimate distribution work focused on new business, maintenance, and system improvements
  • Ensure compliance with company standards, policies, and procedures in design work
  • Review and recommend actions on construction plans to prevent conflicts
  • Provide technical assistance and direction to other personnel
  • Evaluate physical conditions of systems and make recommendations for replacements
  • Collaborate with operations to ensure safe energy delivery and customer satisfaction
  • Participate in projects aimed at improving division operations and cost control

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and growth
  • Collaborative work environment with cross-departmental collaboration
  • Access to annual incentive programs based on individual and company performance
  • Possibility for involvement in special projects or task teams
  • Engagement in a stable, long-term role with a focus on engineering advancements
Full Job Description

About The Position

The Gas Engineer is primarily responsible for designing and estimating distribution work as it pertains to new business, maintenance, system improvements and code compliance.

Key responsibilities include: 

  • Review/Complete designs and estimates for transmission and distribution systems with emphasis on adherence to company standards, procedures, and policies, including designs for new business, replacements, maintenance, regulator stations, and metering installations. Provide technical assistance and direction to other personnel completing designs and estimates of distribution projects. Update and maintain documentation of completed field work. 

  • Review construction plans from outside sources for potential conflicts and recommend actions to prevent or remove conflicts. 

  • Provide technical expertise to designers. 

  • Review the physical condition of transmission and distribution systems and make engineering recommendations for the replacement of obsolete or inadequate facilities. 

  • Work collaboratively with operations supervision and other Company departments to ensure safe and reliable delivery to meet customer expectations and commitments. Effectively utilize and provide technical support relating to the use of the energy delivery business systems. 

  • Contribute to the development and implementation of Division and function goals. Identify and implement improvements in Division operations designed to control costs and improve productivity. Participate in special projects or task teams as required. 

 

Qualifications 

Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university required. Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or ability to obtain one in Illinois preferred. Engineering experience preferred.   

 

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

Good analytical, decision-making, communication, and human relations skills and ability to interact effectively with various stakeholders to reach consensus required. 

*Technical career path level depends upon applicant's credentials.

Additional Information 

Ameren’s selection process includes a series of interviews and may include candidate testing and/or an individual aptitude or skill-based assessment.  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:

Tuesday August 11, 2026

About Ameren Corporation

Ameren Corporation (Ameren) is a utility holding company. The Company’s principal subsidiaries are Union Electric Company (Ameren Missouri) and Ameren Illinois Company (Ameren Illinois). The Company's segments include Ameren Missouri and Ameren Illinois. Ameren Missouri operates a rate-regulated electric generation, transmission and distribution business, and a rate-regulated natural gas transmission and distribution business in Missouri. Ameren Illinois operates a rate-regulated electric and natural gas transmission and distribution business in Illinois. AER consists of non-rate-regulated operations, including Ameren Energy Generating Company (Genco), AmerenEnergy Resources Generating Company (AERG) and Ameren Energy Marketing Company (Marketing Company). In December 2013, the Company announced that it has completed the divestiture of its merchant generation business, formerly known as Ameren Energy Resources Company, LLC (AER).

Ameren Corporation Careers

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At Ameren Corporation, you’ll be part of a team that values growth, professional development, and diversity training. Our job opportunities span a range of disciplines, offering positions that challenge your skills and inspire innovation. Whether you’re an experienced professional or seeking your first internship, Ameren provides the resources and support to build a meaningful career.

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Learn more about Ameren Corporation
Size
9,116 employees
Market Cap
$23 billion
Industry
Net Income
$871 million
Founded
1881
5 Year Trend
+1%
Revenue
$5.7 billion
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