Job Description

Job Introduction

Project Engineer

Home Based | UK Travel Required | Competitive Salary + Benefits

Shape the Future of LPG Infrastructure

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AvantiGas is investing in our Project Engineering division to meet accelerating demand for innovative LPG solutions. As a strategically important area with ambitious growth plans, we're building a team of exceptional engineers who can deliver complex, high-value installations across the UK.


We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer to take ownership of end-to-end LPG infrastructure projects from concept through to commissioning. This is more than project delivery--it's a vital role where you can shape how we execute projects and directly contribute to our growth in the evolving energy landscape.

The Opportunity

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As Project Engineer, you will combine technical excellence with commercial acumen, managing LPG installations in different sectors from aggregates to distilleries, supporting businesses to transition to greener fuel.


You'll work directly with clients, contractors, and regulatory authorities, serving as the technical expert throughout project lifecycles while ensuring absolute compliance with safety standards.

What You'll Be Doing

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Lead end-to-end project delivery

with full ownership of planning, scheduling, and budget management

Design technical solutions

including functional specifications, engineering drawings, and calculations (pressure drops, storage sizing, venting)

Ensure regulatory compliance

with IGEM/UP Codes of Practice, GSIUR, BS EN standards, and building regulations

Provide on-site engineering authority

during construction, installation, and commissioning phases

Manage stakeholder relationships

with clients, contractors, suppliers, and regulatory bodies

Lead safety reviews

including HAZOP, HAZID, and risk assessments throughout project development

Support business growth

by providing technical expertise for proposals, tenders, and feasibility studies

What We're Looking For

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Essential

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3+ years

project engineering experience in LPG, Industrial Gases, Oil & Gas, or related energy sectors

Strong knowledge

of LPG system design, storage, and distribution infrastructure

In-depth understanding

of IGEM/UP Codes of Practice (UP/1, UP/2, UP/10, UP/16) and UK LPG regulations

Proficiency in 2D AutoCAD

and ability to interpret/create P&IDs and technical schematics

Project management qualification

(Prince2, APM, PMI, or equivalent)

Excellent communication skills

with ability to translate technical information for diverse audiences

Full UK driving licence

(national site travel required)

Highly Desirable

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Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Process Engineering Health & safety certifications (NEBOSH, IOSH Managing Safely) ATEX/DSEAR compliance and hazardous area classification knowledge Experience in commercial/industrial LPG environments (energy centres, fuel depots, manufacturing) Working towards or holding professional registration (IEng, CEng)

Why Join AvantiGas?

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Competitive salary package

reflecting your technical expertise, plus performance-based bonus

Comprehensive benefits

: enhanced pension contribution, private healthcare, life assurance

Professional development investment

: Chartership support, industry certifications, training budget

Flexibility

: home-based role with autonomy over your schedule between site visits

Meaningful impact

: deliver critical energy infrastructure supporting UK businesses and the energy transition

Collaborative culture

: join a technically excellent team within a growing, strategically important function

About AvantiGas

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Part of UGI International, AvantiGas is a leading UK LPG distributor committed to delivering safe and efficient energy solutions. We pride ourselves on technical expertise, safety-first culture, and our ability to deliver complex projects on time and within budget. Our projects range from bulk storage installations to distribution networks and commercial conversions across diverse industries.

Ready to Apply?

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If you're an experienced engineer ready to take ownership of high-value LPG infrastructure projects and contribute to our strategic growth, we'd love to hear from you.