Requisition Number: 25854 

At UGI Utilities, Inc. we believe in providing a superior range of energy products and services to our customers in a safe, affordable manner. As our energy needs evolve, UGI will be there providing safe and reliable service that brings warmth and comfort to our 750,000 customers in 45 counties in Pennsylvania and 1 county in Maryland.

 

We strive to reflect the communities we serve by attracting and retaining top talent, while maintaining a diverse workforce that embraces our culture of safety, service, and integrity. As an employee of UGI Utilities, you can expect a competitive total compensation plan and comprehensive benefits. Employees work in a collaborative environment, have upward mobility opportunities, and the ability to enjoy a true work life balance.

 

UGI is committed to acting in a sustainable and socially responsible manner to minimize our impact on the environment and to enrich the lives of our customers, communities, and employees. To learn more about UGI's workplace culture, sustainability efforts, and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I), we invite you to visit our UGI Corporate sustainability page.

 

Apply to UGI Utilities today to share in our mission and support countless neighbors, friends, and families in providing best-in-class products and services!

Job Summary

The Technical Manager – Strategic Markets will play a critical role in enhancing the Company’s long term growth trajectory by exploring and leading the implementation of capital business development sales strategies that address complex business opportunities and strengthen the Company’s sustainability, market-share, and new technologies (i.e.: RNG, CHP, CNG, LNG, NGV, hydrogen, fuel cells, desiccant dehumidification and micro-turbines) initiatives. 

Additionally, the Technical Manager – Strategic Markets will coordinate training and act as the primary technical resource for company sales staff, helping to bridge the technical application gap between industry leaders. This includes, but is not limited to, organizing workshops and conducting hands-on coaching on technical issues, leading webinars, and developing technical resource materials. The Technical Manager – Strategic Markets will also act as the company’s technical resource at association events, functions, and conferences, (i.e.: GTI, AGA and ESC) where they’ll gather information on industry trends and provide feedback to their colleagues. This position will also represent UGI as a technical expert on industry organization committees.

Further, the Technical Manager – Strategic Markets will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities and working with the Marketing team to design focused go-to-market plans, while maintaining metrics and KPIs relative to the above technologies and performance of the Sales team. 

Duties and Responsibilities Act as the lead in evaluating existing and potential markets to develop, recommend, and implement capital growth opportunities with an emphasis on new technologies, across the UGI Service Territory; this includes gathering technical specifications, best practices, and evaluating feasibility with the use of complex financial and data models, while managing stakeholder expectations. Coordinate all cross-departmental activities leading to the successful completion of projects for both new and existing customers including selection of contractors, formalizing engineering services agreements and cost estimates, project schedule and budgeting, design, testing, and execution. Cultivate relationships with energy industry professionals and act as the UGI technical resource for relevant committees such as GTI (Gas Technology Institute), the Energy Solutions Center (ESC), Association of Energy Engineers (AEE), American Gas Association (AGA), and other industry-centered organizations, as needed. Initiate and manage outreach programs targeting technology and solutions vendors, architects, engineers and other equipment specifiers, providing regular technical innovation updates to the Marketing & Sales teams. Coordinate input from growth engineering and operations, as appropriate. Act as the primary technical advisor, on behalf of UGI, across all new technology stakeholders (manufacturers, vendors/distributors, grant writers, and investors). Establish relationships with stakeholders, then build and maintain a program to create a link with UGI prospects and existing customers, facilitating go-to-market strategies, pilots, and new installations across the service territory. Develop and maintain robust metrics tracking and benchmarking analyses, including monthly reports to highlight strategic market activities, projects and industry advances. Manage a database for technical projects including, but not limited to CHP, CNG and RNG applications and report out on this tracking in support of PA PUC filings, base rate case proceedings, and other ad hoc reports, as required.  Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Working knowledge and experience with gas technologies (Engines, Chillers, CHP, CNG, RNG), equipment, combustion fundamentals, and energy conservation measures.  Highly motivated to learn with the ability to expand skillset and work independently.  Strong regulated distribution company business acumen. Strong analytical skills with the ability to recognize and apply statistical models.  Innovative in finding solutions to operational and technical problems. Highly developed communication and presentation skills, both written and oral. Education and Experience Undergraduate Degree in Engineering or other related concentration preferred; Master of Science or MBA (Preferred). Eight or more years' related industry or technical experience preferred.

 

We offer comprehensive benefits, some of which are:

 medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance

disability plans

401(k) matched savings plan

paid vacation

company stock purchase program

wellness programs

tuition reimbursement

paid parental leave

paid volunteer time

adoption assistance

 

UGI Utilities, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. As such, the Company abides by the requirements of the Executive Order 11246, 41 CFR 60-741.5(a), and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, disability, age, gender identity, veteran status, or any other legally protected class in its practices.

 

Successful applicants shall be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment, and if hired, shall be subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with UGI policies.

 

As a federal contractor that engages in safety-sensitive work, UGI cannot permit employees in certain positions to use medical marijuana, even if prescribed by an authorized physician. Similarly, applicants for such positions who are actively using medical marijuana may be denied hire on that basis.