RNG Process Engineer

Company Mission 

Clean Energy is changing the way the world fuels its vehicles. Reducing pollution from the transportation industry is an important goal for our nation, and we at Clean Energy know just how realistic and attainable that goal is with renewable natural gas fuel. Our mission is to create a healthier planet by eliminating carbon emissions in the transportation and dairy industries.  Come join the team that is changing the way North America fuels transportation.

 Benefits Offered - 401K, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and competitive compensation of $115,000-$130,000 Depending upon experience. 

Summary   

The Process Engineer – RNG will work primarily on industrial biotechnology and renewable energy projects. The candidate shall have experience surrounding the design and operation of renewable natural gas facilities including knowledge of carbon intensity modeling (GREET), digester feed handling, anaerobic digestion, biogas purification, and handling of digestion discharge streams and all related applicable engineering codes. This Process Engineer will be placed in a key engineering role, working within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver and operate successful RNG projects on behalf of ownership by performing the following: 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned

• Prepares process flow diagrams and mass and energy balances.
• Analyzes performance of existing operating facilities and develop interventions to optimize or improve performance.
• Analyzes equipment specifications and performance requirements to determine appropriate designs and contractual needs.
• Review Process and Instrumentation Diagrams working with internal and 3^rd party engineering resources.
• Determines pathways and plans to improve facility reliability and uptime.
• Participates in HAZOP and PHA studies on behalf of facility ownership.
• Ability and desire to perform process engineering activities as well as work with Operations team to support operating sites and may work as the Process Lead on medium to large projects.
• Able to handle multiple projects/tasks at the same time.
• Able to interface directly with project managers, engineers, 3^rd party engineering firms, EPC firms, construction personnel, operations personnel and other project stakeholders relative to the overall success of the project or facility.
• Liaise with Upstream, project developers/operators, and consultants on Clean Energy RNG project investments.
• Ability to remain flexible, work with a dynamic team, maintain excellent organization, and perform other duties as assigned.
• Assist operations with troubleshooting activities and replacement of equipment or spare parts.
• Support compliance of off-take pathways by monitoring critical instrument health and ensuring accurate reporting of production numbers.
• Drive safety culture by ensuring Process Safety Management and Risk Management Program compliance.
• Travel to operating sites 20-50% of the time.
• Other duties assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities                                

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience            

Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited University, 3-5 years of related experience and or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred chemical, process, or mechanical bachelor’s degree.

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.  Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. The ability to communicate effectively with multiple project stakeholders.

Mathematical Skills             

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.  Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability                                                   

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Computer Skills       

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, specifically Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Knowledge of Database and Project Management software, Mechanical, P&ID, and Electrical engineering design and concepts. Solid experience with AutoCAD Design software. P&ID experience is strongly preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Professional Engineer (PE) license is a strong preference.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behaviors:

• Quality:  Consistently produces high quality work (accurate, neat, and thorough). Strives to improve productivity, processes, and quality. Demonstrates strong knowledge and skills related to the job. Presents a professional image with dress, demeanor, and manners. Maintains clean workspace, company equipment and company vehicles. Safety is a high priority; performs job safely.
• Communication: Communicates clearly, concisely, effectively, professionally and timely. 
• Exhibits good listening and comprehension skills. Keeps others appropriately informed and shares ideas even when unpopular.  Listens to what others have to say.  Maintains open and active communication with colleagues. Effectively uses knowledge and experience in asking, probing, and anticipating issues to ensure quality is provided.
• Teamwork:  Fosters the spirit of working with each other.  Displays respect, courtesy, politeness, tact, and openness. Handles conflict in an appropriate and professional manner. Builds relationships, promotes cohesiveness, models collaboration with others.  Considers impact and issues for our customer and other departments.  Engages other impacted departments early for solutions.
• Persistence:  Develops workable alternatives and solutions. Exhibits persistence in following assignments through to completion. Promotes process improvements.
• Reliable:  Responds in a timely manner.  Is honest, ethical, value-driven, and trustworthy. Keeps commitments made, completes assignments, and meets deadlines. Accountable--Takes responsibility for own actions and performance. Meets attendance and punctuality guidelines. Available and accessible.
• Entrepreneurial:  Takes initiative and appropriate action.  Is engaged and committed to achieving the company’s mission. Pursues better ways to get things done and takes appropriate risks. Keeps up to date with competitor information and market trends. Controls costs and thinks in terms of profit, loss and added value. Is committed to the satisfaction of customers.
• Leadership:  Provides clear direction around a vision.  Creates actionable plans and is proactive & anticipatory.  Demonstrates innovative approaches and solutions.  Is an example for employees and others.  Accepts responsibility for individual and team performance.  Makes appropriate and timely decisions and takes action on decisions.   Sets clear and reasonable performance expectations. Motivates and empowers others.  Delegates tasks appropriately.  Recruits staff of a high caliber.  Provides feedback to subordinates that is timely and direct.  Recognizes subordinates for their contributions and effort. Encourages continuous growth and learning in others.  Shows respect for others and their ideas.  Helps others manage through change.
• Passion:  Is excited and creates enthusiasm about the company’s future.  Promotes a sense of company pride.  Displays sense of pride in the department and its contributions.  Displays passion for the job.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.  The employee is frequently required to walk and sit.  The employee is occasionally required to stand.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Always practice good judgment and refer to the safety guidelines.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Always practice good judgment and refer to the safety guidelines.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Salary : $115,000 - $130,000