Location: Pittsburgh,PA, USA
Nacelle's Biogas Process Engineer works with Nacelle Management, Business Development, Operations, Vendors and Customers to successfully execute and implement projects for Nacelle, including but not limited to, all aspects of Biogas upgrading plant and equipment design, construction, fabrication, commissioning, operations and decommissioning. In addition to being technically capable and detail-oriented, the successful candidate will possess excellent organizational, time management and communication skills ensuring projects are delivered on time and on budget with minimal surprises. An unrelenting focus on the customer is paramount including the ability to listen to, understand and solve customer and project problems in a comprehensive and cost effective manner, think strategically about Nacelle's value proposition and engage in project implementations and operations throughout the lifecycle of a project to ensure customer satisfaction and service levels are second to none. This individual will work with Management, Operations and Administrative departments within the Company to ensure Nacelle is successful in all phases of our business.
Responsibilities
• Responsible for the successful and safe execution of all aspects of projects including, but not limited to, construction, fabrication, installation, commissioning, performance, training, inspections and decommissioning
• Develop project timeline and hold all parties accountable to meeting project milestones
• Work with various vendors and industry professionals to ensure on-time and on budget upgrade systems and service offerings projects for various customer projects – Expedite material and services, value engineer solutions to most effectively meet project objectives when necessary, etc.
• Ensure projects adhere to and meet specifications required of the project and industry including managing and filing all proper documentation and records as part of an overall project data book
• Responsible for developing the process flow and detailed design of various components of gas upgrading facilities, with the ability to manage these efforts on multiple ongoing projects at a time
• Responsible for quality control on construction of projects and fabrication of equipment
• Independently train customers on how to operate upgrading equipment when necessary and appropriate
• Work with operations department before, during and after all projects to provide clean and detailed expectations on behalf of the customer and do everything capable to make operations successful
• Work with administration department before, during and after all projects to provide clean and detailed expectations on behalf of customer and do everything capable to make administration successful
• Proactively monitor performance on existing projects on an ongoing basis including reviewing operating parameters and results and make suggestions when necessary
• Understand nuances of RNG laws and marketplace at the Federal, State, and Local levels and position Nacelle and Nacelle's customers to optimize success with current and future compliance on all projects
• Effectively position, communicate and reiterate Nacelle value proposition to customers as appropriate
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, participating in professional societies, etc.
• Understand the RNG project development process, requirements and associated challenges (i.e. interconnect requirements, RNG requirements, CNG storage, financing environment, etc.)
Qualifications
• Engineering degree from an ABET accredited institution, with a preference on Mechanical, Chemical, or Petroleum
• Three plus (3+) years of engineering experience in natural gas and/or chemical processing; biogas processing industry experience a plus
• Project management and/or construction management experience in energy related projects a plus
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems, be customer focused and deliver projects on-time, on spec and on budget
• Professional Engineer licensure a plus
• Knowledge of RNG marketplace a plus
• Ability to pass customer, company, and regulatory safety and operator qualification programs
• Possess a valid driver's license and meet company insurability requirements
• Ability to read and interpret P&ID's and other construction and fabrication drawings
• Required to successfully complete a background check and drug screening prior to being hired
• Competencies, skills and abilities:
o Ability to effectively organize, plan, prioritize, document and complete work independently
o Computer skills of MS Office, operating systems, company software, some PLC and HMI controls; proficient with MS Excel and Power Point
o Competency with commercially available project management, design and drafting, solids modeling, and facilities process simulation software
o Strong math skills (algebra, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals)
o Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
o Excellent verbal and written communication skills
o Ability to research various topics utilizing various methods of obtaining relevant information including the internet, industry journals, professional networking, etc.
o Ability to work with a team, take direction from managers, keep required work schedules, focus attention on details and follow work rules
o Must be self-directed and possess the ability to work independently and perform duties with little to no supervision
o Ability to speak and understand English
Physical Demands/Working Environment:
Regularly required to:
• Talk and hear; verbally express ideas, information and instructions
• Travel
• Use hand tools and equipment, repetitive hand use such as simple grasp and twisting motion included
• Lift, pull, push or carry up to twenty-five (25) pounds regularly and up to seventy five (75) pounds occasionally
• Bend, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Stand/walk for long periods of time without a break
Occasionally required to:
• Remain seated in a normal position for up to half the workday
• Enter and work in confined spaces
• Work in low-lit areas
• Have the ability to work around loud to moderate noise
• Climb stairs and ladders to elevated workspaces
Miscellaneous:
• Will be required to participate and qualify for a variety of safety training programs