Senior Process Engineer

Ameresco, Inc. is a leading energy solutions provider dedicated to helping customers reduce costs and enhance resilience. They are seeking a Senior Process Engineer to provide direction and support to gas processing plants, ensuring optimization and production goals are met.

Responsibilities:

• Perform design calculations and prepare equipment specifications; Solicit bids from equipment suppliers and assist in procurement of mechanical equipment and instrumentation; Design LFGTE plants and high RNG facilities to include GA layout, PFD, PIDs, BOM, 2D bid drawings, routing/piping subsystem, and construction drawings
• Plan, develop, direct, and coordinate gas processes
• Evaluate technological needs and integrate them into gas processing plants
• Stop or postpone gas processing if quality or regulatory concerns arise and coordinate resolution; Collaborate with personnel at gas processing plants to troubleshoot issues and develop maintenance practices
• Conduct process and production failure investigations; Implement corrective actions and prepare reports to communicate problem/resolution/progress
• Provide engineering support to operations (LFGTE and RNG plants) in design, instrumentation, and maintenance; Collaborate with all engineering disciplines and operations staff to understand processes and provide design input
• Develop, evaluate, and improve gas processing methods; Modify processes to enhance safety, product quality, and cost efficiency
• Create accurate P&ID drawings, BOMs, and other engineering documentation; Compile quality data, establish regular communication, and facilitate action plans for continuous improvement; Create project specifications along with Instrumentation specifications, MOC and SOPs
• Analyze workforce utilization, space requirements, and workflow; Design layouts for equipment and workspace efficiency
• Make decisions on proper equipment selection and application; Consider cost, value, application suitability, safety, and reliability
• Maintain knowledge of industry standards (ASME, AGA, API, AISC, OSHA, ASTM); Collaborate with outside vendors, contractors, and design teams to meet project specifications and deadlines
• Act as a mentor to Process Engineers within the Alternative Fuels business unit
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, process engineering or a related discipline
• Minimum of seven (7) years related work experience in landfill gas to energy, high BTU/RNG, oil refinery, chemical process, and/or gas process
• Professional Engineer (PE) License is preferred
• Technical experience with gas processing using membrane, pressure swing adsorption, and solvent adsorption processes or gas compression equipment and/or flare and thermal oxidizers is desired
• Knowledge and understanding of Internal Combustion Engine (ICE), crankcase ventilation system, compressors/blowers, expansion joints and HVAC systems
• Knowledge and understanding of fluid flow principles, thermal systems, mechanical design, and structural analysis
• Ability to use AutoCAD for creating process block diagrams, P&IDs, and control philosophy for landfill gas to energy facilities (LFGTE) and renewable natural gas (RNG) facilities
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
• Proficient with current Microsoft Office applications, specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access
• Working knowledge of data collection, data analysis, evaluation, and scientific methods
• Working knowledge and understanding of the basic principles, theories, concepts, and practices in the applicable area of processing engineering/technical specialization
• Experience communicating accurately and frequently with supervisors, manager, and engineering team
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines