Process Engineer

Sagepoint Energy•Carmel, IN

17d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Process Engineer supports Sagepoint Energy and Sagepoint Logistics by providing technical engineering expertise across energy production, renewable natural gas (RNG), and logistics operations. This role is responsible for optimizing processes, improving operational efficiency, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting capital projects from concept through commissioning. The Process Engineer works cross-functionally with operations, maintenance, and leadership teams to identify process improvement opportunities, troubleshoot operational issues, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across the organization. Sagepoint Energy embodies core values of dependability, excellence, and integrity.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field required.
3+ years of process engineering experience in energy, oil and gas, agriculture, wastewater, or industrial operations preferred.
Experience with RNG, biogas, anaerobic digestion, or renewable energy systems is preferred but not required; candidates with adjacent process experience are encouraged to apply.
Proficiency in process simulation tools, P&ID development, and technical documentation is desired.
Working knowledge of relevant regulatory frameworks including EPA, OSHA PSM, DOT pipeline safety, and applicable state environmental regulations is a plus.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret operational data and drive actionable improvements.
Experience supporting capital projects from front-end engineering through commissioning and startup is preferred.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, multi-site operating environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite; experience with SCADA, process historians, or operational data platforms is a plus.

Responsibilities

Design, evaluate, and optimize processes across energy production, RNG generation, and logistics operations to improve efficiency, reliability, and cost performance.
Support RNG facility operations including anaerobic digestion systems, biogas upgrading and conditioning, pipeline interconnects, and injection infrastructure; prior RNG experience is preferred but not required.
Develop and maintain process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), mass and energy balances, and other technical documentation.
Identify root causes of process upsets, equipment failures, and throughput inefficiencies; implement corrective actions and preventive measures to resolve issues.
Support capital project execution including scope development, front-end engineering, vendor selection, equipment specification, preparation and presentation of Financial Investment Decision (FID's) analysis, and startup and commissioning activities.
Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to develop and refine standard operating procedures (SOPs), safety protocols, and preventive maintenance programs.
Monitor and analyze key process performance indicators (KPIs), recommending and implementing improvements to maximize uptime, throughput, and output quality.
Ensure process designs and operational practices comply with applicable federal, state, and local environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements.
Support Sagepoint Logistics fleet operations through analysis of fuel system performance, CNG/RNG fueling infrastructure, and vehicle efficiency metrics.
Evaluate new technologies, equipment, and process improvements; prepare technical assessments and business cases for leadership consideration.
Participate in Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), Management of Change (MOC), and incident investigation processes to support safe and compliant operations.
Assist with permitting, emissions reporting, and environmental compliance documentation as required for energy production and logistics facilities.
Provide technical support and mentorship to operations staff and cross-functional team members on process engineering matters.