Project Engineer – Renewable Natural Gas (RNG)

Waga Energy•Lower Merion Township, PA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Waga Energy is seeking candidates for the position of Project Engineer in our Bala Cynwyd, PA Office (Philadelphia Area). This role requires the ability to accommodate +/- 25% domestic travel time (including overnight stays) and site work, with potential for some international travel. This is an exciting and rewarding position focused on promoting renewable energies, particularly renewable gas, in the future of energy transition. Project Engineers at Waga Energy are integral members of a collaborative project delivery team, responsible for the successful delivery of the company's WAGABOX® landfill biogas to Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) upgrading units. This is a highly responsible role that supports projects from the initial feasibility analysis stage through planning, design, permitting, construction, and ongoing operations.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in engineering (chemical, mechanical, process or a related discipline).
A minimum of 3 years of previous experience in a project engineering role.
A passion for environmental preservation and sustainability.
Experience with the conception and commissioning of equipment within a gas, chemical, or heat production related industry as well as knowledge of pressure equipment design.
The ability to effectively build and maintain coworker, client and vendor/subcontractor relationships.
Excellent written & verbal communication skills and the ability to work well in a collaborative team environment.
Candidates must also be highly analytical and well organized.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with DraftSight/AutoCAD or equivalent engineering software is a plus.

Responsibilities

Assisting with the development and execution of project scope and schedule, from FEED (Front End Engineering Design) studies through to project delivery and ongoing operations.
Assisting with all applicable regulatory and permitting related tasks to ensure compliance with all local, state, national, and industry specific codes and standards to include drafting and tracking requests for authorization.
Assisting with the procurement of equipment including drafting equipment specifications and datasheets as well as coordinating with both internal teams and outside equipment suppliers/manufacturers.
Tracking and documenting project information (both internal and external) including information relevant to the procurement of equipment and supplies, as well as scheduling and progress related documentation.
Managing subcontractors including subcontractor engineers, equipment manufacturers, and site contractors to include requesting quotes/proposals, overseeing/inspecting work to ensure adherence to the project plan, budget, and quality standards, and tracking change requests.
Assisting with all applicable pre-commissioning & commissioning related activities.
Ensuring the successful “handover” of new projects to the internal operations team.
Supporting ongoing operations via technical trouble shooting and system checks of WAGABOX® units as needed.
Maintaining a continuous focus on safety and process optimization/improvement throughout all phases of assigned projects, making suggestions and taking necessary actions as needed.