Job Posted: Sept 16, 2022
Job Location: Signal Hill, CA, USA
Travel: Yes, 25-30% of the time

Job Description
BIOGAS is searching for a self-motivated senior mechanical/process engineer with a proven record of excellent project delivery to lead several projects in the renewable natural gas and biogas utilization field. Responsibilities will include working alongside other professionals to ensure deadlines are met, liaising with external and internal stakeholders, attending meetings, travelling to the site (occasionally), using CADD software to review detailed designs, review of P&ID’s, develop specifications, review and produce calculations to support design. The selected candidate will assist the technical director and operational manager in making sure all projects remain within budget and on time. The role may include presentations and compiling of reports for senior management. Job location is currently remote/WFH with a preference on individuals to be based in Southern California. Exceptions to be considered for the right candidate.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Identifies appropriate materials and processes to ensure the quality, performance, and manufacturability of products.
• Review and markup of drawings prepared by design group.
• Willingness to mentor others.
• Analyzing problems and coming up with designs to solve them.
• Networking and collaborating with other engineers and professionals.
• Working within the budget to deliver safe and efficient products on time.
• Allocating resources and time effectively.
• Developing design prototypes.
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders.
• Attending meetings and providing input and updates.
• Analyzing data to write up reports.
• Provide technical feedback during HAZOP reviews.
• Communicating with staff, directors, and clients.
• Conducts analysis and tests to determine weaknesses and failures in prototypes or products.
• Creating plans and designs using CAD technology.
• Duties and responsibilities may change, and new ones may be added, at any time with or without advanced notice.

Skills and Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
• 10+ years of experience is desired
• Licensed as a professional engineer, California Mechanical PE license is a must or a pathway to obtain in a short period of time, other state licenses are a plus
• Oil and Gas background, renewable energy background and rotating equipment background is a plus.
• Prior experience to biogas industry is desired but not required.
• Additional courses in mathematics, physical science, or design, are recommended.
• Superb creativity, vision, and problem-solving skills.
• Great written and verbal communication skills.
• Curiosity and a growth mindset.
• Ability to legally work within the United States without company support.

Working Conditions

• The worker is subject to both environmental conditions: Activities occur inside and outside.

Physical Requirements

• Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full use of the lower extremities and back muscles
• Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
• Standing: Remaining upright on the feet, particularly for sustained periods of time.

Direct Reports

• This role will not have direct reports at time of hire.

Background Check: Employment will be dependent on candidate successfully passing a background check.

Benefits: Biogas Engineering offers competitive compensation based on qualifications, a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401k benefits. Paid holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO) is also offered.