Research & Development Engineer I

Anaergia; Burlington; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Anaergia is seeking an R&D Engineer to lead bench-scale research supporting growth in solid waste handling and renewable energy. The role involves laboratory analysis, data collection, and collaboration on technology development from concept through pilot testing.

You'll work with teams across Anaergia to model processes, prepare technical deliverables, and participate in commercialization efforts, including economic evaluations and vendor coordination, with travel to facilities as needed.

Qualifications

• University degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Environmental Engineering.
• 0-3 years experience with biogas, RNG, wastewater, anaerobic digestion, or organic waste processing.
• 1-3 years of laboratory analysis experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage all laboratory activities including testing, data collection, reporting, and procurement of materials.
• Develop, manage, and execute R&D programs.
• Review operational data to identify trends and support tech development.
• Develop mass and energy balance models and process simulations for digestion and wastewater systems.
• Participate in technology development from concept to pilot testing and commercialization.
• Prepare engineering deliverables such as PFDs, P&IDs, BOMs, and technical reports.
• Support technology commercialization with economic evaluations and market assessments.
• Travel to operating facilities to support commissioning and optimization.
• Collaborate with vendors, consultants, and internal teams to deliver projects.

Skills

Biogas knowledge

Laboratory analysis

Data analysis

Education

Engineering degree (Chemical/Mechanical/Environmental)

Job description

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Anaergia (TSX: ANRG) is a global leader in offering sustainable solutions for the production of clean energy and the conversion of waste streams to resources. Through a proven portfolio of proprietary technological solutions, Anaergia maximizes the generation of renewable energy, the diversion of waste from landfills, and the reduction of greenhouse gases for customers across the municipal, industrial, commercial, and agricultural sectors. Headquartered in Burlington, ON, and through its multiple subsidiaries across North America, Europe, Africa, and Asia, Anaergia is trusted at more than 1,600 installations globally.

SUMMARY OF THE POSITION

As a key member of the Research & Development team, the R&D Engineer will oversee and conduct cutting-edge research to support the strategic growth of the company by bringing life to new technology. The successful candidate will participate in active research and product development with a focus on solid waste handling and processing; anaerobic digestion; wastewater treatment, nutrient recovery, and renewable power generation. The role will initially support maternity leave coverage within the R&D group, with primary involvement in laboratory bench-scale research activities before transitioning into a broader R&D engineering role.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Manage all laboratory-based activities, including analysis, testing, data collection, reporting, and procurement of laboratory materials and reagents.


• Develop, manage, and execute research and development programs.


• Review operational and experimental data to identify trends, diagnose process issues, and support technology development.


• Develop mass and energy balance models and process simulations for anaerobic digestion, wastewater treatment, resource recovery, and solid waste processing systems.


• Participate in the development of new technologies from concept through pilot testing, detailed engineering, commissioning, and commercialization.


• Prepare engineering deliverables, including process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), equipment specifications, bills of materials, technical reports, and related documentation.


• Support technology commercialization activities, including economic evaluations, market assessments, vendor coordination, and preparation of operation and maintenance documentation.


• Travel to operating facilities to support commissioning, troubleshooting, optimization, and performance evaluations.


• Work collaboratively with equipment vendors, consultants, and internal engineering teams to successfully deliver technology development projects.


• Other projects and tasks as assigned by the discretion of Anaergia.

WHAT YOU BRING

Education and/or Experience

• University degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Environmental Engineering, or equivalent degree/experience.


• 0-3 years experience with biogas, renewable natural gas (RNG), wastewater, anaerobic digestion, and/or organic waste processing.


• 1-3 years of experience in a laboratory setting conducting laboratory analysis

Technical and Personal Skills

• Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical drawings, including PFDs & P&IDs, mechanical arrangement drawings and plot plans, controls schematics, electrical single line diagrams, and electrical schematics.


• Results-oriented; demonstrated success in overcoming obstacles, maintaining timelines, and budgets.


• Accomplished communicator.


• Self-starter; able to seize opportunities and move projects forward with minimal direction.


• Team player with proven ability to drive research programs to conclusion without sacrificing analytical results.


• Able to work in a fast-paced, growth-oriented organization.


• Effective problem-solving skills.


• Strong analytical, technical writing, and problem-solving skills.

Additional Requirements

• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada with the ability and willingness to occasionally travel to the United States or other countries


• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive to operating facilities in Ontario.


• Registered professional engineering designation or the ability to achieve the designation in Ontario.
  

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Anaergia is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide employment opportunities without regard to age, color, national origin, citizenship status, disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable laws. We also provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Anaergiadoes not use AI tools in screening, assessing, or selecting candidates.