Process Engineer I

Maas Energy Works, Inc.; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks vacation

8.5 holidays

Paid sick time

ICHRA health reimbursement

Dental & Vision covered

Life insurance

401k with match

Profit sharing

Job summary

Maas Energy Works, Inc. is seeking a Process Engineer for Goose Works to design and manage biogas handling, compression, and upgrading systems.

You will collaborate with project engineers, vendors, field teams, and managers to develop process designs before construction and ensure proper commissioning in the field. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering, experience with process simulations, and knowledge of API/ASME/NFPA standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical/Industrial/Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Proven experience in process engineering, preferably oil & gas or renewable fuels.
• Familiarity with process simulations and HSE standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop, configure, and optimize industrial processes from inception through start-up and commissioning.
• Produce design deliverables such as mass balances, P&IDs, electrical load lists, and piping isometrics.
• Run hydraulic and process simulations to validate designs.
• Develop best practices to improve production rates and quality of output.
• Collaborate with project management to manage cost and schedule constraints.
• Perform risk assessments and provide process documentation and operating instructions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Process engineering experience

Health & safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical/Industrial/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoDesk Plant 3D

Process simulations software

Job description

Position Title: GW - Process Engineer

Department: Goose Works

Reports to: Goose Works Manager

Compensation: Salary range $70,000k - $105,000k; Commensurate to Skills and Experience

Hours: Full-time: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm

Benefits

• Three weeks of paid vacation
• Eight & a half paid holidays annually
• Two paid flexible holidays annually
• Paid sick time
• ICHRA Health Insurance Reimbursement
• 100% Employer Paid Dental & Vision Insurance
• 100% Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Other benefits accrue over the first 3-24 months, including additional paid vacation, no-cost primary medical care membership, 401k, 401k matching, and quarterly profit share.

Place of Work: Corporate Headquarters - 1730 South Street, Redding CA, 96001

Company Overview

Maas Energy Works is the leading developer and operator of agricultural waste-to-energy systems in the United States. The Company designs, develops, constructs, and operates biogas renewable energy generation systems, primarily on dairy farms. Our projects include anaerobic digesters, biogas-powered electric generation, and renewable natural gas upgrading.

Position Description

Goose Works (GW) is a subsidiary of Maas Energy Works (MEW) specializing in the design and development of biogas handling, compression, and upgrading equipment as well as accessory equipment used on bio-digester sites. GW is seeking an experienced Process Engineer to design and manage the process and system design of new biogas blowers, compressors, upgrading skids, and upgrading hubs. This equipment will collectively handle biogas compression, chilling, water removal, CO₂ removal, H₂S removal, gas analysis, measurement, and all other industrial processes required to upgrade biomethane to a pre-determined specification that permits injection into natural gas pipelines or compressed trailers.

The Process Engineer will collaborate with MEW project engineers, MEW project development project managers, vendors, fabricators, field installation team and construction managers, and other stakeholders to develop process and system design prior to construction and to confirm proper installation and operation in the field during system commissioning. Additionally, the engineer will provide support to operations as needed. The ideal candidate will have experience in designing industrial gas handling equipment, a strong understanding of system optimization, and the ability to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, improve sustainability, and maximize profitability of our designs.

Responsibilities

• Develop, configure, and optimize industrial processes from inception through to start up, and hot commissioning including all performance testing and certification.
• Produce design deliverables such as mass balance tables, P&ID’s, electrical load lists, and piping isometrics for equipment and facilities.
• Run hydraulic and process simulations.
• Develop best practices, routines, and innovative solutions to improve production rates and quality of output.
• Work directly with the Goose Works PM team to effectively manage cost and time constraints.
• Perform risk assessments.
• Provide process documentation and operating instructions.

Qualifications & Skills

• Completed Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Proven work experience in process engineering (preferably oil & gas or renewable fuels).
• Excellent technical skills
• Knowledge of industry standards such as API, ASME, and NFPA.
• Experience in process simulations.
• Working knowledge of process engineering software packages.
• CAD experience, especially in the AutoDesk suite (i.e. Plant 3D).
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations.
• Analytical thinker with interpersonal skills.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Physical Demand Requirements

Work Environment

This job mainly operates in a professional office environment. The role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. However, there will be periods of outdoor field work on site that may include inclement weather, heat, cold, high noise levels, and near various industrial and electrical equipment, moving mechanical and construction equipment.

Physical Demands

Must be able to move objects of at least 30 lbs., and use leg, abdominal, and lower back muscles to provide support. Some travel will be required which would require the ability to walk up and down stairs, and to enter, travel in, and exit vehicles and airplanes.