Senior Project & Commissioning Engineer

Stark Tech; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 84,552 - 112,736; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market Leading Medical Benefits

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Job summary

Stark Tech in Houston, TX seeks a Senior Project & Commissioning Engineer to lead the RNG plant startup from SAT through full commissioning and operational acceptance. This role is customer- and internally facing, coordinating with multiple parties to ensure timely, cost-efficient startup and ongoing operations.

You will mentor Engineers and Technicians, oversee Balance of Plant controls support, and travel nationwide up to 50%+ as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent experience required.
• 7-10 years of RNG plant experience in landfill/biogas or gas compression/separation industries.
• Experience with RNG equipment design, testing, startup, and full plant operation.
• Strong problem-solving and field-issue resolution abilities.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills; ability to work with customers, contractors, vendors and internal teams.
• CAD experience a plus and PMP is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead RNG plant start-up from SAT through commissioning and acceptance.
• Coordinate activities of customers and internal and external parties to meet startup requirements.
• Provide leadership and coaching to Engineers and Technicians; support Balance of Plant controls.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Customer service

Problem solving

Communication

Travel 50%+

Microsoft Office

CAD experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

CAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Requirements

The Senior Project & Commissioning Engineer is a technical subject matter expert and responsible for managing an RNG plant start-up from SAT through full commissioning and operational acceptance. This individual will be both customer and internal facing and will coordinate activity of all parties to meet start up and operational requirements in a timely and cost-efficient manner, including providing leadership and coaching to Engineers and Technicians. This position will also be responsible for individual skid and Balance of Plant controls support.

Compensation

The expected pay range for this position is $84,552-$112,736 annually, depending on experience, qualifications, and geographic location. Stark Tech reasonably expects to pay within this range at the time of hire. Individual compensation is determined based on several factors including experience, education, certifications, skills, internal equity, and market conditions.

Work Experience

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent experience required.
• 7-10 years of experience with RNG plants in both landfill and biogas settings and/or gas compression and separation equipment and processes in related industries.
• Experience with RNG equipment design, manufacturing, testing, and startup, including demonstrated experience with full plant operation.
• Excellent problem-solving skills - ability to "think on your feet" and resolve issues in the field in real time.
• Strong customer service and communication skills and mindset; ability to balance competing interests of customers, contractors, vendors and other parties.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; ability to work collaboratively with other project managers, engineers, and trades.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office. CAD experience a plus.
• Project management skills (PMP a plus).
• Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines required.
• Able to travel nationwide up to 50%+, including multiple weeks on site as required.

Benefits

Advance your career with Stark Tech, a leader in facilities and energy solutions. We specialize in integrating systems, providing energy-efficient equipment and services, and supporting sustainability through innovative technologies. At Stark Tech, we invest in our employees by offering a competitive benefits package recognized with Mployer's 2026 Great Employee Benefits designation, featuring Market Leading Medical Benefits, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, generous employer HSA contributions, paid time off, a 401(k) with employer match, wellness programs, and career development opportunities. Join our fast-growing, customer-focused organization where your skills and dedication will be valued and rewarded with competitive pay and a positive work environment.