Senior Project Engineer- RNG

Piper Maddox; Charlotte (NC); Remote; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading clean energy developer is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to join their RNG engineering team. This role offers the flexibility of remote work or being based in Charlotte, NC, with a competitive salary and additional benefits. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical engineering and experience with RNG projects. Join a supportive team focused on energy resilience and decarbonization.

Benefits

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Pension plan

Child care support

Disability insurance

Qualifications

• Over 8 years of experience required.
• PE preferred but EIT/FE candidates considered.

Responsibilities

• Review engineering plans with a focus on safety and cost optimization.
• Prepare and update key documentation like PFDs and P&IDs.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure constructability and reliability.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

RNG projects

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

This range is provided by Piper Maddox. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$120,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus and Stock options

Our client is one of the most established clean energy developers in the US. They develop, construct, and operate renewable energy projects focused on driving decarbonization and energy resilience.

They’re looking for a Senior Project Engineer to join their high-impact RNG engineering team, supporting Landfill, Dairy, & WW RNG projects across the U.S.

What They're Looking For:

• Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering + over 8 years of experience
• MUST have experience working on RNG projects
• PE is highly preferred, but willing to bring on candidates with EIT/FE

What You'll Be Doing:

• Review engineering plans, specs, and schedules with a focus on safety and cost optimization.
• Prepare and update PFDs, P&IDs, BOMs, and other key documentation. Perform and review design calculations; develop equipment and material specs.
• Contribute to plant layout and general arrangement drawings, ensuring safety and code compliance.
• Collaborate with project management, engineering, and vendor teams to ensure constructability, reliability, and process optimization.

Why You'll Love this Opportunity:

• Fully remote or based in Charlotte, NC (team is trying to grow that office)
• 25% travel- you’ll stay connected to the projects without living out of a suitcase
• $120,000-$150,000 base salary + annual & project-based bonuses!
• Parental leave & tuition reimbursement!
• Public company with long-term stability & diverse portfolio across energy efficiency, solar, CHP, and microgrids (not just RNG)
• Highly supportive & collaborative global team, minimal red tape, and growth into PM or technical leadership!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Pension plan

Child care support

Disability insurance

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