Senior Principal Facility Engineer

Senior Principal Facilities Engineer

bp is committed to investing in lower carbon energy so we can meet our ambition to reach net zero by 2050. And while we're still mostly in oil and gas today, bioenergy is one of our five transition growth engines and a key focus to help us support the global energy transition.

Archaea Energy, a bp company, is a leader in landfill gas to energy and the largest renewable natural gas (RNG) producer in the US. With big ambitions, we specialize in the development, construction and operation of RNG, landfill-gas-to-electric and dairy digester facilities. The team operates around 50 sites in 32 states with a robust development pipeline.

The Senior Principal Facilities Engineer will be responsible for providing engineering support to operating Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) plants  support will range from plant optimization to small upgrade projects. This role will work closely with Operations, Maintenance, and Construction personnel in support of achieving plant runtime and production KPIs. They will also work closely with in-house Engineering teams and 3rd party Engineering Contractors to develop workpack deliverables for plant modifications.

• Lead the creation of MOC's to document plant modifications and upgrades
• Work directly with 3rd-party engineering firms for engineering deliverables that are not internally generated
• Review and approve major engineering submittals generated by 3rd parties
• Provide engineering input into operating, maintenance, commissioning, and start-up procedures and strategies
• Drive the right level of risk assessment for changes, from a Hazard Checklist to a HAZOP
• Ensure designs are aligned with safety and long-term serviceability as top priorities
• Act as a resource for new operators and technicians in the design and operation of Archaea's RNG plants
• Provide start-up support for plant upgrades

• Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or equivalent in related field

• More than 10 years experience with natural gas processing, refining, petrochemicals or related field.
• Proven track record in practical application of engineering standards and practices for operating facilities (e.g. ASME, API)
• Experience with designing & executing minor mechanical modifications and/or overseeing complex repair scopes
• Experience and technical understanding of engineering, maintenance, and operation of gas processing equipment
• Experience in root cause failure analysis
• Proficient in working with PFDs and P&IDs.
• Willing to travel domestically

• Professional Engineering (PE) license
• Experience with Renewable Natural Gas facilities
• The following specific technical experience is desirable: gas processing/treating, gas compression equipment, pressure swing adsorption, flares and thermal oxidizers
• Knowledge and understanding of fluid flow principles, thermal systems, pressure relief systems, mechanical design, and structural analysis
• Understanding of ASME, AISC, OSHA, AGA & ASTM standards

Delivering a better and more balanced energy system requires many different approaches and solutions. All of us have a part to play. We aim to support our people to learn and grow in an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly. So, if you have the right skills, commitment and courage to help us invest in today's energy system and build out tomorrow's, apply today!

How much do we pay? $130,000 - $160,000.
* Note that the pay range listed for this position is a genuinely expected and reasonable estimate of the range of possible base compensation at the time of posting. This position offers paid vacation depending on your years of relevant industry experience and will range from 120 – 240 hours of vacation per year for full times employees (60 - 240 hours of vacation per year for part time employees).

You will also be eligible for 9 paid holidays per year and 2 personal choice holidays. You may learn more about how we calculate paid vacation and view our generous vacation and holiday schedules at benefits has a parental leave policy as well, which offers up to 8 weeks' paid leave for the…