Project Engineer – Renewable Natural Gas; RNG

About Waga Energy

Waga Energy was established to further our founders' commitments to preserving the common good and acting collectively to ensure a sustainable future. Committed to the fight against global warming and to a sustainable energy transition, Waga Energy has developed a breakthrough technology to recover landfill gas into biomethane, also called Renewable Natural Gas (RNG). Our WAGABOX® landfill gas upgrading units deliver high-quality biomethane, regardless of the quality of the raw biogas.

The biomethane produced by the WAGABOX® can be injected directly into the gas grid or used as fuel for vehicles. Waga Energy builds, owns, operates, and maintains the WAGABOX® units under long-term contracts with landfill owners, and biomethane sales revenue is shared. Already in operation at dozens of landfill sites worldwide, this revolutionary landfill gas purification solution has been producing clean, local renewable energy since 2015.

Waga Energy is committed to a mission of driving a sustainable energy transition by making RNG accessible to all. Guided by the values of Boldness, Mastery, and Cooperation, Waga Energy employees in Europe, North America, and other locations are united by a common purpose: maintaining a livable planet for future generations.

Waga Energy is currently seeking candidates for the position of Project Engineer in our Bala Cynwyd, PA Office (Philadelphia Area).

The ability to accommodate +/- 25% domestic travel time (including overnight stays) and site work is required for this position. Some international travel may also be required.

This is an exciting, rewarding position promoting the role of renewable energies, notably renewable gas, in the future of energy transition.

• Assisting with the development and execution of project scope and schedule, from FEED (Front End Engineering Design) studies through to project delivery and ongoing operations.
• Assisting with all applicable regulatory and permitting related tasks to ensure compliance with all local, state, national, and industry specific codes and standards to include drafting and tracking requests for authorization.
• Assisting with the procurement of equipment including drafting equipment specifications and datasheets as well as coordinating with both internal teams and outside equipment suppliers/manufacturers.
• Tracking and documenting project information (both internal and external) including information relevant to the procurement of equipment and supplies, as well as scheduling and progress related documentation.
• Managing subcontractors including subcontractor engineers, equipment manufacturers, and site contractors to include requesting quotes/proposals, overseeing/inspecting work to ensure adherence to the project plan, budget, and quality standards, and tracking change requests.
• Assisting with all applicable pre-commissioning & commissioning related activities.
• Ensuring the successful “handover” of new projects to the internal operations team.
• Supporting ongoing operations via technical troubleshooting and system checks of WAGABOX® units as needed.
• Maintaining a continuous focus on safety and process optimization/improvement throughout all phases of assigned projects, making suggestions and taking necessary actions as needed.

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering (chemical, mechanical, process or a related discipline).
• A minimum of 3 years of previous experience in a project engineering role.
• A passion for environmental preservation and sustainability.
• Experience with the conception and commissioning of equipment within a gas, chemical, or heat production related industry as well as knowledge of pressure equipment design.
• The ability to effectively build and maintain coworker, client and vendor/subcontractor relationships.
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills and the ability to work well in a collaborative team environment.
• Candidates must also be highly analytical and well organized.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office is required. Experience with Draft Sight/AutoCAD or equivalent engineering software is a plus.