Principal Facilities Engineer

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About Archaea

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.

About the role

The Principal Facilities Engineer will be responsible for providing engineering support to operating the Assai Renewal Natural Gas (RNG) plant located in Throop, PA.

A key asset for Archaea Energy, this facility converts landfill gas, collected at the landfill, into pipeline quality natural gas (High Btu or Renewable Natural Gas). The facility processes the landfill gas by removing the majority of the non-methane components including CO2, Nitrogen, water, sulfur and volatile and non-volatile organic compounds to attain pipeline quality gas.

The support will range from plant optimization to small upgrade projects. This role will work closely with Operations and Maintenance personnel at the plant in support of achieving plant runtime and production KPI's. They will also work closely with in-house Engineering teams and 3rd party Engineering Contractors to develop workpack deliverables for plant modifications. A key accountability will be maintaining and updating Process Safety Information for the plant.

The successful candidate must be able to report to the plant in Throop, PA at least 3 days per week. You must live near the site or be willing to relocate to report into the site to be considered for the role.

Key accountabilities

• 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
• Work with plant PSM coordinator to ensure PSM deliverables are kept up to date
• 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 the gas plant
• Provide start-up support for plant upgrades

Essential education

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

Essential experience

• More than 5 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.

Desirable criteria

• Professional Engineering (PE) license
• Experience with cryogenic gas plant operations
• 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

Why join us?

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,…