Process / Applications Engineer

Job Description

As a member of the Anaergia Integrated Systems (AIS) team, the Process/Applications Engineer will support the sale, design, and development of exciting projects in the biogas and organics waste processing industry. This role will involve preparing proposals and pricing sheets for process equipment, drafting Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) and other engineering design documentation, and other tasks supporting the design, manufacturing, and commissioning of AIS systems.

We are looking for a self-starting, forward-thinking, multi-tasking Process/Applications Engineer who enjoys challenges and actively seeks to develop and improve work processes and the environment.

Key Accountabilities

Reporting to the Director, Anaergia Integrated Systems, the responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Interfacing with the business development team to prepare proposals and bids for a wide range of waste-to-energy systems offered by Anaergia
• Working within AIS to prepare proposals for process equipment packages and services for Anaergia Integrated Systems, including organics polishing systems, biogas conditioning and upgrading systems, and ammonia removal systems
• Preparing detailed project cost spreadsheets to inform budgets for potential projects, by soliciting quotations from vendors and using in-house calculation tools
• Complete process flow diagrams (PFDs), P&IDs, process calculations, and other design documents (e.g., valve lists, instrumentation lists, equipment lists, etc.) to support detailed engineering design and engineering submittals
• Draft process control narratives and cause and effect diagrams for AIS products
• Develop operating instructions, installation, and maintenance manuals for various AIS equipment
• Travel to local manufacturing shops to oversee and inspect progress on equipment fabrication and assembly
• Support the mechanical assembly of AIS equipment in the shop
• Create process flows and make design choices that optimize costs and ensure manufacturability
• Occasional travel within Canada and the United States to attend conferences, perform factory acceptance testing, and help commission AIS systems
• Other projects and tasks as assigned by the discretion of Anaergia

Requirements

Education and/or Experience

• University degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Environmental Engineering, or equivalent degree/experience
• 0-3 years experience with biogas, renewable natural gas (RNG), wastewater, anaerobic digestion, and/or organic waste processing

Preferred Requirements

Technical and Personal Skills

• Experience with industry-standard P&ID development software. Familiarity with SMAP3D P&ID software is an asset
• Possess or working towards a professional engineering (P.Eng) license in the province of Ontario
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Dynamics)
• Familiar with design codes, including CSA B149.6 Code for Digester Gas, ASME VIII Division 1 BPVC, ASME B31.3 Process Piping, ASCE 7 wind and seismic design loads, API-RP500 hazardous area classification for Class 1, Divisions 1 and 2
• Familiar with principles of operation of process equipment such as pumps, blowers, compressors, heat exchangers, valves, filters, membranes, and separators
• Demonstrated dedication to safety
• Familiarity with electrical wiring, instrumentation, and controls is an asset
• A highly motivated self-starter who can independently solve problems and reliably complete tasks. Able to seize opportunities and move them forward with minimal direction
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to engage with internal and external stakeholders to ensure continuous progress with tasks

Additional Requirements

• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada with the ability and willingness to occasionally travel to the United States or other countries
• A valid driver's license

Equal Opportunity Statement

Anaergia is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide employment opportunities without regard to age, color, national origin, citizenship status, disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable laws. We also provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Anaergia does not use AI tools in screening, assessing, or selecting candidates.