Senior Project & Commissioning Engineer

About the role

The Senior Project & Commissioning Engineer is a technical subject matter expert responsible for managing an RNG plant start-up from Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) through full commissioning and operational acceptance. This individual will coordinate activity of all parties to meet start-up and operational requirements in a timely and cost-efficient manner, including providing leadership and coaching to Engineers and Technicians. The position also provides individual skid and Balance of Plant controls support and interfaces with both customers and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead RNG plant start-up from SAT through full commissioning and operational acceptance.
• Coordinate start-up activities and ensure alignment with schedule, cost, safety, and quality targets.
• Provide technical oversight and troubleshooting during commissioning and early operations.
• Support individual skid and Balance of Plant controls integration and validation.
• Lead and coach junior engineers and technicians during plant commissioning.
• Balance competing stakeholder interests (customers, contractors, vendors) to meet project goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience.
• 7–10 years of experience with RNG plants in landfill and biogas settings, or with gas compression and separation equipment and processes in related industries.
• Experience with RNG equipment design, manufacturing, testing, and start-up, including full plant operation.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve issues in the field in real time.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills; ability to work across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Strong organizational and collaborative skills; ability to work with project managers, engineers, and trades.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; CAD experience is a plus.
• Project management skills (PMP certification is a plus).
• Ability to multi-task, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to travel nationwide up to 50%+, including multiple weeks on site as required.

Benefits

• Competitive, market-leading medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Generous employer Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions.
• Paid time off and a 401(k) with employer match.
• Wellness programs and career development opportunities.
• Recognized with Mployer’s 2026 Great Employee Benefits designation.

Pay

The expected pay range for this position is $84,552–$112,736 annually, depending on experience, qualifications, and geographic location. Individual compensation is determined based on experience, education, certifications, skills, internal equity, and market conditions.