Commissioning 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.

About The Position - Responsibilities & Duties

We're currently seeking candidates for the position of

Commissioning Engineer

in our

Bala Cynwyd, PA office (Philadelphia Area)

. If you are passionate about renewable energy and eager to make a significant impact on energy transition, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

This role involves consistent travel (approximately 80%) to Waga Energy's WAGABOX® locations across the US. The duration of time spent on project sites varies and can extend to four or more weeks at a time. Site work assignments involve hands-on physical tasks including lifting, carrying, and working in varied environmental conditions.

The Commissioning Engineer serves as member of a collaborative project delivery team and is responsible for the commissioning of new WAGABOX® landfill gas upgrading units ensuring that all systems and equipment are installed, tested, and operating according to established operational requirements. This role supports US WAGABOX® projects while working regularly with team members from Waga Energy’s French and Canadian teams.

Associated Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

- Commissioning Planning and Execution - Developing and implementing detailed commissioning plans, schedules, and procedures for all new US WAGABOX® units.

- System Integration - Ensuring all unit systems and components are integrated seamlessly, meeting design specifications and operational standards.

- Performance Evaluation - Evaluating the performance of each step of the process, identifying areas for improvement, and ensuring optimal unit operations.

- Leak Testing & Inerting Processes - Implementing and managing leak testing and inerting processes, ensuring safety and gas quality.

- Safety and Compliance - Maintaining a continuous focus on safety, ensuring all commissioning activities comply with safety regulations and industry standards.

- Continuous Improvement - Consistently prioritizing process optimization/improvement throughout the commissioning process and making suggestions to Waga Energy R&D and design teams.

- Troubleshooting and Issue Resolution - Identifying, diagnosing, and resolving technical issues during the commissioning phase to ensure smooth plant startup and operation.

- Documentation and Reporting - Maintaining comprehensive documentation of commissioning activities, test results, and performance metrics and presenting information to all project team members.

- Team Collaboration - Working in close collaboration with project managers, project engineers, and other team members to ensure successful project delivery and handover to operations.

- Training and Support - Providing training and support to plant operators on the operation and maintenance of commissioned systems and equipment.

About You - Qualifications & Skills

The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic, self‑motivated engineering professional with a passion for sustainability, and:

- A bachelor’s degree in process, mechanical, or chemical engineering.

- A minimum of 4 years of hands-on commissioning experience within the energy, infrastructure, or a related industry. Gas engineering experience is preferred but not required.

- Technical skills in the areas of automation, electricity, process engineering (P&ID, PFD, Hazop, functional analysis, etc.), and mechanical engineering (piping, pressure vessels, etc.).

- Knowledge of inerting processes and safety protocols.

- Familiarity with RNG production processes, systems, and equipment is preferred but not required.

- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

- Excellent written & verbal communication skills including the ability to effectively build and maintain coworker, client, and vendor/subcontractor relationships.

- The ability to perform physical tasks including lifting, carrying, and working in varied environmental conditions.

- Comfortable working in industrial environments such as gas processing, chemical plants, or energy facilities.

Culture

Faced with the urgent need to act to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the employees of Waga Energy have committed themselves to take meaningful action to contribute to sustainable energy transition and the construction of a more environmentally friendly society. In serving as members of this committed team of professionals, Waga Energy employees are supported in meeting their professional development and career advancement goals within a fair, ethical culture focused on cooperation, humility, integrity, respect, and teamwork.

Benefits

Waga offers a competitive annual salary and benefits package including 20 days of paid time off, 11 paid holidays and paid parental leave along with health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance and a 401k plan with company matching contributions.

Recruiting Process Waga Energy's Recruiting Process Typically Includes The Following Steps

- Interview with human resources representative via phone or Teams.

- Interview with applicable manager and human resources representative via Teams.

- Candidate completes Predictive Index (PI) cognitive and behavioral assessments.

- Potential additional interview with executive level manager via Teams or in-person.

Waga Energy is an equal opportunity employer.

Note to Recruiters/Staffing Agencies : Waga Energy, Inc. is currently managing all recruiting efforts internally and is not accepting inquires or candidate recommendations from external agencies.