Facilities Engineer

Job summary

Entity:

Supply, Trading & Shipping

Job Family Group:

Engineering Group

Job Description:

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 Facilities Engineer will be responsible for providing engineering support to existing power generating plants at Archaea. The support will range from system optimization to upgrade projects. This role will work closely with Operations, Maintenance, Construction personnel in support of achieving runtime and power generation KPI's. They will also work closely with in-house Engineering teams and 3rd party Engineering Contractors to develop workpack deliverables for system modifications.

Key accountabilities

Support the continuing improvement of power generating systems including new system designs and existing system retrofits.

Create design basis and develop systems that include but are not limited to industrial piping, pumps, actuated valves, compressors, blowers, heat exchangers, other process equipment, and associated instrumentation.

Work directly with 3rd-party engineering firms for engineering deliverables that are not internally generated and review and approve engineering submittals generated by 3rd parties.

Ensure designs are aligned with safety and long-term serviceability as top priorities.

Create MOC's that loop in key stake holders to manage, mitigate, and document risks associated with modifications and upgrades.

Select the right level of risk assesment for changes, from a Hazard Checklist to a HAZOP.

Provide engineering input and/or develop operating, maintenance, commissioning, and start-up procedures and strategies.

Provide project management oversite for improvement projects including start-up and commissioning.

Maintain site engineering drawings and documents following a document control process.

Provide technical support for operation and maintenance personnel in support of Archaea's power generation facilities.

Essential education

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

Essential experience

Minimum of 3 years experience in a relevant engineering roles.

Knowledge and understanding of thermodynamics, fluid flow , heat transfer principles, thermal systems, mechanical design & structural analysis.

Proven track record in practical application of engineering standards and practices for operating facilities (e.g. ASME, API, NFPA).

Fundamental understanding of welding and other general fabrication methods.

Demonstrable experience with designing & executing mechanical modifications and/or overseeing complex repair scopes.

Demonstrable experience and technical understanding of engineering, maintenance, and operation of gas handling equipment including control integration of equipment.

Demonstrable experience with developing functional narratives / functional control descriptions.

Demonstrable experience in root cause failure analysis and problem solving methods.

Demonstrable experience with ISA symbols and interpreting/developing PFDs and P&IDs.

Demonstrable experience reading and interpreting plant layout, piping, mechanical drawings.

Willing to travel domestically and work on operating plant sites.

Desirable criteria

Professional Engineering (PE) license.

Demonstrable experience in power generation especially LFGTE.

Demonstrable experience with biogas facilities.

Demonstrable proficiency in SolidWorks & PDM.

The following specific technical experience is desirable: gas processing/treating, gas compression equipment, gas/water separation, waste gas flare systems.

Knowledge and understanding of internal combustion engines including but not limited to their fuel gas and fuel liquid systems, turbochargers, lubrication systems, exhaust systems, crankcase ventilation.

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, commitment and courage to help us invest in today’s energy system and build out tomorrow’s, apply today!

How much do we pay? $94,500 - $135,000. *Note that the pay range listed for this position is a genuinely expected and reasonable estimate of the range of possible base compensation at the time of posting.

This position offers paid vacation depending on your years of relevant industry experience and will range from 120 – 240 hours of vacation per year for full times employees (60 - 240 hours of vacation per year for part time employees). You will also be eligible for 9 paid holidays per year and 2 personal choice holidays. You may learn more about how we calculate paid vacation and view our generous vacation and holiday schedules at benefits@bp. Bp has a parental leave policy as well, which offers up to 8 weeks’ paid leave for the birth or adoption of a child. Learn more at benefits@bp.

Join our industry-leading team and you’ll receive a reward and wellbeing package to enable your work to fit with your life. These include, but are not limited to:

Discretionary Annual Bonus Program

401K Program

Quarterly Momentum Bonus

Health, Vision, And Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

But above all? You’ll play a key part in helping bp deliver our ambition – to be a net zero company by 2050 or sooner and help the world get to net zero. Apply today!

Travel Requirement

Up to 25% travel should be expected with this role

Relocation Assistance:

This role is not eligible for relocation

Remote Type:

This position is a hybrid of office/remote working

Skills:

Legal Disclaimer:

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