Position SummaryThe Operations Engineer is responsible for ensuring safe operation of our RNG assets, maximizing uptime and production, as well as optimizing reliability and performance. This position reports directly to the Operations Engineering Manager. The incumbent will collaborate extensively with the operations and engineering staff through regular on-site support to troubleshoot issues impacting throughput or yield, commission new projects, and implement process and technology improvements at our facilities. The incumbent must be skilled in vendor management and familiar with common gas processing equipment. A results-oriented, self-motivated engineer is needed to work cross-functionally to support or lead a diverse set of analytical and/or operational tasks that may arise in a start-up environment. Remote candidates are welcome.Key ResponsibilitiesManage the full scope, including but not limited to, identification, prioritization and execution of process improvement projects for AMP facilities upgrading biogas into RNG.Identify and troubleshoot issues at biogas upgrading plants as well as devise improved alternative strategies in collaboration with onsite operations staff.Create action plans for resolving issues by evaluating operation targets, unit performance, and limitations.Collect, analyze, and assess data for Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) at existing sites, including weekly reporting to leadership on facility performance vs plan.Interface with multi-disciplinary teams to develop and monitor project metrics as well as manage project data.Summarize operating and engineering data and trends and then recommend corresponding actions to plant management.Collaborate with Vendors and Plant Managers to develop SOPs and other training material for operations staff.Manage vendors to improve reliability and lower operating costs.Perform Root Cause Failure Analyses (RCFAs) and implement solutions with support from plant management.Train new operators on root cause analysis and optimal plant operation.Assist Regulatory team in fugitive emission and carbon intensity (CI) score tracking and monitoring.Required QualificationsBachelor’s in Engineering, preferably Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial1-3 years of field engineering experience in process industries (refining, chemical processing, petrochemicals and fertilizer), mining, power generation, water, wastewater or biofuels (ethanol, biodiesel, digesters, landfill) and oil and gas exploration and production and midstream.Demonstrated succinct, clear communication (oral and written) as well as reporting and analyzing KPIs.Passion for and track record of delivering results and problem solving.Experience with SCADA systems (e.g., Wonderware, Factory Talk, Ignition) as well as data historians (e.g., Aveva, OSI PI).Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time.What We OfferCompensation package commensurate with experience including merit-based bonuses and equityComprehensive benefits package including health insurance starting day onePaid time off and 12 paid company holidaysOpportunity to build upon your career in a company on the cutting edge of the RNG industry.HQ located near Clybourn & Armitage in the Lincoln Park neighborhood in ChicagoCasual dress code and marginally competitive ping-pongAbout Amp AmericasAmp Americas owns and operates one of the largest carbon negative fuels producing portfolios in the U.S. Amp makes ultra-low carbon intensity RNG from dairy waste at 7 facilities in three states processing manure from over 100,000 cows. Amp operates three business units: Amp Americas Development, Amp Americas Services, and Amp Americas RNG Marketing. Amp’s dairy RNG projects produce 100% renewable natural gas from on-farm anaerobic digester to vehicle fuel projects. Amp Services leverages Amp’s expertise in managing, operating, and maintaining dairy RNG projects to provide these services to third parties. Amp RNG Marketing is the company’s RNG marketing and risk management business. Amp was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.Disclaimer: This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position, and the duties and responsibilities may change without notice. Amp is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to excellence through diversity.