Summary

The RNG Compliance Engineer supports RNG project operations and business activity from a compliance standpoint. This includes reviewing the feasibility and design of future facilities, as well as existing operating facilities, with a compliance lens. Compliance includes maintaining the facility's status with existing or future permits, monetization programs (RFS, LCFS, ISCC, etc.), and PSM and RMP programs (EPA, OSHA). The role requires data analysis and data correction of compliance-critical instrument data, as well as coordination with program verifiers, validators, and consultants. Direct coordination with operations personnel and internal and eternal engineering resources required.

Company Mission

Clean Energy pioneered renewable natural gas (RNG) as a vehicle fuel in the U.S. and we continue to be the largest provider of RNG for transportation. We have an extensive network of nearly 600 fueling stations across North America, and can deliver RNG to any station, public or private. Renewable fuel and station infrastructure sales and financing is the focus of the role.

Benefits Offered - 401K, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and with competitive compensation of up to $$95,000-$110,000.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

* Prepares process flow diagrams and mass and energy balances.

* Is familiar with compliance aspects of RNG generating and dispensing facilities.

* Stays up to date on policy changes affecting RNG monetization.

* Is highly familiar with carbon intensity modeling of renewable energy projects.

* Is familiar with process instrumentation and reliability.

* Familiar with data quality and assurance.

* Perform GREET modeling, write LCA reports, and facilitate with pathway submissions in existing and future clean fuel programs.

* Regularly draft, review and update all necessary Compliance Management Plans.

* Manage and update the operational carbon intensity (CI) of existing and projects.

* Engage and represent Clean Energy with the CARB and EPA, including participating in workshops, writing comment letters, and providing regular updates to management.

* Review and oversee the filing of regulatory reports and audit responses.

* With Distribution's operations team, identify opportunities to optimize and de-risk our RNG portfolio, in addition to researching new markets to pursue using RNG.

* Contribute to ongoing composition of our compliance Standard Operating Procedures ("SOP") that covers all steps required to submit and validate pathways, perform verification services, meet RFS deadlines, etc., ensuring regulatory adherence and internal procedural improvements.

* Perform CI modeling on prospective RNG projects during investment due diligence.

* Liaise with Upstream, project developers/operators, and consultants on Clean Energy RNG project investments.

* Review RNG project drawings, schematics, and deliverables for compliancy adherence.

* Assist the operations group in the collection and analysis of project operational data to be used for LCFS credit and RIN generation.

* Ability to remain flexible, work with a dynamic team, maintain excellent organization, and perform other duties as assigned.

* Stay abreast of proposed changes to the RFS and LCFS, providing regular updates to the team.

* Assist with LCFS pathway submittals, verification statements and updating monitoring plans.

* Create a set of procedures to manage and govern CERF's LCFS and RFS obligations.

* Work with external auditors on matters related to audits of CERF's sales and compliance procedures.

* Engage and represent CERF with the California Air Resources Board ("CARB") and U.S. EPA.

* Identify and manage consultants providing regulatory support to CERF.

* Monitor RIN and LCFS markets for regulatory changes that will impact our business, along with opportunities CERF can pursue outside of just RNG to natural gas fueling.

* Assist the biogas operations group in the collection of adequate data for certifying and monetization of RNG in the clean fuel programs we participate in. Support efforts to collect data from project partners.

* Support the biogas operations team with internal and external compliance audits.

* Assist with our compliance Standard Operating Procedures ("SOP") which covers all steps required to submit and validate pathways, perform verification services, and meet clean fuel program deadlines, etc.

* Analyze renewable energy markets, including the LCFS and report the overall performance of all renewable fuels participating in the market.

* Clearly demonstrate a drive for constant improvement and attention to detail in all work product put forth.

* Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited University, 3-5 years of related experience and or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Bachelors degree in environment or sustainability engineering would be preferred.

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. The ability to communicate effectively with multiple project stakeholders.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Computer Skills

Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, specifically Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Knowledge of Database and Project Management software, Mechanical, P&ID, and Electrical engineering design and concepts. Solid experience with AutoCAD Design software. P&ID experience is strongly preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Professional Engineer (PE) license is a strong preference.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behaviors:

Quality: Consistently produces high quality work (accurate, neat, and thorough). Strives to improve productivity, processes, and quality. Demonstrates strong knowledge and skills related to the job. Presents a professional image with dress, demeanor, and manners. Maintains clean workspace, company equipment and company vehicles. Safety is a high priority; performs job safely.

Communication: Communicates clearly, concisely, effectively, professionally and timely.

Exhibits good listening and comprehension skills. Keeps others appropriately informed and shares ideas even when unpopular. Listens to what others have to say. Maintains open and active communication with colleagues. Effectively uses knowledge and experience in asking, probing, and anticipating issues to ensure quality is provided.

Teamwork: Fosters the spirit of working with each other. Displays respect, courtesy, politeness, tact, and openness. Handles conflict in an appropriate and professional manner. Builds relationships, promotes cohesiveness, models collaboration with others. Considers impact and issues for our customer and other departments. Engages other impacted departments early for solutions.

Persistence: Develops workable alternatives and solutions. Exhibits persistence in following assignments through to completion. Promotes process improvements.

Reliable: Responds in a timely manner. Is honest, ethical, value-driven and trustworthy. Keeps commitments made, completes assignments and meets deadlines. Accountable--Takes responsibility for own actions and performance. Meets attendance and punctuality guidelines. Available and accessible.

Entrepreneurial: Takes initiative and appropriate action. Is engaged and committed to achieving the company's mission. Pursues better ways to get things done and takes appropriate risks. Keeps up to date with competitor information and market trends. Controls costs and thinks in terms of profit, loss and added value. Is committed to the satisfaction of customers.

Leadership: Provides clear direction around a vision. Creates actionable plans and is proactive & anticipatory. Demonstrates innovative approaches and solutions. Is an example for employees and others. Accepts responsibility for individual and team performance. Makes appropriate and timely decisions and takes action on decisions. Sets clear and reasonable performance expectations. Motivates and empowers others. Delegates tasks appropriately. Recruits staff of a high caliber. Provides feedback to subordinates that is timely and direct. Recognizes subordinates for their contributions and effort. Encourages continuous growth and learning in others. Shows respect for others and their ideas. Helps others manage through change.

Passion: Is excited and creates enthusiasm about the company's future. Promotes a sense of company pride. Displays sense of pride in the department and its contributions. Displays passion for the job.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Always practice good judgment and refer to the safety guidelines.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Always practice good judgment and refer to the safety guidelines.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.