Senior Process Engineer - Biomethane / Biogas / Bioenergy / Waste-to-Energy / Anaerobic Digestion
Descrizione dell'offerta
Senior Process Engineer – Biomethane
Location: Lombardy, Italy (with travel to project sites)
Employment type: Full-time
About Us
Brightsmith are working with fast-growing leaders in renewable gas solutions, committed to accelerating the energy transition through innovative biomethane production projects. The teams work at the cutting edge of engineering, sustainability, and clean energy infrastructure across Italy and Europe.
We are looking to connect with experienced Senior Process Engineers to join scaling biomethane engineering teams. You will play a key role in the design, optimization, and commissioning of biomethane plants — from feedstock processing through to grid injection or bio-LNG production.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead process design for new biomethane projects (concept, basic, and detailed engineering).
- Conduct process simulations, mass/energy balances, and equipment sizing.
- Specify, evaluate, and select process equipment and technologies.
- Oversee and coordinate PFDs, P&IDs, and other process documentation.
- Support construction, commissioning, and performance testing activities.
- Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and external partners.
- Ensure compliance with Italian and EU safety and environmental regulations.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, electrical, automation, and environmental).
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or related field.
- Minimum 7+ years of relevant experience, ideally in biomethane, biogas, or related process industries (waste-to-energy, gas upgrading, anaerobic digestion).
- Strong knowledge of gas treatment, upgrading technologies (membranes, PSA, water scrubbing, etc.), and auxiliary systems.
- Proficiency in process simulation tools (e.g., Aspen Plus, HYSYS, ChemCAD).
- Solid understanding of Italian permitting and environmental compliance processes.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and project management skills.
- Professional proficiency in Italian and English.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary package with performance bonus.
- Opportunity to work on innovative, high-impact renewable energy projects.
- Professional growth and training opportunities.
- Dynamic, collaborative, and mission-driven work environment.