The Role
Supports renewable natural gas project development, engineering, construction, commissioning, startup, and operational handoff. Reviews designs, equipment, vendor submittals, and technical documentation; coordinates with contractors and internal teams; supports field construction, regulatory compliance, troubleshooting, performance testing, and continuous improvement. The role also provides technical support for instrumentation, controls, plant optimization, and capital improvements across operating RNG facilities.
Summary Generated by Built In
ABOUT TERREVA RENEWABLES:
Terreva Renewables is an industry-leading developer, owner, and operator of renewable natural gas (RNG) projects, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. The company leverages technology to capture methane gas from landfills and convert it to renewable natural gas. Its senior management team has over 40 years of collective experience developing RNG projects, as well as extensive additional experience in landfill gas-to-electricity projects, gas collection and control systems, and midstream oil and gas operations. Terreva’s current portfolio is comprised of seven assets – approximately 20,000 scfm of raw landfill gas flow and 3.5 million MMBtu’s per year of RNG production (2025E) – in operation and construction across North America. Terreva is a portfolio company under the management of CIM Group, LLC.
POSITION PURPOSE:
The Project Engineer supports the development, engineering, construction, and commissioning of Terreva’s renewable natural gas (RNG) projects. Specifically, this role is responsible for providing hands‑on engineering support across the RNG project lifecycle – from development and detailed design through construction, startup, and transition to operations – while coordinating closely with internal teams, contractors, technology providers, and host facilities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Project Engineering & Design Support
- Support the engineering execution of landfill‑ and biogas‑based RNG projects, including gas collection and control systems (GCCS), gas upgrading, compression, interconnection, and balance‑of‑plant systems.
- Review and coordinate engineering deliverables such as process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), equipment datasheets, layouts, and utility requirements.
- Assist with technology evaluations and selection for biogas upgrading, gas treatment, compression, and metering systems consistent with Terreva’s platform.
- Review vendor and contractor submittals for technical compliance with project requirements and Terreva engineering standards.
- Project Execution & Construction Support
- Interface with Terreva’s development, construction, and operations teams to ensure engineering aligns with project budgets, schedules, and constructability requirements.
- Support construction activities through RFI responses, field coordination, site visits, and resolution of technical issues.
- Track engineering deliverables, action items, and changes to support overall project execution.
- Participate in commissioning, startup, performance testing, and handover of RNG facilities to operations.
- Regulatory, Safety & Compliance
- Support compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations governing RNG facilities, including environmental permits, pipeline interconnection requirements, and safety standards.
- Assist with hazard analyses, constructability reviews, and quality assurance processes.
- Ensure designs and field execution comply with applicable codes and standards (e.g., ASME, API, NFPA, DOT, EPA).
- Operations & Asset Support
- Provide ongoing technical support to Terreva’s operating RNG facilities, including troubleshooting, optimization, and evaluation of capital improvements.
- Assist with data analysis related to gas quality, throughput, uptime, and overall plant performance.
- Support standardization and continuous improvement initiatives across Terreva’s RNG portfolio.
- Support documentation upkeep to include P&ID review and management-of-change reporting of process improvements.
- Provide instrumentation and controls support to third party controls vendors, integrators and site personnel.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- None.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: (including certification, licenses, etc.)
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Environmental, or a related discipline) required.
- 2–5 years of experience in project engineering, process engineering, construction support, or similar roles.
- Experience in RNG, biogas, landfill gas, natural gas, energy infrastructure, or environmental projects strongly preferred.
- Exposure to owner‑operator or design‑build project environments a plus.
- Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred but not required.
- OSHA safety training or similar construction safety credentials a plus.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Flexible, independent, self-motivated individual, able to multi-task, and provide leadership to others.
- Working knowledge of industrial process systems, mechanical equipment, piping, instrumentation, and controls.
- Familiarity with renewable natural gas, landfill gas, biogas, or natural gas infrastructure projects.
- Ability to read, interpret, and coordinate engineering drawings and technical specifications.
- Understanding of construction practices and project delivery models.
- Proficiency with engineering and project tools such as AutoCAD, engineering calculation tools, and Microsoft Office.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills for coordination with internal teams and external partners.
- Hands‑on, problem‑solving mindset with a willingness to engage in field‑based engineering work.
- Ability to travel to project sites as required.
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*Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on CIM Group. Please inform our Talent team if you need any assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.
Terreva Renewables does not accept unsolicited resumes from Agencies. Any unsolicited resumes received from Agencies will be considered property of Terreva and no fees will be due or paid. If you wish to become an approved Agency with Terreva or any of its Affiliates, please contact a member of the Terreva Talent Acquisition Team.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, including Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Environmental, or a related discipline
- 2–5 years of experience in project engineering, process engineering, construction support, or similar roles
- Experience in RNG, biogas, landfill gas, natural gas, energy infrastructure, or environmental projects
- Experience in owner-operator or design-build project environments
- Engineer-in-Training or Professional Engineer license
- OSHA safety training or similar construction safety credentials
- Working knowledge of industrial process systems, mechanical equipment, piping, instrumentation, and controls
- Ability to read, interpret, and coordinate engineering drawings and technical specifications
- Understanding of construction practices and project delivery models
- Proficiency with AutoCAD, engineering calculation tools, and Microsoft Office
- Ability to travel to project sites as required
CIM Group Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about CIM Group and has not been reviewed or approved by CIM Group.
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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision plans—alongside HSA/FSA options and mental health resources—are portrayed as comprehensive and dependable.
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Retirement Support — A company‑sponsored 401(k) with match, plus life, AD&D, and disability coverage, is often viewed as solid, with mentions of generous match levels and Roth options.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, sick time, holidays, volunteer time, and parental leave (with postings noting up to 16 weeks) indicate a broad leave offering. Many exempt roles also report unlimited PTO.
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CIM is a community-focused real estate and infrastructure owner, operator, lender and developer. Our in-house team of experts works together to identify and create value in real assets, benefiting the communities in which we invest. Back in 1994, our three founders focused on projects in Southern California neighborhoods. Today, we’re a diverse team of more than 990 employees with projects across the Americas. Our projects have delivered jobs; created comfortable places to live, work and relax; and provided necessary and sustainable infrastructure. Our focus on enhancing communities is unwavering, and we’re striving to make an even greater impact in the years to come.
