Associate - Global Service Engineer

Skokie, IL
Full Time
Entry Level
Welcome to the Post Pollution Future with LanzaTech

About us: LanzaTech was founded on the belief that we have enough carbon above ground to make everything we need. Through our biorecycling technology, we transform carbon into sustainable raw materials, replacing the need for virgin fossil carbon in consumer goods and transport fuels. We are building the circular carbon economy.

Our impact: To date, we have abated over 300,000 tons of carbon dioxide (the equivalent amount of CO2 needed to charge 30,346,895,586 smartphones) across four commercial plants, and will soon have the capacity to abate 500,000 tons annually with our additional future plants.

With dozens more projects in the pipeline, we are helping global companies like Zara, H&M Move, Coty, and On use recycled carbon to make sustainable consumer products from carbon that would otherwise be emitted from heavy industries such as steel making.

Our team:
  • We’re a diverse, woman-led company, with over 400 team members and counting
  • We’re distributed around the globe—from Chicago and Europe to India, China, & New Zealand
Named one of TIME Magazine’s 100 Most Influential Companies of 2023, our team is taking on climate change one ton of carbon at a time.

We are a woman-led company on a mission to recycle the world’s carbon supply, and we want you to join us!

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Associate - Global Services Engineer

Key Responsibilities

Plant Operations and Client Support:
  • Provide onsite and remote guidance for the operation and optimization of fermentation and hardware systems.
  • Provide professional advice for construction and commissioning, and performance testing of new plants.
  • Train clients to independently and efficiently operate the LanzaFlex™ gas fermentation process.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues during commissioning, start-up, and operation phases
  • Prepare/update Process Manuals, training materials, run guidelines, and SOPs.
  • Work with Business Development and assist customers with procurement of LT products and service.
  • Monitor performance warranties and guarantees for process equipment and analytical products. Report issues when necessary. Assist the broader Science team with the integration and implementation of R&D advancements at commercial facilities.
  • Communicate updates from sites and prepare relevant reports during these visits.
Engineering Support:
  • Support Engineering and project management throughout the design phase to ensure safe, accurate, practical, and optimized final designs.
  • Participate in project activities internally and with the licensee at various stages (ie. P&ID review, 3D model review, project turnover meeting, HAZOP or any risk identification/mitigation activities, etc.).
  • Develop and maintain Global Services infrastructure. Drive continuous improvement of Global Services documents and deliverables.
  • Proficiently complete engineering project deliverables Global Services is accountable for, including LanzaTech analytical products.
  • Interact with third parties such as equipment vendors, EPC contractors, and industry consultants to ensure proper equipment installation and facilitate smoother project execution.
  • Integrate LanzaFlex™ gas fermentation processes with supporting technologies to create complete technology solutions.
  • Drive continuous improvement of LanzaTech’s design methodologies and tools to meet customer needs, maximize value, and increase productivity.
Gas Testing Project Support:
  • Work with Business Development to develop costing, scope, timelines, and value proposition for feedstock evaluation projects. Act as a project manager  and support execution  to achieve objectives in time and within budget. 
  • Engage with clients on technical and scientific levels to identify opportunities for LT technology.
  •  Support the deployment and operation of mobile gas fermentation equipment along with gas analytical systems.
  • Prepare and present results, scientific findings, technical reports, and protocols.
  • Manage chemicals, consumables, and equipment inventory.

Position Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in chemical, mechanical, bioprocess engineering, or related field.
  • Demonstrate a strong interest in mastering gas fermentation processes.
  • Ability to interpret P&IDs, process flow diagrams, and other BEP documents.
  • Working knowledge of process instrumentation, control valves, and the use of PLC/DCS systems.
  • Strong leadership, organizational, training and communication (written and oral) skills.
  • Ability to work on multiple and simultaneous projects in a global, fast-paced, entrepreneurial setting where priorities may change quickly
  • Self-motivated individual with a can-do attitude, strong professionalism, detail oriented, effective problem-solving abilities, and excellent time management skills.
  • Strong skills with Microsoft Office and experience with relevant software tools such as Bluebeam, Microsoft Visio, process simulation software (e.g., Aspen HYSYS, CHEMCAD), and data analysis tools.
  • Willingness and ability to travel frequently, both domestically and internationally, sometimes on short notice.

Preferred Knowledge/Skills
  • 2+ years of Engineering experience in Chemical, Petroleum or related sector(s).
  • 2+ years of plant operations and commissioning experience in gas processing, bioprocessing, petrochemical, chemical, and/or related sector(s).
  • Demonstrated experience with developing basic and detailed design engineering packages.
  • Basic programming or scripting skills (e.g., Python, MATLAB) are a plus.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment
  • Up to 75% of domestic and international travel is required to support projects.
  • Independently work at industrial sites for extended durations.
  • Visits to industrial or manufacturing sites with potential exposure to hazardous chemical/other materials, heat or noise hazards.
  • Be able to climb equipment ladders up to 50 ft; able to enter equipment for inspection; able to use personal protective equipment (PPE).
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Learn more about us by visiting www.lanzatech.com/news/ and take a look at some recent coverage:Find us on social media: LinkedIn, Twitter & Instagram

This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee and may be revised at any time by the Company.

This position is open to candidates authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer. LanzaTech is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.
 
We are not able to support work visa sponsorship with this role and preference will be given to local candidates.
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