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Senior Applications Engineer page is loadedSenior Applications EngineerApplylocationsUSA-MN-BloomingtonUSA-CA-San Diego-Mission Center Roadtime typeFull timeposted onPosted 9 Days Agojob requisition idR4567Who are we? We are Montrose, a global environmental services provider offering environmental planning and permitting, measurement and analytical services, and environmental resiliency and sustainability solutions.Our qualified engineers, scientists, technicians, associates, and policy experts are proud of our collectiveexpertiseand the collaborative nature of our approach to helping clients. We strive tooptimizeenvironmental resiliency in a way that effectively complements our clients’ decision-making and operations and efficiently fulfills their projectrequirements. Wehave over 90 offices across the United States, Canada,Europeand Australia and approximately 4,000 employees – all ready to provide solutions for environmental needs. ABOUT YOU Are you passionate and ready to join an inclusive work environment, committed to leadingnew ideasand pathways, and to delivering value? If the answer is, “Yes!” then we have an exciting career opportunity for you inthe biogas business! We are seeking aSeniorApplications Engineerwho willbe responsible forbuilding conceptual designs of biogas and renewable natural gas (RNG) projects andsupporting business development.This role can be based out of our officeslocatedin Bloomington, MN or San Diego,CA.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a rapidly growing, top notch,cutting-edgeteamthat’slooking to make a positive impact on the world. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU Our Mission is: To help protect the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the soil that feeds us, and is supported by ourPrinciples: We Value Our People, We Value Our Community, We Value Our Clients, We Value Our Shareholders. We care for the well-being of our people and offer: Competitive compensation packages with a base salary of $130k commensurate with accomplishments, performance, credentials and geographyCompetitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage401k with a competitive 4% employer matchProgressive vacation policies, company holidays and paid parental leave benefits to ensure work/life balanceMentorship and professional development resources to advance your careerDirect exposure to our industry’s leading experts who are solving the world’s toughest environmental challengesAn entrepreneurial environment where you can learn, thrive and collaborate with talented colleaguesOpportunities to engage and contribute in our Diversity, Fairness and Inclusion and Women Empowering Leadership employee resource groupsA financial assistance program that supports peers in need, known as the Montrose FoundationAccess to a student loan planning tool to optimize your student loan payoff plans and compare student loan rates with lenders.A DAY IN THE LIFE As a key member of our Applications Engineering team, this rolewill report to theDirector of Engineering – Biogaswhere you will partner closely with ourengineering team, as well as ourbusiness development and project delivery teams,togenerate conceptionaldesign process solutions for ouranaerobic digestion biogas projects. Be an integral part of our safety culture, approaching all aspects of work with a safety-first attitude.Work closely with the design engineering team to learn and understand thebreadth of processes and technologies available andutilizedfor turning biomass substrates into biogasand alsodemonstratecustomer-focus with creative problem-solving skills.Work collaboratively with the Business Development teamand clientsto evaluate the customer request and align the technical basis of design with the commercial strategy.Utilize process engineering principals andMontrosetools to design the treatment solution that meets or exceeds the customer’sproject criteria.Evaluate our best fit solution against customer specifications,identifyany gaps and work with the customer to resolve gaps either through exception or customization.Preliminaryselectionof processequipment necessary for theclient’s requested project criteria.Consult withdesign engineeringteam and subject matter experts to build the required content for customer proposals.Develop preliminary project capital expense (CAPEX) cost estimates,utilizingMontrose’s internal database of costs and equipment quotes, obtaining new quotes forequipmentas necessary.Developpreliminary project operating expense estimates (OPEX)utilizingthe company estimating tools andavailable information.Identifyareas of risk or lack of information, and data or information to be collected prior to the next phase of design.Lead the customer proposal development process, highlightingMontrose’s value to the customer, defining scope,exceptionsand commercial details.Provide process engineering support and lead the technical handover to thedesign engineeringteam followingapproval from customer for next phase of design.Provide ideas for improvement of the Application Engineeringtools,procedures and processes.Identifystrategicpartners within the industryandsupport the Business Development team to developnew potentialandretainexistingcustomers.Qualify leads via phone, email, and research.Serve asa keycontactforMontrosecustomers.Schedule sales appointments with prospects and clients and coordinate meetings, host presentations and webinars, and travel with subject matter experts (SME) to client locations.Attend conferences and trade shows torepresentMontroseand develop/identifynew opportunities.Develop solutions forourclients by working with andleveragingthe extensive technical resources of thebiogas/RNG Montrose team.Escalate client questions and concerns to management to ensure client satisfaction.Prepare monthly reports highlightingnew client opportunities and current client relationship statusand presentresults to the leadership team.NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, environmental engineering or related fieldfrom an accredited university.10+ years engineering experience inanengineeringfield;minimum2+ years withdirectbiogas/RNG experienceExcited to helpidentifythe bestpathwayformeeting client needs and expectations.Strong problem solving and analytical skills.Proficient with spreadsheets and databases, Microsoft Office software, etc.Excellent time management, organizational, and technical communication skills.Ability tointerfacewith cross-functional teams and all levels of personnel.Ability to manage multiple assignments and adapt to changing priorities.Able to work independently to manage multiple responsibilities (i.e.self-starter, self-motivated).Willingness and ability to travel as needed (minimum25%).PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Master’sor higherdegree in Chemical, Mechanical, environmentalengineeringor related field.PE licensure or ability to achieve PE within one (1) year.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skillsrequired ofemployees so classified. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the applicationprocess, orare limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact 949-988-3500 orcareers@montrose-env.comforassistance. MAKE THE MOVE From comprehensive air measurement and laboratory services to regulatory compliance, emergency response, permitting, engineering, and remediation, Montrose delivers innovative and practical design, engineering and operational solutions that keep its clients on top of their immediate needs – and well ahead of the strategic curve.We are a fast-paced and dynamic team. At Montrose, youareyour own boss, but you will get tons of guidance and plenty of support from talented, super-smart colleagues. Therefore, if freedom, autonomy, head-scratching professional challenges attract you,we’dlove to speak with you. Want to know more about us? Visitmontrose-env.comand have fun! Montrose is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Montrose is committed to recruiting and hiring qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. Montrose is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities. #LI-MEGAbout UsForget everything you think you know about how environmental companies work. Montrose Environmental Group was designed from the ground up to deliver a better experience and better outcomes for both our clients and our employees. We’re growing rapidly—with a purpose. We’re bringing the best minds on board, and giving them the freedom to focus on what matters most: coming up with ingenious, effective ways to measure, assess, and address real-world situations. The kind that face industries of all kinds right now, and the kind that we want to be the first to see on the horizon. When we do that, we add value. We create opportunities for our clients and ourselves. We grow. We learn. We make a real difference in the world around us. You can help lead the way. Are you ready to innovate? Collaborate? Meet the requirements of ever-evolving regulations and keep up with the demands of a dynamic, expanding team? Work across disciplines to develop solutions no one has seen before? Apply today to join our Montrose team! Montrose is committed to being an inclusive workplace. Montrose is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. Applicants to and employees of this company are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. You can read more about EEO compliance hereand hereas well as information on the pay transparency nondiscrimination provision here . Montrose believes in accessibility for all. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact 949-988-3500 orcareers@montrose-env.comfor assistance.#J-18808-Ljbffr