Alternative Energy, Alternative Fuels, Asset Management, Capital Budgeting, Communication Skills, Due Diligence, Energy Performance Certificate (EPC), Engineering, Environmental Impact, Equipment Selection, Identify Issues, Incentive Programs, Investment Management, Leadership, Loans, Operational Expenditure (OPEX), Organizational Skills, Project Development, Project Engineering, Project Execution, Project Lifecycle, Technical Analysis, Technical Leadership, Underwriting
LOCATION
Philadelphia, PA
POSTED
26 days ago
About the Company
The company is a leading investor in sustainable infrastructure assets that advance the global energy transition. With more than $10 billion in managed assets, the firm's portfolio spans diverse sectors including renewable energy and clean fuels. The organization is committed to delivering long-term value through investments that generate both financial returns and measurable environmental impact.
About the Position
The company is seeking a highly experienced senior engineering leader to join the Portfolio Management team as Director – Engineering (Landfill RNG). This role will serve as the technical authority across landfill gas (RNG) investments, supporting both new transaction evaluation and ongoing asset performance.
The Director will lead technical due diligence for new investments, ensuring engineering integrity, commercial viability, and alignment with portfolio strategy. Additionally, this individual will provide hands-on support in diagnosing and resolving operational challenges across existing assets.
This is a high-impact role requiring deep subject matter expertise in landfill gas systems, as well as proven experience across the full lifecycle of RNG project development and execution—from concept through operations. The ideal candidate is known for stepping into complex or underperforming projects and driving technical solutions.
Requirements
Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Engineering required; Master's degree preferred
Minimum 15 years of experience, including at least 5+ years focused on landfill gas (RNG) engineering
Technical Expertise
Subject Matter Expert (SME) in landfill gas (RNG) systems, including site design, equipment selection, and system optimization
Proven cradle-to-grave project engineering experience across RNG or clean fuels projects
Strong experience reviewing and validating:
Production estimates
Operating expenses and capital budgets
Useful life assumptions and degradation curves
Commercial & Operational Acumen
Demonstrated experience reviewing EPC, O&M, and asset management agreements
Ability to assess technical and commercial risks during due diligence processes
Experience supporting investment underwriting with engineering insights
Leadership & Stakeholder Management
Act as primary technical liaison with asset management teams, sponsors (owner/operators), lenders, and co-investors
Proven ability to coordinate with independent engineering firms and third-party consultants
Strong stakeholder communication and influence skills
Benefits & Compensation
Base Salary: $220,000 – $265,000
Performance Bonus + Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP)