Biologist/Application Engineer

BIOFermTM Energy Systems' mission is to be the premier provider of clean renewable energy solutions through the design and construction of BIOFermTM biogas plants that recover energy from organic waste and biomass.

Position Overview: 

BIOFerm Energy Systems is looking for a biologist/application engineer. Candidates should have an interest in biogas as a renewable energy source, waste to energy technologies and a desire to further the development and research of biogas technology.

Candidates must possess strong organizational skills, great attention to detail; strong verbal and written communication skills; and must be reliable, consistent, and able to adapt to change quickly.

Responsibilities:

• Perform a variety of technical coordination with local and international laboratories
• Travel to field sites to speak with clients and gather biological samples
• Perform plant biological startup and performance optimization
• Create spreadsheets or databases for lab results, financial models, plant parameters, etc.
• Develop potential leads into viable projects by following up with interested clients and providing information about biogas technology, carbon offsets, renewable energy grants, etc.
• Complete feasibility studies and project snapshots for clients
• Research the market, competitors and their projects, feedstock sources, and possible projects to pursue
• Compile responses to RFP's, RFI's, etc.
• Write papers/articles on biogas technology or other approved subjects
• Represent the company at tradeshows and conferences
• Other job functions as required

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Organic Chemistry or related science
• Willingness to travel
• Great interpersonal skills and professional personality
• Driven attitude and desire to learn
• Be comfortable communicating on a technical level when working with outside customers and the internal engineering team
• Must possess strong organizational skills, great attention to detail
• Willingness and desire to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team on several tasks/projects
• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
• Must be reliable, consistent, and able to adapt to change quickly

Desired Qualifications:

• Dairy experience is a plus
• Experience in the renewable energy field is a plus
• Experience with and knowledge of anaerobic digestion process
• Knowledge of waste streams, waste management or renewable green materials a plus
• Course work or experience in business or sales is a plus
• Ability to use MS Office applications; particularly Word, Excel, and Access required.

To Apply: 

We are always looking for excited professionals to join our team. If you are interested in starting a career in a forward-thinking, environmental field, please send your resume.