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Build your career with a natural gas industry leader, whether you are a recent grad or have a few years of experience. At Clean Energy there's room for proven performers to advance.  

The role of Associate Project Engineer is an excellent opportunity to launch a strong career on a newer team in the rapidly growing natural gas fuel industry. You'll help execute and support cradle to grave projects to modify and repair garage facilities so that they can service natural gas vehicles and other equipment. 

This is an ideal opportunity for a talented engineer who wants to learn the natural gas industry and has with a few years of experience in a related industry under his/her belt; or for a recent graduate from a master’s program in Engineering or similar focus, who’s ready to launch and develop a progressive career. Regardless of your background, you should have passion for your field of study, deep interest in the NGV (natural gas vehicle) industry, a motivated persona, and the desire to learn and grow your skills and career with Clean Energy. You bring those traits to the table, and we’ll provide ongoing training, interesting challenges and the opportunity to scale your responsibilities as your skill increases. We believe in promoting from within whenever possible. While we expect that you will spend a few years in the role of Associate Project Engineer, once you've proven yourself in this role, you can pursue lateral and advancement opportunities in this or other departments.

Clean Energy is North America's leading provider of natural gas fuel for transportation, and a global leader in expanding international natural gas vehicle markets. With experience and expertise built over more than a decade, we are committed to helping our customers -- companies operating all kinds of fleets from the goods movement sector, to refuse and public transit, to shuttles and taxi fleets -- gain the measurable economic and environmental advantages of natural gas fueling. We have more than 1000 employees and are continuing to expand our 550+ station portfolio.

Video: with operations in compressed natural gas (CNG) and liquefied natural gas (LNG) vehicle fueling, construction and operation of CNG and LNG fueling stations, bio-methane production, vehicle conversion and compressor technology, we are driving America forward.

The Requirements

To meet the basic qualifications for the role of Associate Project Engineer, you must have:
  • A Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Controls or a related field  
  • Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship
To be a good fit for the Associate Project Engineer opportunity, you also should have:
  • 2+ years of related experience, preferably in NGV facility modification, HVAC building design and remodeling, or an equivalent combination of education and experience (i.e. an MS and a year of experience)  Quick question for you - click here
  • A relevant master's degree preferred
  • Experience providing technical/engineering sales support, ideally with mechanical ventilation and heating or electrical power and controls
  • Familiarity with mechanical, civil and electrical engineering aspects
  • The ability to read and interpret engineering plans
  • Very strong computer skills including ability in AutoCAD, CADWorx and MS Office Suite applications (e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project)  
  • An acceptable or insurable driving record
  • Ability and willingness to travel approximately 20% of the time
Preferred, but not required
  • A relevant master's degree is an advantage
  • Experience working with online takeoff plans
  • Strengths in research and design a plus
  • An electrical controls background
  • Experience working at a public company
In addition success will require the following core characteristics:
  • Outstanding interpersonal (internal and external facing) skills; excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, combined with the ability to work independently
  • Excellent organization skills with attention to detail
  • A commitment to transparency; an ethical, honest and reliable approach to your work 
  • Sense of urgency with a strong deadline orientation
  • An entrepreneurial spirit including self-initiative and self-motivation
  • Passion for your work

The Role

Your Mission
Reporting to the Director, Facilities Modification Services, as Associate Project Engineer, your high-reaching mission will be to support the sale of natural gas, natural gas vehicles, and modification services for natural gas vehicle (NGV) repair and garage facilities.

Executing Your Role
You will join a newer and growing team of six, including your supervisor, a Business Development Manager, and varying levels of Project Engineers (Associate to Senior). As Associate Project Engineer, you will provide support to our customers and the Sales team, specifically in the design, engineering, consulting and controlling of project elements. You will follow projects from cradle to grave, participating in a multitude of tasks from site investigation and other research, to plan creation, gaining customer buy-in, working with subcontractors, completing and managing required documentation and much more. Much of your work will be done at our Newport Beach headquarters, however, you will also travel to sites, primarily for initial site investigation, approximately 20% of the time. You will have several projects under way at any one time. 

Specifically, and initially under direction, you will:
  • Develop project objectives by reviewing and gathering field information, plans and conferring with management
  • Design and oversee development of design for NGV repair and garage facility modifications using engineering concepts and principles, to ensure compliance with applicable codes
  • Provide construction services management for assigned facility modification projects
  • Modify engineering drawings and designs to ensure adherence to established safety codes, building codes, specifications, and standards.
  • Prepare code analysis and plan check responses and/or negotiate with the authority having jurisdiction in favor of proposed projects
  • Transform field information to conceptual drawings into construction documents, and prepare facility modification layouts and detailed drawings and schematics
  • Conceptualize the feasibility of modifying the NGV facility considering costs, available space, time limitations, company planning, and other technical and economic factors
  • Draft a project schedule by studying each individual project plan and specifications, and calculating time requirements
  • Research and apply code requirements and design procedures manuals
  • Administer multiple simultaneous projects in various stages of design and construction
  • Review engineering designs for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, customer contract requirements and related specifications
  • Conduct quality assurance/quality control of all documents and reports, verifying accuracy of data, information, and calculations
  • Develop and maintain project budgets from project inception through completion
  • Track and report project progression with management software and spreadsheets
  • Maintain a safe and clean working environment by enforcing procedures, rules and regulations
  • Write engineering technical analysis or reports to support sales or facility evaluation
Note: this description is intended to give you a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive listing of duties and responsibilities.

Why Clean Energy

Excellent training
Your supervisor has a great deal of experience training employees newer in their careers and enjoys the process of tapping potential. You’ll gain a wide-range of experience, be able to leverage your strengths and also realize strengths you might not know you had. This is one of those rare opportunities that can launch a top-notch career.

Unique team, critical function
Our group, focused on facilities modification, grew out of our construction business in order to meet customers’ needs. We’re not just bringing natural gas fuel to America;we’re building the infrastructure to support its use. Facilities that can service natural gas vehicles are a key component to the success of our mission. Because the team is newer and because we’re only at the tip of the spear in the number and variety of businesses needing conversion, we anticipate the team and the opportunities and challenges it takes on will grow rapidly, making this an ideal time to join.

Career development
We're seeking someone looking for a company where they can learn and develop their career. History shows that our ongoing growth and evolution creates opportunities for proven strong performers, whether on this team or in other areas of Clean Energy. Depending upon your skills, talent and goals, you could step up to a Project Engineer role, move into a technical Business Development role, or follow another engineering or construction path within the company. Your path will depend on your skills and ambition.

Green standard for sustainability
You probably already knew that natural gas burns much more cleanly than gasoline and diesel, producing significantly lower greenhouse gas emissions. But did you also know that natural gas is increasingly renewable, using biomethane reclaimed from landfill via waste-to-energy solutions? Clean Energy is helping companies and public organizations meet aggressive environmental goals.

Proven strong leadership
You will join a team of accomplished, seasoned professionals at Clean Energy, led by Andrew Littlefair. Mr. Littlefair served as President of Pickens Fuel Corp (PFC), the predecessor company of Clean Energy, which he co-founded in 1997 with Boone Pickens. Mr. Littlefair was Staff Assistant to then President Ronald Reagan in the Office of Presidential Advance from 1983 to 1987. Our executive team's profiles can be viewed at CleanEnergyFuels.com.

Excellent compensation
In addition to a competitive wage and discretionary bonus opportunities, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and other insurances, a 401(k) plan with discretionary company match, paid time off and more. We enjoy a business professional atmosphere. 

Pictured: above, Clean Energy is building America's Natural Gas Highway, a network of CNG and LNG fueling stations connecting coast to coast and border to border. Below, the proposals you develop typically will include 24/7 onsite response, remote monitoring, and customer service.

Keys to Success

At Clean Energy we maintain a highly professional culture. At the same time the environment is friendly, team-oriented and hands-on. While we operate in an energetic, high-expectations atmosphere, we also provide our employees the tools they need to succeed. Ongoing success, however, is entirely up to you.

To be successful in our culture, you’ll be dedicated, have a sense of urgency, and the ability to manage time, priorities and multiple tasks. You'll also need to be self-driven and self-motivated, with a “can do” attitude and the desire to learn and contribute. Of course, there is a lot to learn and we understand that there will be a learning curve. You will make mistakes. You won’t, however, be judged on mistakes made, but on the knowledge you gain in the process and your ability not to repeat that mistake. If you demonstrate the ability to learn and then leverage that learning to take yourself to the next level, you will be successful and find ample opportunities to grow your career at Clean Energy.

About Clean Energy

Taking the Lead in Clean-air Transportation

Clean Energy has a broad customer base in the solid waste, transit, ports, shuttle, taxi, trucking, airport and municipal fleet markets. We have the most experience in inventing and manufacturing today’s natural gas technologies. We develop, manufacture, supply, install and service the equipment at natural gas stations across North America.

Clean Energy owns and operates LNG plants and renewable processing facilities, producing CNG, LNG and Redeem (RNG) fuels for our own stations and our clients’ stations. Our network of over 550 LNG and CNG fueling stations ensures fleets are powered for both short routes across town and long hauls across North America. Our stations are fueling service vehicles at 37+ major airports, and our strategically located truck-friendly CNG and LNG fueling stations, the network we call America’s Natural Gas Highway™, are designed to keep heavy duty fleets fueled up and on the road.

The Clean Energy vision extends beyond servicing the high fuel-use requirements of fleet operators. We are committed to helping businesses access the measurable advantages of clean-fuel solutions. Simultaneously, we are committed to protecting our environment as the leader in clean-air transportation. Clean Energy has proven that business and environmental goals can indeed find common ground, with mutually profitable results. Our vision and efforts have received recognition and awards from business and environmental organizations alike.

Build your career with a natural gas industry leader, whether you are a recent grad or have a few years of experience. At Clean Energy there's room for proven performers to advance.  

The role of Associate Project Engineer is an excellent opportunity to launch a strong career on a newer team in the rapidly growing natural gas fuel industry. You'll help execute and support cradle to grave projects to modify and repair garage facilities so that they can service natural gas vehicles and other equipment. 

This is an ideal opportunity for a talented engineer who wants to learn the natural gas industry and has with a few years of experience in a related industry under his/her belt; or for a recent graduate from a master’s program in Engineering or similar focus, who’s ready to launch and develop a progressive career. Regardless of your background, you should have passion for your field of study, deep interest in the NGV (natural gas vehicle) industry, a motivated persona, and the desire to learn and grow your skills and career with Clean Energy. You bring those traits to the table, and we’ll provide ongoing training, interesting challenges and the opportunity to scale your responsibilities as your skill increases. We believe in promoting from within whenever possible. While we expect that you will spend a few years in the role of Associate Project Engineer, once you've proven yourself in this role, you can pursue lateral and advancement opportunities in this or other departments.

Clean Energy is North America's leading provider of natural gas fuel for transportation, and a global leader in expanding international natural gas vehicle markets. With experience and expertise built over more than a decade, we are committed to helping our customers -- companies operating all kinds of fleets from the goods movement sector, to refuse and public transit, to shuttles and taxi fleets -- gain the measurable economic and environmental advantages of natural gas fueling. We have more than 1000 employees and are continuing to expand our 550+ station portfolio.

Video: with operations in compressed natural gas (CNG) and liquefied natural gas (LNG) vehicle fueling, construction and operation of CNG and LNG fueling stations, bio-methane production, vehicle conversion and compressor technology, we are driving America forward.

The Requirements

To meet the basic qualifications for the role of Associate Project Engineer, you must have:
  • A Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Controls or a related field  
  • Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship
To be a good fit for the Associate Project Engineer opportunity, you also should have:
  • 2+ years of related experience, preferably in NGV facility modification, HVAC building design and remodeling, or an equivalent combination of education and experience (i.e. an MS and a year of experience)  Quick question for you - click here
  • A relevant master's degree preferred
  • Experience providing technical/engineering sales support, ideally with mechanical ventilation and heating or electrical power and controls
  • Familiarity with mechanical, civil and electrical engineering aspects
  • The ability to read and interpret engineering plans
  • Very strong computer skills including ability in AutoCAD, CADWorx and MS Office Suite applications (e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project)  
  • An acceptable or insurable driving record
  • Ability and willingness to travel approximately 20% of the time
Preferred, but not required
  • A relevant master's degree is an advantage
  • Experience working with online takeoff plans
  • Strengths in research and design a plus
  • An electrical controls background
  • Experience working at a public company
In addition success will require the following core characteristics:
  • Outstanding interpersonal (internal and external facing) skills; excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, combined with the ability to work independently
  • Excellent organization skills with attention to detail
  • A commitment to transparency; an ethical, honest and reliable approach to your work 
  • Sense of urgency with a strong deadline orientation
  • An entrepreneurial spirit including self-initiative and self-motivation
  • Passion for your work

The Role

Your Mission
Reporting to the Director, Facilities Modification Services, as Associate Project Engineer, your high-reaching mission will be to support the sale of natural gas, natural gas vehicles, and modification services for natural gas vehicle (NGV) repair and garage facilities.

Executing Your Role
You will join a newer and growing team of six, including your supervisor, a Business Development Manager, and varying levels of Project Engineers (Associate to Senior). As Associate Project Engineer, you will provide support to our customers and the Sales team, specifically in the design, engineering, consulting and controlling of project elements. You will follow projects from cradle to grave, participating in a multitude of tasks from site investigation and other research, to plan creation, gaining customer buy-in, working with subcontractors, completing and managing required documentation and much more. Much of your work will be done at our Newport Beach headquarters, however, you will also travel to sites, primarily for initial site investigation, approximately 20% of the time. You will have several projects under way at any one time. 

Specifically, and initially under direction, you will:
  • Develop project objectives by reviewing and gathering field information, plans and conferring with management
  • Design and oversee development of design for NGV repair and garage facility modifications using engineering concepts and principles, to ensure compliance with applicable codes
  • Provide construction services management for assigned facility modification projects
  • Modify engineering drawings and designs to ensure adherence to established safety codes, building codes, specifications, and standards.
  • Prepare code analysis and plan check responses and/or negotiate with the authority having jurisdiction in favor of proposed projects
  • Transform field information to conceptual drawings into construction documents, and prepare facility modification layouts and detailed drawings and schematics
  • Conceptualize the feasibility of modifying the NGV facility considering costs, available space, time limitations, company planning, and other technical and economic factors
  • Draft a project schedule by studying each individual project plan and specifications, and calculating time requirements
  • Research and apply code requirements and design procedures manuals
  • Administer multiple simultaneous projects in various stages of design and construction
  • Review engineering designs for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, customer contract requirements and related specifications
  • Conduct quality assurance/quality control of all documents and reports, verifying accuracy of data, information, and calculations
  • Develop and maintain project budgets from project inception through completion
  • Track and report project progression with management software and spreadsheets
  • Maintain a safe and clean working environment by enforcing procedures, rules and regulations
  • Write engineering technical analysis or reports to support sales or facility evaluation
Note: this description is intended to give you a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive listing of duties and responsibilities.

Why Clean Energy

Excellent training
Your supervisor has a great deal of experience training employees newer in their careers and enjoys the process of tapping potential. You’ll gain a wide-range of experience, be able to leverage your strengths and also realize strengths you might not know you had. This is one of those rare opportunities that can launch a top-notch career.

Unique team, critical function
Our group, focused on facilities modification, grew out of our construction business in order to meet customers’ needs. We’re not just bringing natural gas fuel to America;we’re building the infrastructure to support its use. Facilities that can service natural gas vehicles are a key component to the success of our mission. Because the team is newer and because we’re only at the tip of the spear in the number and variety of businesses needing conversion, we anticipate the team and the opportunities and challenges it takes on will grow rapidly, making this an ideal time to join.

Career development
We're seeking someone looking for a company where they can learn and develop their career. History shows that our ongoing growth and evolution creates opportunities for proven strong performers, whether on this team or in other areas of Clean Energy. Depending upon your skills, talent and goals, you could step up to a Project Engineer role, move into a technical Business Development role, or follow another engineering or construction path within the company. Your path will depend on your skills and ambition.

Green standard for sustainability
You probably already knew that natural gas burns much more cleanly than gasoline and diesel, producing significantly lower greenhouse gas emissions. But did you also know that natural gas is increasingly renewable, using biomethane reclaimed from landfill via waste-to-energy solutions? Clean Energy is helping companies and public organizations meet aggressive environmental goals.

Proven strong leadership
You will join a team of accomplished, seasoned professionals at Clean Energy, led by Andrew Littlefair. Mr. Littlefair served as President of Pickens Fuel Corp (PFC), the predecessor company of Clean Energy, which he co-founded in 1997 with Boone Pickens. Mr. Littlefair was Staff Assistant to then President Ronald Reagan in the Office of Presidential Advance from 1983 to 1987. Our executive team's profiles can be viewed at CleanEnergyFuels.com.

Excellent compensation
In addition to a competitive wage and discretionary bonus opportunities, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and other insurances, a 401(k) plan with discretionary company match, paid time off and more. We enjoy a business professional atmosphere. 

Pictured: above, Clean Energy is building America's Natural Gas Highway, a network of CNG and LNG fueling stations connecting coast to coast and border to border. Below, the proposals you develop typically will include 24/7 onsite response, remote monitoring, and customer service.

Keys to Success

At Clean Energy we maintain a highly professional culture. At the same time the environment is friendly, team-oriented and hands-on. While we operate in an energetic, high-expectations atmosphere, we also provide our employees the tools they need to succeed. Ongoing success, however, is entirely up to you.

To be successful in our culture, you’ll be dedicated, have a sense of urgency, and the ability to manage time, priorities and multiple tasks. You'll also need to be self-driven and self-motivated, with a “can do” attitude and the desire to learn and contribute. Of course, there is a lot to learn and we understand that there will be a learning curve. You will make mistakes. You won’t, however, be judged on mistakes made, but on the knowledge you gain in the process and your ability not to repeat that mistake. If you demonstrate the ability to learn and then leverage that learning to take yourself to the next level, you will be successful and find ample opportunities to grow your career at Clean Energy.

About Clean Energy

Taking the Lead in Clean-air Transportation

Clean Energy has a broad customer base in the solid waste, transit, ports, shuttle, taxi, trucking, airport and municipal fleet markets. We have the most experience in inventing and manufacturing today’s natural gas technologies. We develop, manufacture, supply, install and service the equipment at natural gas stations across North America.

Clean Energy owns and operates LNG plants and renewable processing facilities, producing CNG, LNG and Redeem (RNG) fuels for our own stations and our clients’ stations. Our network of over 550 LNG and CNG fueling stations ensures fleets are powered for both short routes across town and long hauls across North America. Our stations are fueling service vehicles at 37+ major airports, and our strategically located truck-friendly CNG and LNG fueling stations, the network we call America’s Natural Gas Highway™, are designed to keep heavy duty fleets fueled up and on the road.

The Clean Energy vision extends beyond servicing the high fuel-use requirements of fleet operators. We are committed to helping businesses access the measurable advantages of clean-fuel solutions. Simultaneously, we are committed to protecting our environment as the leader in clean-air transportation. Clean Energy has proven that business and environmental goals can indeed find common ground, with mutually profitable results. Our vision and efforts have received recognition and awards from business and environmental organizations alike.
Clean Energy is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/AA/M/F/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
We participate in E-Verify and respect all laws regarding your Legal Right to Work in the U.S.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact the Human Resources Department at jpacholczak@engage2excel.com.
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