Job Title: Pre-feeding Expert - Bioenergy Processing Systems (2-Year Fixed-Term Contract)Location: Global (Remote), 2 weeks quarterly travel to AsiaReports to: CNB Operations & Tech LeadCompany: Fortune 500 Bioenergy Leader ($120B Revenue)Position OverviewAs part of a global initiative to scale from 10 to 1,000+ greenfield CBG (Compressed Biogas) production units, we seek a Pre-FEED Expert specializing in course shredders, hammer mills, extruders, material handling systems (bulk/baler), bio-grinders, and MSW-OF segregation. This role will drive technical excellence in designing, optimizing, and troubleshooting bioenergy systems to achieve daily outputs of 20 tons of biogas and 80-100 tons of fermented organic manure (FOM) per unit.Key ResponsibilitiesTechnology Evaluation & DesignConduct pre-FEED studies for agro-residue, municipal/organic waste, and energy crop processing systems.Evaluate equipment performance (shredders, hammer mills, extruders) for diverse feedstocks, including high-fiber materials like Napier grass.Operational OptimizationDevelop SOPs for material handling, grinding, and segregation systems to maximize biogas yield and FOM quality.Troubleshoot bottlenecks in existing operations (e.g., bio-grinder wear rates, MSW-OF contamination).Knowledge TransferTrain onsite teams in Asia on equipment operation, maintenance, and safety protocols.Create technical manuals and failure-mode analysis guides for global deployment.Efficiency ImprovementAdvise on CAPEX/OPEX optimization for bulk material handling and preprocessing.Pilot innovative solutions (e.g., AI-driven feedstock sorting, predictive maintenance for hammer mills).Strategic AdvisoryCollaborate with engineering teams on greenfield unit designs (500-1,000 TPD capacity).Advise on vendor selection and technology partnerships for scalable bioenergy solutions.QualificationsEducation: Bachelor's/Master's in Mechanical/Chemical Engineering, Bioenergy, or related field.Experience:10+ years in biomass preprocessing systems (shredders, hammer mills, extruders, material handling).Proven track record in MSW-OF segregation and bio-grinder optimization.Familiarity with CBG/AD (anaerobic digestion) plant operations.Skills:Expertise in CAD/FEA tools for equipment design.Proficiency in process simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus, BioWin).Lean Six Sigma/TPM certification (preferred).