American Ag Energy is in the business of Controlled Environment Agriculture, Carbon Sequestration, and Biomass Energy. Currently, the company is building large greenhouses in New Hampshire and Rhode Island, where it will grow vegetables integrated with combined heat and power facilities and CO2 recapture. Additionally, the company is working with multiple companies abroad involved in carbon sequestration and biomass to energy operations.
This person will participate in the management of large-scale carbon sequestration projects involving extensive forest systems and related climax ecology and engage in the advanced hybridization of specific species designed to improve both biomass and diversity in managed ecosystems. In addition, this person will also integrate advanced measuring technology for requirements for biological site audits mandated by carbon registration agencies. As part of a fast-moving, small team, you will have the opportunity to influence the success and direction of the project, as well as to gain accelerated experience in a role with significant responsibility.
The ideal candidate will be comfortable working with initially ambiguous situations, working to resolve knowledge gaps as appropriate. In addition, this candidate should feel empowered to raise issues and make recommendations as appropriate with other employees and stakeholders as part of their work.
Job qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s in Engineering, Biology, or Applied Mathematics (experience not required)
- Ability to achieve technical and business deliverables as part of an established, fast-moving work schedule
- Ability to clearly communicate technical information to different stakeholders at appropriate levels of detail
- Ability to do own research on potential opportunities and technological developments as required
- Ability to supervise others to ensure project progress and completion
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required for tasks including, but not limited to, vendor meetings and site work
American Ag Energy provides employees with a benefits package including healthcare and 4 weeks of PTO. Employees at American Ag Energy are given major responsibilities and are supported by experienced management. The company trains its senior employees in all aspects of business management and technology. Hands-on experience is given immediately.