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Anaerobic Digester Operator 1

Junction City, OR · On-site

$22 - $27/hr

The Anaerobic Digester Operator plays a central role in the day-to-day operation of our anaerobic digestion (AD) systems. This AD operator position will be responsible for operating the straw ...

CR&R INCORPORATED

Plant Manager (Nights)

Perris, CA · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

Night Plant Manager - Anaerobic Digestion Salary Range: $80,000 - $90,000 per year Hours : 5pm - 3am This is a high-responsibility leadership role overseeing overnight operations at a ...

CR&R Incorporated

Plant Manager (Nights)

Perris, CA

$80K - $90K/yr

Night Plant Manager - Anaerobic Digestion Salary Range: $80,000 - $90,000 per year Hours : 5pm - 3am This is a high-responsibility leadership role overseeing overnight operations at a ...

BIOFerm

Technical Sales Engineer

Madison, WI · On-site

BIOFerm™ is a Wisconsin-based renewable energy company specializing in turnkey anaerobic digestion and biogas upgrading facilities. Our mission is to provide sustainable and economical solutions ...

Orion Talent

Digester Operator

Reynolds, IN · On-site

$24/hr

Operate the anaerobic digestion process by controlling incoming material, monitoring digester conditions, and making adjustments to maintain stable and efficient production. * Coordinate with truck ...

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How much do anaerobic digestion jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average yearly pay for anaerobic digestion in the United States is $93,656.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $73,500.00 and $111,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is anaerobic digestion?

An Anaerobic Digestion job involves working with biological processes that break down organic materials, such as food waste or manure, in the absence of oxygen to produce biogas and digestate. Roles in this field vary and can include plant operators, engineers, researchers, and project managers. Responsibilities may include monitoring digestion processes, maintaining equipment, optimizing biogas production, and ensuring environmental compliance. These jobs are critical in waste management, renewable energy production, and sustainability efforts.

What skills and qualifications are needed for anaerobic digestion?

To thrive in an Anaerobic Digestion role, you typically need a background in environmental science, chemical or biological engineering, or a related technical field, along with a thorough understanding of waste management and bioprocess technology. Familiarity with anaerobic digesters, laboratory analysis equipment, SCADA systems, and relevant safety certifications is highly valuable. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective teamwork and communication abilities set candidates apart. These skills ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of anaerobic digestion facilities, maximizing biogas production and resource recovery.

What are the typical daily responsibilities in anaerobic digestion?

Professionals in Anaerobic Digestion roles are usually responsible for monitoring and optimizing the operation of digesters, conducting regular sampling and laboratory analyses, and ensuring compliance with environmental and safety regulations. This may also involve troubleshooting process issues, maintaining equipment, and documenting performance data. Collaboration with operations, maintenance, and environmental staff is common, and you may participate in team meetings to review process efficiency or safety topics. Depending on the facility, work schedules may include shifts, and quick response to operational changes is often necessary to keep the process running smoothly and efficiently.

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Infographic showing various Anaerobic Digestion job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $93,656 per year, or $45 per hour.

Anaerobic Digestion Process Engineer (Biochemical / Biological Systems

Holyoke, MA • On-site

Stargasso Group Inc
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$20 - $30/hr

Temporary

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Anaerobic Digestion Process Engineer (Biochemical / Biological Systems) 

Role Summary
N.O.E. is engaging an Anaerobic Digestion Process Engineer to act as the biological authority for its digestion systems. This role owns microbial performance, stability, and recovery—not hardware or controls.

Core Responsibilities

  • Define operating envelopes for temperature, pH, loading rates, and retention time

  • Specify feedstock strategies and inoculation procedures

  • Monitor digestion health (VFA, alkalinity, gas yield trends)

  • Develop SOPs for startup, steady-state operation, and upset recovery

  • Advise controls and AI teams on biologically meaningful signals

  • Support pilot validation and performance reporting

Required Background

  • Experience with anaerobic digestion, biogas, or industrial biological systems

  • Practical, operations-oriented mindset (not academic-only)

  • Familiarity with municipal or agricultural feedstocks preferred

Explicit Scope

  • Owns biological process performance

  • Does not override safety systems or PLC logic

Engagement

  • Fractional / advisory

  • Reports to: Engineering Lead / Founder

Company Description

N.O.E. (Nature-Origin Energy Infrastructure) designs and operates modular systems that convert organic waste into reliable local energy. We build decentralized infrastructure for cities, farms, and industrial sites—turning waste into power where it’s produced. Our systems are engineered for safety, regulatory acceptance, and real-world deployment.