Project Engineer, Thermal Engineering
Core
Develop, permit, engineer, construct, and commission new geothermal and thermal power generation projects throughout North America, managing third-party consultants and contractors.
Role type
Project Engineer, Thermal Engineering
Builds
Geothermal and thermal power generation facilities (combustion turbines, reciprocating engines, steam turbines, ORC systems)
Domain
Energy / Power Generation / Geothermal
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> infrastructure
Required skills
Thermodynamics, heat transfer, combustion turbine performance, project design and configuration, regulatory permitting, geotechnical investigations, P&ID review, heat and mass balances, equipment specifications, construction monitoring, commissioning oversight, stakeholder interface, budget and schedule adherence
Preferred skills
Master's degree in engineering, Professional Engineering License, ORC systems, steam turbines for geothermal, production and injection pumps, heavy duty industrial rotatory equipment, utility-scale project development, reservoir engineering, oil & gas project experience
Technologies
Microsoft Excel
Responsibilities
Perform and review basic and detail design for power generation projects; Advise on project feasibility based on geothermal technologies; Lead technical efforts during development and collaborate on reservoir modeling; Perform thermal heat balances; Support site selection, environmental studies, and permit applications; Interface with equipment vendors and OEMs; Review technical deliverables including P&ID and drawings; Provide engineering oversight during design and construction; Coordinate with internal teams on financial and commercial objectives; Establish relationships with technical experts and utilities; Monitor performance across contractors and work packages; Assist in power plant commissioning activities
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC