Conceptual Design Electrical Engineer

The role of a Lead Engineer involves leading the engineering efforts for various design projects at the National Carbon Capture Center. These projects include large-scale capital investments and maintenance (including upgrades) within environmental sectors, R&D for gas and renewables, control systems, and electric utility distribution systems.

The individual will oversee engineering aspects including scope, budget, and timelines, and will serve as the primary engineering liaison for project managers. Additionally, this person ensures the preparation, review, and distribution of detailed construction packages to all involved parties.

The Lead Engineer collaborates with design teams to secure appropriate and skilled resources for projects, manages changes in scope, budget, and timelines, and develops strategies to address these changes.

This role involves identifying key learnings, facilitating the resolution of engineering and supplier issues, and maintaining meticulous project documentation across various management platforms.

• Background in engineering design or project management, specifically in procurement, construction, and startup of industrial or chemical systems.
• Leadership experience, either formally or informally guiding teams.
• Experience supporting or working within chemical plant operations or facility operations (e.g., Pulp and Paper, Chemical, Oil).
• Proficient in managing budgets and schedules.
• Skilled in project change management.
• Strong analytical abilities for risk assessment and problem-solving.

• Comprehensive understanding of engineering, procurement, and construction methodologies.
• Excellent organizational and leadership capabilities.
• Ability to assemble and direct a diverse team.
• Effective at balancing project demands with customer needs.
• Skilled in relationship-building across operational units.
• Demonstrated ability in diagnosing problems, analyzing systems, and formulating strategies in electrical and control domains, through education or professional experience.
• A proactive approach to learning and skill development.
• Knowledgeable in process instrumentation (preferably).
• Values aligned with company principles:
  Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Integrity, and Superior Performance.
• Experience with code application and interpreting standards is advantageous.
• Capable of working collaboratively and independently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective in managing multiple projects with strong time management and organizational skills.
• Customer satisfaction-focused, even within project limitations.