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Breakthrough Energy Ventures Portfolio Company Career Opportunities

Operability and Modelling Process Engineer

Malta

Malta

United States
Posted 6+ months ago

We are looking for an Operability and Modelling Process Engineer to develop the transient model and define the operability strategies of our state-of-the-art electro-thermal grid-scale energy storage system. As a member of the Operability and Modelling team, in the Control Systems Engineering organization, you will utilize your process design skills to help deliver a highly automated power plant that will enable increased levels of renewables presence and utilization in electricity grids globally. Specifically, your responsibilities will include:

  • Performing simulations of a state-of-the-art electrothermal grid scale energy storage system
  • Developing of the transient model and optimization of thermodynamic systems
  • Preparing process design deliverables: processes/cycles scheme with simplified description, process narratives, operability requirements for the development of the controls algorithms
  • Participating and contributing to design reviews and safety reviews (Hazid, Hazop, FMEA, etc.)
  • Coordinate with multi-disciplinary team across the Engineering organization for the development of our plant design, from conceptual to detailed.
  • MSc. in Chemical or Mechanical engineering, or related engineering disciplines
  • 10+ years of relevant experience as process or modelling engineer, or related positions
  • Proficient in using Modelica language to develop thermodynamic transient models
  • Proficient in using transient simulation software, such as Dymola (preferred)
  • Have proven experience in process engineering or project engineering coordinating multiple disciplines in the execution of large industrial capital projects.
  • Have experience working in a team involved in design and development of new products.
  • Strong problem-solving, organizational, analytical and root cause skills
  • Have excellent written and verbal communications skills. Fluency in English is essential.
  • Ability to adapt to changes in a fast-moving environment
  • Deep passion for decarbonization of the global electricity grid

Preferred Experience:

  • Experience in closed loop thermodynamic cycles, with steam turbines, axial compressors, heat exchangers, and other balance of plant equipment associated with power generation
  • Experience in EPC projects in the power industry will be considered preferential.
  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Training & Development
  • Wellness Resources
  • Competitive Salary, bonus and equity