Chief Engineer - Iraq Projects
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Location: Jacksonville, FL 32210
Description:
Chief Engineer - IQ Projects
Position Type: Full-time, Exempt, Salary
Reports to: Country Manager - Iraq
Supervisory Responsibility: JAX Iraq Engineering Staff (All Disciplines)
Location: Jacksonville, FL, Remote (Hybrid)
Company Summary
Stellar Energy (SEA) provides custom power augmentation and energy plant solutions (inc. Combined Cycle Conversion) for power generation and utilities, liquefied natural gas (LNG), data center, biopharma, and other markets. Stellar Energy's innovative solutions include turbine inlet air chilling, inlet air conditioning (heating and cooling), evaporative cooling, direct contact air chilling, thermal energy storage, district cooling and central utility plants. The company's experience spans more than 20 years and stretches across the globe, with offices in the United States, Asia and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.
Position Summary
The Chief Engineer - Iraq Projects is responsible for the management, administration and effective engineering oversight of the Iraq Engineering Group serving the Iraq Combined Cycle Conversion Projects. This Group provides the verification of the engineering and design for the Turbine Island and Balance of Plant Equipment and Systems as undertaken by a subcontracted Engineer of Record (EOR). and as well as the construction of the entire facility with respect to mechanical and process related engineering/design activities. This Group also will support the SEA activities of major equipment procurement including specification development/review, technical evaluations, and review/acceptance of all vendor provided submittals.
This position is responsible for the oversight and support of the development of all systems, equipment, interfaces, and integration aspects for the Iraq Projects by overseeing the Engineer of Record (EOR) prepared engineering deliverables including: studies, calculations, discipline drawings & diagrams, heat & mass balance diagrams, calculations, engineering specifications, data sheets, isometrics, material requisitions, and more in accordance with applicable procedures, codes, standards, and contract requirements. This position shall also oversee the support and review of any/all detailed design from any Erection Works Subcontractors.
Essential Functions:
Serve as the Chief Engineer for the Iraq combined cycle conversion power projects from project development to completion.
Provide final review and acceptance of the produced engineering deliverables from the EOR in accordance with the Contract requirements, industry accepted standards and constructive feasibility practices.
Review and provide final engineering approval for various Technical Specifications for equipment as procured by SEA and for reviewing/accepting those technical specification which may be developed by the EOR.
Provide final technical comprehensive review and acceptance of offered equipment proposals and preliminary engineering deliverables from the OEMs in accordance with the Contract requirements.
Provide comprehensive review and final acceptance of the produced engineering deliverables from the OEMs (Steam Turbine, HRSG, BFP, Water Treatment, etc., in accordance with the Contract requirements and oversee the various Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) from Project start to completion ensuring timely submission of documents and accuracy/acceptance thereof.
Resolve technical issues related to all disciplines independently including any required interface with other disciplines, functions, vendors, and/or client performing technical bid evaluations.
Provide overall management of technical specifications, procedures, and design data, as applicable to the assigned project(s).
Oversee the Group's work with Supply Chain in obtaining proposals and evaluating them; work in conjunction with Supply Chain and Project Management in selecting the equipment manufacturers.
DIGITAL | FINANCE | GOVERNMENT | INFRASTRUCTURE | MANUFACTURING |
AMERICAS MENA ASIA
Collaborate with Customers, Engineering and Construction contractors, and vendors/suppliers, providing timely resolutions of engineering and design issues.
Collaborate with external engineering companies (as may be required) in reviewing system designs around the main equipment, document review, etc.
Work with other functions and disciplines in a team environment and coordinate the discipline groups and other disciplines/functions in developing system designs.
Develop, assign, and track actions needed to keep the project on track.
Other Complimentary Functions:
Review engineering related deliverables prepared by the Team before passing to Contractor.
Review and approve project related general design/ engineering matters submitted by the Contractor(s).
Providing comprehensive support for all engineering processes of all disciplines.
Effectively apply methodology and enforce/adhere to project standards.
Highlight and evaluate risks on the project as related to discipline engineering activities and deliverables (or absence of same)
Ensure that project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately.
Provide support in claim management and documentation including variation management and reporting and contract entitlements as related to the evaluated engineering work products by the Contractor.
Support Iraq assigned Engineers and SEA Construction Site personnel during Construction and Commissioning phase by overseeing the timely, and consistent, response from the Engineering Group to RFIs and other information requests.
Effectively communicate relevant project information to superiors.
Monitor and verify EOR's engineering work progress for the purpose of progress payments.
Supports project closeout (i.e., punch list items, client final acceptance, etc.).
Assists with warranty requests by assessing and executing a corrective action plan.
Attend regular status meetings with project team.
Participates in ISO 9001 and other audits.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Competencies
Strong acumen in power plant design including equipment design & specifications.
Extensive knowledge of overall engineering and design work processes, procedures, and specifications encompassing all major disciplines
Problem solving/analysis.
Excellent computer skills.
Work Environment
Most work is performed in an office environment. Infrequent trips to the vendor facilities for observation and support may be necessary which may require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, steel-toed boots, and head protection.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
This is largely a sedentary role. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds.
The employee must be able to bend, climb, stoop, or stretch as required to examine fabricated components at the vendor facilities during FATs or other inspections.
DIGITAL | FINANCE | GOVERNMENT | INFRASTRUCTURE | MANUFACTURING |
AMERICAS MENA ASIA
Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. Overtime and weekend work may be required as necessary.
Travel
Anticipated
Required Education and Experience
BS degree in Mechanical, Nuclear, Chemical or Electrical Engineering from an accredited university or college with twenty-five (25) years of progressive related experience, or in lieu of a degree, thirty (30) years of progressive related experience
Minimum 10 years of project-based engineering management experience, of which at least 5 years in a similar or equivalent position, as an EPC Engineering Manager for design engineering in power and/or utility stations and/or heavy industrial projects
Completed as least two (2) CCGT projects as engineering manager
Related experience must include, but is not limited to, experience in steam and water system design, power distribution design, raceway system design, control systems development design and related equipment specification and design development for combined cycle power plants.
Familiar with the selection and technical requirements of general mechanical equipment including Gas Turbine, Heat Recovery Steam Generator, Steam Turbine, Heat Exchangers, Water Treatment Systems, Rotating Machinery, etc.
Familiar with the selection and technical requirements of general electrical equipment including, HV Substation equipment, Generators, Generator Step-up Transformers, Medium & Low Voltage Power Distribution Equipment, etc.
Prior experience as Lead Engineer for not less than 3 HAZOP Studies undertaken for Power and/or Process Plant Design
Extensive knowledge and application of Codes and Standards including: ANSI, ASME, ASHRAE, ASTM, ASCE, ACI, NEC, NEMA, ISO, BS, BN, and OSHA.
Other Preferred Education and Experience
Masters of Science (MS) in Engineering (desired, not required)
Professional Engineer's (PE) License (desired, not required)
Minimum of 15 years of project experience for projects in excess of $250mUSD
Engineering/Construction oversight and responsibility in multiple disciplines.
Knowledgeable of construction/engineering scheduling and execution processes.
A thorough understanding of the project cycle, the ability to prioritize activities and to drive it to completion and to anticipate potentiation problem areas.
Good analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
Excellent problem-solving abilities.
Effective interpersonal and collaborative skills in a matrix and multi-cultural environment.
Work Authorization
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
DIGITAL | FINANCE | GOVERNMENT | INFRASTRUCTURE | MANUFACTURING |
AMERICAS MENA ASIA
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Stellar Energy Americas Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Stellar Energy Americas Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
Position Type: Full-time, Exempt, Salary
Reports to: Country Manager - Iraq
Supervisory Responsibility: JAX Iraq Engineering Staff (All Disciplines)
Location: Jacksonville, FL, Remote (Hybrid)
Company Summary
Stellar Energy (SEA) provides custom power augmentation and energy plant solutions (inc. Combined Cycle Conversion) for power generation and utilities, liquefied natural gas (LNG), data center, biopharma, and other markets. Stellar Energy's innovative solutions include turbine inlet air chilling, inlet air conditioning (heating and cooling), evaporative cooling, direct contact air chilling, thermal energy storage, district cooling and central utility plants. The company's experience spans more than 20 years and stretches across the globe, with offices in the United States, Asia and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.
Position Summary
The Chief Engineer - Iraq Projects is responsible for the management, administration and effective engineering oversight of the Iraq Engineering Group serving the Iraq Combined Cycle Conversion Projects. This Group provides the verification of the engineering and design for the Turbine Island and Balance of Plant Equipment and Systems as undertaken by a subcontracted Engineer of Record (EOR). and as well as the construction of the entire facility with respect to mechanical and process related engineering/design activities. This Group also will support the SEA activities of major equipment procurement including specification development/review, technical evaluations, and review/acceptance of all vendor provided submittals.
This position is responsible for the oversight and support of the development of all systems, equipment, interfaces, and integration aspects for the Iraq Projects by overseeing the Engineer of Record (EOR) prepared engineering deliverables including: studies, calculations, discipline drawings & diagrams, heat & mass balance diagrams, calculations, engineering specifications, data sheets, isometrics, material requisitions, and more in accordance with applicable procedures, codes, standards, and contract requirements. This position shall also oversee the support and review of any/all detailed design from any Erection Works Subcontractors.
Essential Functions:
Serve as the Chief Engineer for the Iraq combined cycle conversion power projects from project development to completion.
Provide final review and acceptance of the produced engineering deliverables from the EOR in accordance with the Contract requirements, industry accepted standards and constructive feasibility practices.
Review and provide final engineering approval for various Technical Specifications for equipment as procured by SEA and for reviewing/accepting those technical specification which may be developed by the EOR.
Provide final technical comprehensive review and acceptance of offered equipment proposals and preliminary engineering deliverables from the OEMs in accordance with the Contract requirements.
Provide comprehensive review and final acceptance of the produced engineering deliverables from the OEMs (Steam Turbine, HRSG, BFP, Water Treatment, etc., in accordance with the Contract requirements and oversee the various Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) from Project start to completion ensuring timely submission of documents and accuracy/acceptance thereof.
Resolve technical issues related to all disciplines independently including any required interface with other disciplines, functions, vendors, and/or client performing technical bid evaluations.
Provide overall management of technical specifications, procedures, and design data, as applicable to the assigned project(s).
Oversee the Group's work with Supply Chain in obtaining proposals and evaluating them; work in conjunction with Supply Chain and Project Management in selecting the equipment manufacturers.
DIGITAL | FINANCE | GOVERNMENT | INFRASTRUCTURE | MANUFACTURING |
AMERICAS MENA ASIA
Collaborate with Customers, Engineering and Construction contractors, and vendors/suppliers, providing timely resolutions of engineering and design issues.
Collaborate with external engineering companies (as may be required) in reviewing system designs around the main equipment, document review, etc.
Work with other functions and disciplines in a team environment and coordinate the discipline groups and other disciplines/functions in developing system designs.
Develop, assign, and track actions needed to keep the project on track.
Other Complimentary Functions:
Review engineering related deliverables prepared by the Team before passing to Contractor.
Review and approve project related general design/ engineering matters submitted by the Contractor(s).
Providing comprehensive support for all engineering processes of all disciplines.
Effectively apply methodology and enforce/adhere to project standards.
Highlight and evaluate risks on the project as related to discipline engineering activities and deliverables (or absence of same)
Ensure that project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately.
Provide support in claim management and documentation including variation management and reporting and contract entitlements as related to the evaluated engineering work products by the Contractor.
Support Iraq assigned Engineers and SEA Construction Site personnel during Construction and Commissioning phase by overseeing the timely, and consistent, response from the Engineering Group to RFIs and other information requests.
Effectively communicate relevant project information to superiors.
Monitor and verify EOR's engineering work progress for the purpose of progress payments.
Supports project closeout (i.e., punch list items, client final acceptance, etc.).
Assists with warranty requests by assessing and executing a corrective action plan.
Attend regular status meetings with project team.
Participates in ISO 9001 and other audits.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Competencies
Strong acumen in power plant design including equipment design & specifications.
Extensive knowledge of overall engineering and design work processes, procedures, and specifications encompassing all major disciplines
Problem solving/analysis.
Excellent computer skills.
Work Environment
Most work is performed in an office environment. Infrequent trips to the vendor facilities for observation and support may be necessary which may require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, steel-toed boots, and head protection.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
This is largely a sedentary role. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds.
The employee must be able to bend, climb, stoop, or stretch as required to examine fabricated components at the vendor facilities during FATs or other inspections.
DIGITAL | FINANCE | GOVERNMENT | INFRASTRUCTURE | MANUFACTURING |
AMERICAS MENA ASIA
Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. Overtime and weekend work may be required as necessary.
Travel
Anticipated
Required Education and Experience
BS degree in Mechanical, Nuclear, Chemical or Electrical Engineering from an accredited university or college with twenty-five (25) years of progressive related experience, or in lieu of a degree, thirty (30) years of progressive related experience
Minimum 10 years of project-based engineering management experience, of which at least 5 years in a similar or equivalent position, as an EPC Engineering Manager for design engineering in power and/or utility stations and/or heavy industrial projects
Completed as least two (2) CCGT projects as engineering manager
Related experience must include, but is not limited to, experience in steam and water system design, power distribution design, raceway system design, control systems development design and related equipment specification and design development for combined cycle power plants.
Familiar with the selection and technical requirements of general mechanical equipment including Gas Turbine, Heat Recovery Steam Generator, Steam Turbine, Heat Exchangers, Water Treatment Systems, Rotating Machinery, etc.
Familiar with the selection and technical requirements of general electrical equipment including, HV Substation equipment, Generators, Generator Step-up Transformers, Medium & Low Voltage Power Distribution Equipment, etc.
Prior experience as Lead Engineer for not less than 3 HAZOP Studies undertaken for Power and/or Process Plant Design
Extensive knowledge and application of Codes and Standards including: ANSI, ASME, ASHRAE, ASTM, ASCE, ACI, NEC, NEMA, ISO, BS, BN, and OSHA.
Other Preferred Education and Experience
Masters of Science (MS) in Engineering (desired, not required)
Professional Engineer's (PE) License (desired, not required)
Minimum of 15 years of project experience for projects in excess of $250mUSD
Engineering/Construction oversight and responsibility in multiple disciplines.
Knowledgeable of construction/engineering scheduling and execution processes.
A thorough understanding of the project cycle, the ability to prioritize activities and to drive it to completion and to anticipate potentiation problem areas.
Good analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
Excellent problem-solving abilities.
Effective interpersonal and collaborative skills in a matrix and multi-cultural environment.
Work Authorization
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
DIGITAL | FINANCE | GOVERNMENT | INFRASTRUCTURE | MANUFACTURING |
AMERICAS MENA ASIA
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Stellar Energy Americas Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Stellar Energy Americas Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.