Hydrogen Lead

Job Description

Join a global professional services leader! We are committed to solving the world's biggest challenges in the areas of water, energy and urbanization.

The global energy sector is transforming! Underpinning this shift is an urgent need to develop clean energy solutions to tackle the impacts of climate change, as we collectively engage in the complex and important process of decarbonization. At GHD, we are committed to leading this change for good alongside our clients and communities and invite you to join us as we seek to harness the opportunities we see on the horizon and achieve lasting global benefit for us all.

Your role as Hydrogen Lead is to collaborate with a global team of technical advisors and engineers to provide innovative process designs and clean energy hydrogen solutions to assist clients navigate the path towards a more sustainable energy landscape. Reporting to the Director of Process Engineering and Technology Readiness, this role supports Future Energy projects ranging from greenfield developments to brownfield renovations for clients in Upstream, Midstream, Downstream and Petrochemicals.

Candidate must have valid employment authorization in the U.S. and must not require visa sponsorship now or in the future.

This position will be on a hybrid remote work schedule, working three days in the office and two days from home, and is based in our Energy Services organization in Houston, Texas.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Engage in hydrogen projects and the evaluation of energy transition development opportunities involving electrolyzers/electrolysis. Serve as a senior technical specialist (hydrogen) responsible for the efficient design and technical implementation of projects within Future Energy. Lead effective technical presentations and discussions with clients and internal project teams.

Be a focal point for the types of hydrogen production methods, system technical specifications and design parameters, and scale up methodologies to meet client capacity requirements. Work in a team environment to implement new decarbonization ideas and technologies into renewable energy facility and operation designs.

Acts as a consultant to GHD clients on matters related to the hydrogen value chain, green hydrogen production systems, blue hydrogen concepts, hydrogen compression, hydrogen subsurface geological (salt cavern) storage, and hydrogen purification for technical evaluations in the feasibility/pre-FEED and FEED stages of project development.

Participate in technical due diligence 'red flag' reviews and prepare technical opinions on the viability of emerging process technologies including assessment of technical readiness level and probability of success.

Participate in the development of proposals, including technical aspects, and contribute to bid reviews, bid clarification meetings/conference calls. Support the internal RFP response process typically associated bidding on major energy projects.

Provide technical input into hydrogen engineering design studies addressing significant features of facility design; critical design considerations; expected operational limits and characteristics; and applicable risks and risk mitigation strategies.

Interface with technology providers and 3rd party entities as it relates to technology development and testing and support the screening and assessment of renewable energy technologies for deployment in existing markets and the Future Energy space.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

Bachelor of Science (required) or Master of Science (preferred) in Chemical Engineering.

10+ years experience (minimum), with 7+ years of experience in Energy Industry.

PE (Professional Engineer) license preferred.

Experience working directly with green hydrogen projects and understanding of the Hydrogen value chain, electrolyzers and electrolysis.

Knowledge of Hydrogen/SynGas production processes, ammonia, renewable natural gas (RNG) production from biogas, LNG processes and biofuels/biodiesel technologies.

Working knowledge of carbon capture and geological sequestration (CCUS).

Broad experience in oilfield production processes, gas processing, refinery and petrochemical processes

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Strong knowledge and command of process engineering principles and practices, material specifications for piping and equipment in hydrogen service, best design practices and industry codes and standards for hydrogen systems.

Knowledge of hydrogen process safety considerations and impacts on hydrogen pipeline system and equipment designs.

Proficiency in the review and checking of chemical process simulation models, heat and material balances, process drawings and diagrams, equipment specifications and sizing calculations, hydraulic calculations and related process design deliverables generated by others.

Ability to prepare highly technical reports and make presentations to clients and internal project teams.

Experience in working in multidisciplinary project teams and dealing with external stakeholders (e.g., technology providers, clients, etc.).

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Company Overview

GHD is one of the world's leading professional services companies operating in the global markets of water, energy and resources, environment, and infrastructure. We provide engineering, consulting, and construction services to private and public sector clients. Operating globally and delivering services locally, we are united by the core values of Teamwork, Respect and Integrity. Established in 1928, we remain wholly owned by our people. We are 10,000+ diverse and skilled individuals connected by over 200 offices, across five continents - Asia, Australia, Europe, North and South America, and the Pacific region.

Find out more about us at ghd.com

As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or veteran status.

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About Us

Why GHD?

Being the best we can be is in our culture.
We are a family of smart, innovative and creative problem solvers. In our employee-owned company, everything feels like it matters more. Challenge us and help us come up with new solutions to ensure water, energy and urbanisation are made sustainable for generations to come.

Our commitment to you

Commitment is a powerful word that defines how we do business, how we serve our clients and how we care for one another. We will support your needs by giving you the tools to do your best work and then recognise achievements. We will set your curiosity free to allow brilliant minds to do their best work. We will invest in new ideas, removing barriers where we can. Finally, we will encourage you to collaborate with thousands of diverse people across our global business.

Who we are

We are committed to solving the world's biggest challenges in the areas of water, energy and urbanisation. GHD is a global professional services company that is a leader in engineering, construction and architectural expertise. Established in 1928, we remain wholly owned by our people. We are 10,000+ diverse and skilled individuals, yet we are proudly 'One GHD' across more than 200 offices, spanning five continents - Asia, Australia, Europe, North and South America, and the Pacific region. Delivering extraordinary social and economic outcomes, we are passionate about building lasting relationships with our partners and clients.

COVID Policy: Prospective and/or new employees are required to adhere with GHD's US vaccination policy and any applicable government regulations related to COVID-19. Individuals hired for GHD positions that require in-person interactions with GHD Clients, or in-person visits to, or work at, GHD Clients sites, must comply with Client imposed requirements, including, in some instances, being fully vaccinated against COVID-19. GHD complies with federal, state, and local laws with regard to accommodations related to this policy.