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Head of Engineering-Major Power Projects
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
15+ years expSLB New Energy is a global company focused on energy innovation and transition opportunities. They are seeking a Head of Engineering to build and manage the engineering function for power plant design, ensuring the delivery of high-quality engineering design packages on time and within budget.
Staffing & Recruiting
No H1B
Responsibilities
Build, lead and manage the Data Solution engineering team directly and manage interface between the different individual project lines, responsible for delivering engineering for proposals and projects and support to operations within time, quality and budget
Develop and ensure consistent and effective implementation of engineering standards and processes
Increase engineering efficiency and implement cost leadership with the adoption of new tools, systems and increased work-sharing with all other product lines
Develop and encourage engineering progression and upskilling through the SLB programs
Assign engineering resources to proposals, projects and operations support when required
Provide input as required to proposals with engineering execution plans and win strategies
Approve engineering execution plans and engineering histograms
Monitor and assess engineering performance, quality, and provide feedback for improvement
Define document control processes; monitor and guarantee their implementation
Engage with the global SLB engineering network
Participate in customer meetings as required by Sales to discuss engineering execution
Coach and develop engineers and engineering managers
Promote knowledge shared through lessons learn, InTouch and other SLB programs
Provide technical advice and support to the engineering team, and other functions as required
Assess team skills/competencies and create individual development plans
Monitor resource loading and develop action plans for staffing as required
Participate in the recruitment process and undertake interviews as required
Review and update practices, procedures and forms required for engineering execution
Undertake audits and gate reviews on proposals and projects
Support supply-chain with technical audits and development of sub-suppliers and fabricators
Rollout out new engineering processes and software
Define and update Job Descriptions for Project Engineering Managers / Project Engineers, Engineers, Designers and Drafters
Develop relations with third party engineering companies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering - further education is preferred. PE designation is an asset
Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in major EPC project engineering management related to power plants, ideally within the gas to power and thermal power plants
Previous experience building engineering team and staffing the engineering department from the ground up
Previous experience managing multiple EPC projects engineering design packages in accordance with engineering standards and practices
Experience leading the engineering function during all phases of the project from tender to delivery ideally with expertise in power plants
Deep knowledge of engineering standards and practices leads to safe and compliant designs
Experience coaching and training the engineering team and junior Engineering managers
Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal
Ability to lead a cross-functional team and thrive for the success of the projects
Candidates must be able to work and reside in the US, without sponsorship
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201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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