Navajo Transitional Energy Company, LLC · 16 hours ago
Director Advanced Coal Technologies
Broomfield, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$150K/yr - $200K/yr
10+ years expNavajo Transitional Energy Company, LLC is seeking a Director of Advanced Coal Technologies to lead their technical strategy in coal innovation. This role involves overseeing research and development, providing technical guidance, and mentoring project teams in the development of new coal technologies and carbon capture solutions.
Mining & Metals
Hiring Manager
Amy Moser PHR, SHRM-CP
Responsibilities
Serve as the technical authority for coal generation, coal gasification and carbon capture technologies, advising senior leadership on strategy, feasibility, and project development
Lead research, development, and innovation efforts for advanced coal systems, including AFC (Allam-Fetvedt Cycle) and other next-generation coal technologies
Oversee and mentor the Project Manager for new coal projects, ensuring technical rigor, milestone delivery, and alignment with corporate goals
Evaluate emerging coal and carbon capture technologies, providing recommendations for deployment or further R&D investment
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, finance, operations, legal) to translate technical insights into project development and commercialization
Guide technical strategy, including integration of carbon capture, storage, and utilization solutions into coal power projects
Develop technical proposals, white papers, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders, including DOE, investors, and partners
Ensure technical best practices are implemented across all coal-related projects and research initiatives
Support regulatory, governmental loan/grant processes, permitting, and compliance efforts from a technical perspective
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or Mining Engineering; advanced degree (MS/PhD) preferred
10 –15+ years of experience in coal technology, advanced coal systems, or carbon capture R&D
Deep technical knowledge of coal combustion, gasification, generation operations, carbon capture, and integration of low-carbon technologies
Experience in research or technology development environments, with the ability to translate R&D into applied projects
Strong project management and team mentoring experience, ideally supervising technical leads or project managers
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and technical communication skills
Track record of advising executive leadership on technical strategy and technology investments
Preferred
advanced degree (MS/PhD)
Company
Navajo Transitional Energy Company, LLC
Navajo Transitional Energy Company (NTEC) is a world-class, diversified energy company with properties in Montana, Wyoming, and on the Navajo Nation in New Mexico.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$124.15MKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2025-08-29Grant
2024-09-12Grant· $6.55M
2023-09-13Grant· $2.6M
Leadership Team
Vern Lund
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
Deseret News
2025-10-16
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