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Title: Chemical Engineer III
Location: Geysers

Job Summary: (includes but is not limited to the following, other duties may be assigned):

Provides Chemical Process Engineering expertise to assure safe and economical operation of all plant and steamfield chemical and waste systems, including optimization of environmental control systems; design, development and construction of new or modified chemical systems. Develops protocols for the safe handling and use of all plant chemicals to ensure operational activities are in accordance with procedures, schedules, budget and regulatory compliance. Directs and assists Chemistry staff conducting tests to evaluate chemical and environmental processes, collecting and analyzing data, and developing operational and project plans to optimize performance. Responsible for providing chemical technical support to operations, maintenance, technical services, environmental and safety departments on all chemical aspects related to H2S abatement, sulfur handling, hazardous waste, corrosion control, steamfield, chemical cleaning, and water treatment.

Job Responsibilities:
• Comprehensive knowledge of geothermal H2S abatement and power generation or related field.
• Seasoned professional with advanced applied experience.
• Applies advanced skills contributing to knowledge areas within function, but not yet an expert in all.
• Makes recommendations on moderately complex issues regarding project components and tasks.
• May make recommendations on new processes, tools and services; supports and contributes to development of new products, services or techniques.
• Works on problems of diverse scope ranging from moderate to complex.
• Uses independent judgment requiring in-depth analysis of variable factors. Collaborates with senior professionals in selection of methods, techniques, and analytical approach.
• Little instruction on day-to-day work, general instructions on new assignments.
• Serves as project technical lead on small to medium sized projects; may coordinate work of professionals, technicians and others outside of own department.
• This is the most senior skill level without moving to the management or specialist track.
• Resource integrator builds professional networks and identifies and connects resources to achieve goals.
• Regularly contributes actionable ideas in brainstorming and planning sessions.

Requirements:
• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering or related field with experience in geothermal processes with process engineering experience.
• Seasoned professional; typically requires 5+ years' experience.

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GreenFire Energy Inc.

Title: Director Mechanical Engineering
Reports to: VP Engineering and Operations
Job Location: The Company HQ is in the San Francisco Bay area, but principal work location can be discussed. Some travel to project sites will be required.
Compensation: Competitive salary, employee stock options
Contact: info@greenfireenergy.com

Position Summary
GreenFire Energy designs and builds geothermal power projects worldwide using its proprietary closed-loop
geothermal technology (“GreenLoop”). GreenLoop requires sophisticated site-specific design and engineering to
optimize power generation from a wide spectrum of geothermal resources.
The Director Mechanical Engineering is responsible to oversee the engineering of the physical components of
GreenFire Energy power projects worldwide. This task will require close cooperation with the Director Process
Engineering.

Job Responsibilities
Manage GreenFire Energy mechanical engineering team
• Recruit, train, and effectively manage qualified mechanical engineers
• Create engineering standards and procedures for GreenLoop commercial projects
• Ensure compliance with applicable professional engineering standards
• Formulate and adhere to approved engineering department budgets

Project Engineering and Management
• At the direction of the VP of Engineering and Operations, and in cooperation with the Director Process
Engineering, design, and execute approved projects
• Perform initial engineering sufficient to create accurate project cost and time estimates for both surface and
subsurface components of projects
• Cooperate with the management team to prepare bid proposals for projects
• Support and collaborate with the VP of Project Development to budget, secure and execute projects
• Maintain close working relationships with contractors, suppliers, and regulatory personnel
• Engineer and manage projects to ensure the safety of all personnel and avoid environmental risks

Education and Experience
Masters or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or related field, and at least 15 years of experience in project engineering management, geothermal energy, drilling technologies, power production, or similar industrial applications, preferably with substantial experience in the geothermal or in oil and gas drilling.

Required Abilities
• Actively lead, inspire, and motivate the engineering team to complete projects on time and under budget
• Clearly articulate technical issues and associated options for resolution
• Think and act strategically and proactively
• Strong writing and presentation skills
• Fluency in English is required and fluency in one or more foreign languages of a country with substantial
geothermal energy development is helpful

About GreenFire Energy Inc.
GreenFire Energy develops and implements innovative geothermal technology to accelerate the world’s transition to
clean, continuous renewable energy. GreenFire’s GreenLoop™ is closed-loop geothermal technology that extracts
and transports heat from deep in the earth to be used for geothermal power generation. GreenFire Energy delivers
fast, low-cost, and high ROI geothermal retrofit, expansion, and greenfield projects. This scalable business model has led to commercial relationships with many of the world’s premier geothermal operators.
GreenFire Energy’s technology has been developed with grants from the U.S. Department of Energy, the California
Energy Commission, and research conducted with U.S. National Laboratories, major universities, and eminent
experts. The company has extensive international patents. GreenFire Energy is headquartered in the San Francisco
Bay Area in California, USA. www.greenfireenergy.com

Cyrq Energy - Who We Are and What We Need
Cyrq Energy focuses on renewable geothermal energy, capturing the energy embedded in hot water and steam located below the earth’s surface, using that heat energy to generate electricity and returning the water to underground wells to be reheated and used again. We’re doing our part to transition the grid from relying on hydrocarbon-based energy to a clean, green energy future. And we expect to grow significantly over the next 10 years.

We are looking to expand our team and are seeking a Director of Engineer to join our team in SLC, Utah. The Director of Engineer is expected to drive improved business results by providing technical and engineering support to Cyrq’s operations, partnering with both Resource and Plant Operations, and strong leadership the Engineering function and team. Key Roles and responsibilities included safety: evaluate and audit power plant, electrical, and pipeline systems to improve safeguards and processes for employees and equipment. Work closely with Safety and Operations Team to ensure Safety First culture.

Provide leadership for the Engineering Team, integrate with the Resource and Operations teams to identify highly impactful improvements and recommend solutions with best outcomes for Cyrq based on safety and cost benefit analysis. Empower engineers and develop future company leaders. Stay abreast of state-of-the-art technology, equipment and project management; provide thought leadership applicable to Cyrq. Network with consultants and vendors to leverage industry expertise.

Maximize electricity generation and reduce costs across all power plants. Contribute engineering expertise to operating teams, especially emphasizing a proactive approach. Team responsibilities include but not limited to the design, application, and inspection of existing assets; deployment of the right materials, sized equipment, operating parameters, life expectancy, life extension; and/or plant configurations; root cause analysis process, evaluation of design and future operating challenges associated with existing plants and potential acquisition targets, etc. Drive effective preventive maintenance, providing recommendations that minimize risk and shift to condition-based maintenance.

Be accountable for effective and timely decision-making using quality data and insight. Guide team to prioritize that timely data is available for analysis, tracking, managing, reporting and optimizing assets (below-ground / geothermal reservoirs and above-ground / power production facilities). Ensure data is analyzed to offer insights leading to effective decision making and results.

Partner to maximize the value of operating assets. Work cross-functionally and proactively to increase value; for example, partner with O&M teams for better outage planning and scheduling, leverage qualified contractors, develop component and system specifications, remove process bottlenecks, conduct outages with well-crafted plans, emphasize safety, environmental compliance, cost management, timeliness and high-quality work.

Support financial management and reporting through management of plant generation models, preparation of annual budgets, long-range forecasts, CAPEX & OPEX projections, input for lender reports, AFE’s, etc.

Mentor Engineering team, providing work and training opportunities for increased performance, career growth and succession management within the function. Delegation of projects should be prioritized over delegation of tasks to challenge employees and develop a team that is confident in communication even regarding challenging subjects.

Education and Experience:
• A Bachelor’s in Electrical, Mechanical or related Engineering degree, MS preferred
• Demonstrated experience in utility scale powerplants or other industrial setting, with a working knowledge of power systems, specifically generation, transmission, and distribution
• Experience with ORC geothermal electricity generation required, experience with Flash Steam geothermal electricity generation preferred
• Proven project development, acquisition analysis and field troubleshooting experience
• Prior experience leading a team of engineers as well as managing a group of contractors.
• Experience with electrical control, predictive based maintenance, and electrical operating principles

Full job description and additional details available. Interested applicants can send a resume or request additional
information at Deb.Siddoway@cyrqenergy.com.

Calpine Corporation

Job Summary:
The position is responsible for land and water program management for 13 geothermal power generation facilities, including power plants, steam fields and ancillary services. Responsible for complex, technical work to maintain compliance with the organization’s EHS standards, federal and state regulatory requirements, and industry consensus standards. Has comprehensive understanding of EHS principles, concepts, practices, standards and regulations. Coordinates compliance assurance activities for multi-media environmental programs with an emphasis on land and water program management and all associated monitoring, reporting, and other permit requirements. Serves as the liaison between regulatory agencies and operational management. Reviews plant EHS procedures and makes recommendations for updates according to applicable laws, regulations and best practices. May lead or participate in investigations of EHS incidents (Environmental and/or Safety) including accidents, geothermal waste spills, and near miss events. Recommends improvements in processes, design, procedures, and operating equipment to minimize the potential for hazardous or non-compliant issues. Supports employee training related to environmental compliance and emergency preparedness.

Job Responsibilities:
• Provide oversight of the Land and Water compliance programs for Geysers operations.
• Drive EHS risk recognition and mitigation by assessing and communicating physical, operational, and regulatory risks. Collaborate with operations to identify project permitting constraints.
• Prepare and submit applications for Geysers projects and drive permitting to completion.
• Ensure compliance with requirements for geothermal production and injection wells, geothermal waste management facilities, and waste discharge permits and related reporting.
• Interface with a host of agencies such as the California Energy Commission (CEC), California Geologic Energy Management (Cal-GEM), local planning & development agencies, and state water resources and regional water quality control boards.
• Serve as a catalyst for continuous improvement through EHS assessments, event and trend analyses. Support and contribute to the development of new products, services or techniques.
• Compile and submit internal and external reports as specified by regulatory and company requirements. Review collection and recordkeeping practices related to EHS matters.
• Makes decisions regarding own work, within generally defined parameters. Uses independent judgement requiring in-depth analysis of variable factors.
• Serve as project/technical lead on small to medium sized projects. May collaborate with senior professionals in selection of methods, techniques, and analytical approach.
• Manages several consultants/contractors in their work in various water quality and aquatic wildlife monitoring programs, and biological/archeological studies.
• Reports to the EHS Manager at the Geysers.

Job Requirements:
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher, preferably in Science, Engineering or Environmental Resource disciplines. Requires minimum of 7 years’ experience in Environmental Compliance, preferably in energy industry, manufacturing, or consulting.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of federal, state (California preferred), and local regulations pertaining to land and water programs, and experience managing projects through the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
• Has familiarity and experience using computer software applications such as Microsoft Office and SharePoint and on-line tools related to data gathering, storing and reporting.

Please apply through the following link: https://rn11.ultipro.com/CAL1005/jobboard/NewCandidateExt.aspx?__JobID=4228&__jbsrc=

Job Title: Exploration Geoscientist - Geothermal

Work Location: Remote

Job Type: Full time

Company Overview

Eden GeoPower Inc. “Eden” is developing electro-hydraulic fracturing technologies to increase the recovery of subsurface resources. Our goal is to develop sustainable electric stimulation methods to decrease water use, underground water contamination, wastewater production, air pollution, and induced seismicity associated with current hydraulic stimulation methods. To date, the company has secured funding from the United States National Science Foundation, MIT, MassCEC, Ameren, United States Department of Energy - ARPA-E, Good Growth Capital, and other venture capital and industry investors.

Position Overview

We are looking for a fulltime sharp, motivated and creative exploration geologist for geothermal with an entrepreneurial spirit to join our team and lead geothermal exploration and consulting projects. The role will require knowledge of geothermal systems (hydrothermal and EGS), exploration, structural geology, fluid flow, geothermal modeling, and well planning. Below are the list of duties, qualifications, and skills for the role.

Duties & Responsibilities

● Lead geothermal exploration assessment projects for our international client
● Prepare and present project updates, technical presentations and reports for the client
● Evaluate all geothermal exploration data including geochemical data, petrochemical data, geophysical surveys temperature gradient, test drilling, and production data
● Planning and interpretation of geophysical surveys, seismic and magnetotulloric data Calculate resource capacity
● Build integrated geothermal conceptual models (2D and 3D) with geologic, geochemical, geophysical, and well data in reservoir modeling platform, Leapfrog or similar
● Field mapping 1-2 weeks at a time
● Reviewing and organizing existing datasets, maintaining database of exploration data
● Mapping of geologic framework, fault mapping, and alteration
● Constructing cross sections of different geological scenarios
● Oversee well testing, interpret the results, and integrate data into reservoir models
● Borehole image log and petrophysical log analysis
● On site drilling support for drill cutting analysis
● Identify and communicate geologic risk and uncertainty, generate mitigation plans, planning
● Analytically and numerically model how our stimulation technology works at the field scales, evaluate effectiveness of permeability enhancement, define effectiveness based on the ratio of energy used in our stimulation vs. the energy extracted from the geothermal resource
● Assist in building the company’s geothermal capabilities. Develop hiring strategies, identify key positions/roles for hiring, assist in interviews hiring decisions
● Prepare governmental reports, funding proposals, presentations, etc.

Requirements & Qualifications

● Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to make technically and economically sound recommendations with incomplete information
● Strong knowledge of geothermal systems and geothermal exploration best practices
● Understanding of geophysical measurements and experience interpreting geophysical surveys
● Knowledge of structural geology and structural mapping
● Experience interpreting well logs
● Experience interpreting geochemical and petrophysical datasets for geothermal exploration
● Ability to build integrated geological models with well data, structural data, geochemical, geophysical, and temperature data
● Experienced or proficient in geological modeling platforms, LeapFrog or similar
● Experience targeting temperature gradient and slim hole test, evaluating well tests for geothermal resource potential
● Geothermal resource assessment and power or thermal capacity estimation

Preferred Qualifications

● Some experience in reservoir simulation TOUGH 2, 3 or similar
● Experience modeling geothermal fracture networks and simulating fracturing operations such as hydraulic fracturing
● Experience predicting geothermal resource performance based on simulation results
● Production modeling and forecasting
● Understanding of fluid and thermodynamics in the subsurface

General Requirements

● Demonstrated initiative and results oriented team member skills. Willingness to learn and share knowledge
● Proficient in practices of researching geothermal systems, resource performance, and industry challenges
● Making sound recommendations based on technical analysis; preparing and presenting recommendations
● Adaptable for working in a fast-paced dynamic environment
● Ability to work remotely, with international partners or clients, flexible scheduling
● Strong organizational skills, solid scientific and proposal writer, effective communicator

Education & Experience Requirements

● BS degree in geology, geoscience or similar required
● Minimum 8 years of experience in geothermal industry required
● Prior experience in geothermal exploration preferred
● Prior experience in geothermal reservoir modeling preferred

Benefits

● Medical, dental, vision
● Vacation & sick time
● Annual salary + bonuses

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Cyrq Energy - Who We Are and What We Need
Cyrq Energy focuses on renewable geothermal energy, capturing the energy embedded in hot water and steam located below the earth’s surface, using that heat energy to generate electricity and returning the water to underground wells to be reheated and used again. We’re doing our part to transition the grid from relying on hydrocarbon-based energy to a clean, green energy future. And we expect to grow significantly over the next 10 years.

We are looking to expand our team and are seeking a Geologist to join our team. The geothermal geologist responsibilities include the driving exploration activities, evaluating acquisition opportunities, and supporting operating field reservoir management by conducting field-based and desktop studies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Recommend exploration plans for leased sites; execute plans including mapping geology, constructing 3D
geologic models, and integrating legacy and vendor-collected data. Update model as needed.
• Evaluate new sites for acquisition, including generating new prospects.
• Work with the resource, engineering, and power plant operations teams to optimize plant output and ensure system reliability.
• Work with the resource and plant engineering team to analyze well and reservoir test plans including
tracer testing, flow testing, and injection testing.
• Collect fluid samples for analysis, travel to drilling sites to make decisions regarding casing points, logging
intervals, etc. oversee wireline logging.
• Work with resource team to history match data for numerical modeling.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned and needed.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactory, accurately and safely. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:
• Geological and geophysical methods
• Flexibility and a desire to learn new skills
• Experience with ArcGIS required
• Experience with Rimbase or other drilling management software is a plus
• Field work experience required
• Must have a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
• MS in Geology, or related field required
• 2+ years’ experience in working with reservoir or aquifer data including geologic data required
• Geothermal experience preferred

Full job description and additional details available. Interested applicants can send a resume or request additional
information at Deb.Siddoway@cyrqenergy.com.

Do you enjoy driving focus on Geothermal subsurface solutions to internal and external customers?

Are you able to bring technical expertise and knowledge to our team to enhance our Geothermal market positioning?

Join our Reservoir Technical Services (RTS) team

RTS services are delivered to our internal and external customers by Advisors with the help of our digital capabilities. Our Reservoir Solutions team delivers field development and customized analysis through projects. Our Service Delivery team focuses on Real Time services as well as log delivery & interpretation tools. Our Region structure allows us to operate next to our customers and Baker Hughes field execution services. RTS also co-develops products with the Oilfield Services (OFS) product lines and helps to sustain OFS services with the help of digital capabilities.

Partner with the best

This global role is based in RTS’ Headquarter Energy Transition team and reports to the Geothermal Discipline Lead. At an Advisor level the role will add technical expertise and knowledge to our Geothermal offerings to enhance RTS and Baker Hughes position as market leaders in Energy Transition.

The Geothermal Advisor will work with the RTS Regions, RTS Reservoir Solutions and directly with customers to develop positioning and opportunities in this growing market place. The Geothermal Advisor will also bring technical detail engagements to the RTS function, and assist to roll-out and improve Region competency. Together with the RTS Energy Transition team, the Geothermal Advisor will also be instrumental to provide solution concepts, participate in feasibility studies and evaluation projects towards their next phase of implementation.

As a Geothermal Advisor - RTS, you will be responsible for:

• Understand and educate others about Baker Hughes and RTS product portfolio in Geothermal, from District Heating and Closed Loop to Power Generation
• Communicate with customers and Region operations for customizing solutions, enhance opportunities, and participate in evaluation projects in the Geothermal domain
• Help to source regulations and changes that drive demand in Geothermal
• Author papers, develop patents, review technical publications for the domain globally
• Develop, foster and maintain good partnerships across RTS Disciplines, Business Units and Product Lines globally
• Participate in digital Product Development for the Geothermal Discipline
• Participate in Product Development meetings to steer product outcomes to customer needs
• Participate in internal and external Influence of Geothermal through development of a Technical Strategy and involvement in key Research and Development focus areas
• Have awareness of industry trends and alternative or competing technologies within the domain

Fuel your passion

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have a Master’s Degree in Earth Science or “STEM” Majors (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)
• Have 3 years of professional experience
• Have participated in a range of Geothermal projects
• Have demonstrated abilities to analyze challenges
• Have experience working within a team-based environment
• Be able to communicate globally

Work in a way that works for you

We recognize that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns:

• Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive

Working with us

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.

Working for you

Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we have to push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their input.  Join us, and you can expect:

• Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
• Comprehensive private medical care options
• Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
• Tailored financial programs

About Us

With operations in over 120 countries, we provide better solutions for our customers and richer opportunities for our people. As a leading partner to the energy industry, we're committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 and we're always looking for the right people to help us get there. People who are as passionate as we are about making energy safer, cleaner and more efficient.

Join Us

Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company with a global reach and exciting services and clients? Come join us and grow with a team of people who will energize and inspire you!
 

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Title: High Voltage Electrical Technician III

Location: Geysers

Job Summary (including but not limited to the following; other duties may be assigned):

This ICE Technician III position will report to the Technical Services High Voltage Team that builds, operates and maintains low, medium and high voltage overhead and underground electrical distribution and transmission systems, providing auxiliary power and start up capabilities for many plants and pumping stations. Responsibilities include pole line maintenance and replacement, conductor stringing and underground cable installation. Maintains and repairs electrical equipment and instrumentation. Monitors, maintains, and makes adjustments and repairs of high voltage electrical equipment in and around 115 & 230 KV switchyards as necessary according to design and vendor specifications, to assure facilities operate in the most safe, economic and efficient manner. Monitor, maintain, and repair plant/field electrical, instrumentation, and control systems including generators, transformers, switchyard equipment and switchgear. Perform routine trouble shooting activities. Use Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to effectively accomplish required maintenance in and efficient and organized manner. Optimize plant preventative maintenance program to meet OEM recommendations, regulatory requirements, and corporate maintenance philosophy. Install and maintain field communication distribution equipment including overhead fiber optic and copper signal installations. Responsible for assisting maintaining logs, manuals, records, drawings and operating procedures in a neat and professional manner. Provide written reports on system conditions when required. Incorporates safe behavior into all activities and consistently complies with all established safety and health policies and procedures, helps to identify and eliminate or actively manage risks in all work activities.

Job Responsibilities:

• Senior-level; recognized technical specialist in high voltage systems.
• Pole line maintenance work, including but not limited to pole replacements; install conductor: primary, secondary, fiber optic and telecommunications;
• Perform pole line inspections, draft reports, and support maintenance of records and updates to operating and single line diagrams
• Switching/operation of overhead devices
• Establishing electrically safe work conditions for personnel safety
• Perform medium voltage cable splicing and terminations
• Perform switchyard corrective and preventative maintenance
• Oversee contractors in performance of similar tasks/responsibilities
• Support operations requests
• This position is subject to call outs and after hours’ work

Requirements   

• High School Diploma and degree from technical/vocational school or equivalent experience. Documented graduation from a recognized Lineman Climbing - technical/vocational school is a plus.
• Journey Level; minimum 5 years’ experience in high voltage and/or communications systems line work.
o Experience includes pole and structure climbing and pole top/bucket truck rescue qualifications
o Experience performing pole maintenance and/or line construction, including performance of respective safety responsibilities and tasks.
o Ability to successfully work as part of a team
o Experience in providing on the job skills training to others.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with an advanced understanding of chemistry, physics, electricity and mathematics.
• Ability to successfully work as part of a team and be the technical lead on specific projects.
• Experience in providing on the job skills training to others.
• Electronics knowledge required.
• Basic certifications/licensures.
• Must possess a current California commercial CDL (Class ‘B’ or ‘A’).

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Title: Maintenance Planner

Location: Geysers

Job Summary: (responsibilities include but are not limited to the following, other duties may be assigned):
Creates plans that permit the continued operation of equipment and systems affecting the company’s business operations to a substantial degree. Responsible for determining, monitoring, and administering maintenance and operation work schedules to meet plant productivity needs. In coordination with plant management and project managers, develops and implements work schedules after evaluating maintenance, operations, and engineering needs. Exercises discretion and independent judgment based on plant operations, maintenance needs, resources, and timing considerations. Involved in planning long- and short-term business objectives involving maintenance, repair, and replacement of equipment. Provides consultation and expert advice to management. Investigates and resolves maintenance issues.
Additionally responsible for assessing priority of maintenance requests (both long- and short-term), determining job requirements, and determining appropriate staffing resources. Exercises discretion and independent judgment to integrate plant needs with maintenance/operation resources in setting work schedules. Formulates maintenance plans, budgets, material requirement list, budget tracking tools, and develops metrics to demonstrate performance and drive improvements of maintenance operations. Exercises discretion and independent judgment to administer schedule changes due to backlogs, design changes, and material or labor shortages. Provides strategic advice based on evaluating possible repairs and deciding whether equipment needs to be modified or replaced.

Job Responsibilities:
• Seasoned professional with administrative skill and advanced applied experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of maintenance and plant operations.
• Administers maintenance program with particular emphasis on establishing work plan to effect operation/maintenance performance and efficiencies.
• Performs little or no physical work.
• Makes decisions concerning complex issues regarding project components and tasks.
• Leads, researches, prepares, plans and schedules exercising discretion in formulating solutions using independent decision-making.
• Develops new processes, tools and services; develops new products, services or techniques.
• Makes decisions requiring exercise of discretion and independent judgment regarding matters of significance ranging from moderate to complex maintenance and operations planning issues.
• Directs senior professional in selection of methods, techniques, and analytical approaches.
• Advises management team in planning long and short-term business objectives and in developing new maintenance reports, standards, metrics and policies.
• Able to administer maintenance planning based on general plant and operations policies with little or no day-to-day direction.
• Administers work of professionals, technicians, and others both inside and outside of own department.
• Work is primarily office or non-manual work related to the plant maintenance operations.
• Must compare and evaluate possible courses of action and make a decision after various possibilities have been considered
• Has authority to wave or deviate from established policies and procedures in exceptional circumstances.
• Advises management on best policies and practices for coordinating resources to achieve maintenance goal and regularly keeps management abreast on actionable solutions to planning issues.
• Collaborate and solve problems – works with others to resolve significant issues in the plant, clarifies or interprets complex information, provide initial screening/remediation.

Requirements     
• Bachelor’s Degree and vocational/technical experience and education in maintenance, engineering-related field, or equivalent.
• Expert in department-specific software, databases, and spreadsheets; strong understanding of power maintenance/plant operations functions, administrative controls, or related.
• Generally requires 7 years’ experience.
• Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment as well as mastery of maintenance and control operations functions necessary to administer maintenance.

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Northern California Power Agency (NCPA)

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Definition

Under general supervision of the Operations Supervisor and general direction of a Team Leader or Lead Technician: operate, control, and accurately and reliably maintain mechanical and electrical equipment assets. The measure of accuracy and reliability is the safe, effective and efficient performance of the Facility. This position is predominately operator based with maintenance support as outlined below.

Description of Duties and Responsibilities

Operations Duties and Responsibilities

Monitors and operates centralized control centers for turbine generator units, auxiliary equipment such as pumps, valves, motors, generators, fans and compressors. Enters, updates and modifies data parameters such as alarm points onto computer in accordance with operating standard. Performs water chemistry testing as required by the facility. Operates equipment and makes adjustments based on the results. Identifies problems or trends with this equipment early to prevent operator or mechanical errors. Analyzes operations situations or other complex situations quickly. Identifies the relationship between multiple events or operating conditions even if the events seem unrelated at the time. Offers a variety of workable solutions to complex problems when asked to report the status of the plant. Recognizes the objective of the monitoring is to protect NCPA assets from power failures, accidents, or any incident that leads to lost generation or equipment damage.

Uses own judgment with confidence to adjust controls or override automatic controls to bring equipment or systems into recommended or prescribed operating ranges, switches to backup equipment or system, starts up or shuts down equipment. Analyzes and collects data from readings, instruments, gages, and alarms to respond to changes in operating conditions and emergencies. Confers with Team Leader or Operations supervisor to resolve system problems and works on problems until a satisfactory outcome is achieved and persists until the problem is resolved. Uses technical expertise when conferring with management and shows how solutions apply to specific job situations or operations problems. Offers clear assessments of operating conditions when conferring with management and gives a sound explanation to explain judgments made.

Reviews, coordinates and reports work orders, work activities and equipment clearances with appropriate personnel. Checks equipment to be cleared in advance to guarantee its condition to others.

Informs system dispatch and supervisors of the status of the facility. Conducts on-line test of equipment before certifying its status and performance. Checks equipment in advance of its need to guarantee its operation. Receives and implements load and switching orders from dispatch. Completes facility logs and reports including entering or uploading data into the CMMS. Tests the reliability of written work or data. Retests critical data to make sure it is accurate. Requests feedback from experts on CMMS or any other data systems to assure accuracy of data entry.

Maintenance Duties and Responsibilities

Inspect, tests, calibrates, and maintains all mechanical and electrical equipment including but not limited to pressure, flow, level and temperature transmitters, and indicators. Repairs and replaces lighting, gauges, indicators, piping, pumps, valves, and other electrical and mechanical equipment. Performs minor repairs and adjustments to equipment such as compressors, pumps and valve packing and seals. Ensures that tools and power equipment are kept in good safe working order. Uses diagnostic equipment such as ultrasound, acoustic and vibration, to detect gas or air leaks and take vibration data for reliability-based maintenance. Diagnoses equipment malfunctions and notifies the appropriate personnel to correct the malfunction. Follows though on corrective actions to ensure the successful resolution of the malfunction. Sustains a personal interest in the solution until the problem is successfully resolved. Keeps own part of work moving even when faced with equipment problems or uncertainty with the outcome of solution. Uses high standard of safety and quality while at the same time minimizing time and costs when taking corrective actions. Assists Mechanical and Technical personnel with other duties as required. Uses past experience with current maintenance procedures to resolve equipment issues. May be required to attend specialized training and or obtain new skills as technology changes to meet the business needs of the facility.

Environmental Duties and Responsibilities

Monitors and maintains environmental integrity of facilities by collecting and analyzing samples in accordance with operating procedures. Adds and disposes of chemicals in accordance with operation standards. Prevents or controls spills of process fluids, chemicals, lubricants, etc. in order to comply with air quality and water quality regulations in accordance with operating procedures. Acquires or uses a technical expertise on compliance standards to diagnose discrepancies in the plant. Acquires a current technical knowledge of hazardous waste regulations and how those regulations affect the plant. Records and reports all emissions and spills for environmental compliance. Acts as a technical contributor to make sure environmental problems do not lead to a Notice of Violation (NOV). Accurately reports upset conditions following established procedures. Finds the causes of noncompliance using own technical expertise of plant operations and regulatory demands. Uses past experience with noncompliance to resolve current environmental conditions.

Site Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitors and operates steam distribution system from production wells to powerplants, injection, and effluent pipeline system.
• Monitors S.E. Geysers and Lake Intake Pump Stations to protect NCPA assets from power failures and other changes.
• Monitors, operates, and controls Stretford System including process of sulfur.

Representative Physical and Job Demands

• Regularly talks and listens to others to exchange and obtain information to direct the operation and control of Facility.
• Regularly required sitting at computer and control center reading displays and inputting data, reliably. Tests the ratability and accuracy of readings.
• Visually monitors data on computer displays requiring close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Assesses own abilities to sustain data input or monitoring of screens when this task is done for long periods of time.
• Regularly climb ladders and walks on platforms near high temperature surfaces; works on slippery or uneven surfaces in precarious places.
• Frequently walks, reaches, kneels, and crouches using feet, legs, hands and manual strength to access and operate plant equipment.
• Occasionally lifts, moves and dumps fifty (50) pound loads of equipment, supplies or material.
• Occasionally pushes and pulls barrels weighing five-hundred (500) pounds on a hand truck.
• Occasionally uses air-respirator equipment while performing operating functions, working on equipment and in emergencies.
• Occasionally required to wear Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) while performing necessary job functions.
• Routinely works near heated surfaces; works on slippery or uneven surfaces in precarious places to adjust or operate equipment.
• Occasionally exposed to high voltage and other electrical hazards while working on equipment.
• Routinely reaches and grasps hand tools and other objects using manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination to adjust equipment.
• Routinely works in outside weather conditions and is exposed to chemicals, wet and humid conditions, extreme cold, and heat while inspecting equipment. The noise level is frequently very loud.
• Routinely listens to operating sounds of equipment to diagnosis equipment malfunctions.
  Occasionally operates forklifts, boom truck, and cranes.
  Frequently operates Agency vehicles going to and from job locations.

Job Expectations

Acquisition and Use of Technical Knowledge

Possesses or acquires as needed a fundamental knowledge of instrumentation and control theory; powerplant operation theory and process; computerized control systems and software applications, equipment, systems and their capabilities; mechanical and electrical theory and background to operate equipment; measuring devices and hand tools for maintenance work; general contamination and control practices and procedures; basic math, powerplant rules and regulations; physics including pumps/turbine mechanics; switching and clearance procedures; basic principles of thermodynamics and fluid flow; basic water chemistry and chemical processes. Given this basic knowledge, understands own role within the plant and how that role requires the use of knowledge applied to practical, day to day, operations and maintenance demands. Hold self-accountable to acquire knowledge needed when a job situation changes, new tasks are introduced to the job, or when improved performance requires acquiring extended or specialized information. Accepts direction or training in areas that require additional skills. Possesses or acquires as needed an extensive knowledge of safety, fire, and security rules and procedures. Given the emphasis of safety at the plant, uses knowledge to improve and report plant conditions and the organization’s safety record.
Acquires knowledge of operations and maintenance procedures on a continuing basis to stay current as a significant contributor to plant solutions, safety performance, and operations and maintenance improvements.
Passes knowledge on to other employees as a way to contribute to the performance of others, or get a job done.
Assesses and acknowledges own limitations with the fundamental knowledge needed to perform in the job.
Reports for work on time and maintains satisfactory attendance in accordance with Agency policy. Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent. Arrives to meetings and appointments on time.

Application of Technical and General Job Skills

Technical and job skills are indicated by demonstrating an ability to:
Efficiently and effectively operate, control, and maintains turbine generator units and auxiliary equipment, and be accountable for aspects of the job at the Plant Facility.
Implement or use existing methods to control the waste of time, money and material resources, such as:
• Acting to improve work procedures
• Conserving resources
• Expediting a job
• Completing a work assignment efficiently
• Completing long term work in an orderly fashion
Work with management to identify and learn from mistakes made and apply what is learned to future situations or plant conditions.
Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.
Review own action to determine the cause of poor working relationships so those relationships can be improved.
Work irregular shifts.
Operate Agency vehicles and equipment safety.

Training and Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma or possession of Certificate of Equivalency.
• Any combination of training and experience that would likely provide the relevant knowledge, abilities, and skills to fulfill the entire demands of the job. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge, abilities, and skills is to have had three (3) years of journey level experience in operating and maintaining recognized apprenticeship or training program.
• Completion of the NCPA Geothermal Operating Training Program. In addition, pass the operator/technician aptitude test and complete the technical training as defined by management as necessary to fulfill the job’s duties and responsibilities.
• Maintaining a level of technical proficiency in current job as demonstrated by performance reviews and evaluations while learning new skills and technologies to fulfill current job standards as demonstrated by performance reviews and evaluations.

Drivers License Requirement

Possession of an unrestricted Class C California operator’s license issued by the State of California, Department of Motor Vehicles. Possession and maintenance of a good driving record as demonstrated by the absence of multiple or serious traffic violations or accidents within the last three (3) years.

Cyrq Energy - Who We Are and What We Need
Cyrq Energy focuses on renewable geothermal energy, capturing the energy embedded in hot water and steam located below the earth’s surface, using that heat energy to generate electricity and returning the water to underground wells to be reheated and used again. We’re doing our part to transition the grid from relying on hydrocarbon-based energy to a clean, green energy future. And we expect to grow significantly over the next 10 years.

We are looking to expand our team and are seeking a Resource Engineer to join our team in SLC, Utah or Reno, Nevada. The Resource Engineer is expected to monitor performance, produce and manage various models and assessments for Cyrq’s geothermal power plants with the goal of optimizing performance and long-term viability.

The engineering work may include reservoir models, wellbore models, process models, pump analysis, pressure transient analysis, etc.

Contribute technical expertise of Geothermal Resource analysis and modelling to the Resource, Engineering and Operations teams for effective utilization and life extension of each geothermal resource. The focus for this position will include:
• proactively seeking geothermal field improvements; communicate to the team and to management
• coordinating and preparing monthly reservoir performance updates
• close tracking of wellfield and generation KPIs
• preparing and updating resource deliverability and generation forecasts
• coordinating communication between resource staff and plant operations
• understanding well operations and production concepts
• building, updating and maintaining reservoir models under the supervision of the Company’s Director of Reservoir Engineering
• well inflow diagnosis and wellbore modeling
• designing, performance monitoring and optimizing production pumps for improved well inflow performance
• analyzing performance of production and injection wells, proposing remedial action or replacement as necessary
• designing, planning and overseeing well tests, analyzing and interpreting well logs
• peer reviewing other engineers work and concluding on final interpretations and reporting

QUALIFICATIONS
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering(Petroleum, Mechanical, or similar). Would consider Geoscience disciplines with appropriate experience and training
• An understanding of numerical methods as applied to fluid flow in porous and fractured reservoirs
• An advanced degree in a related technical discipline or in resource management preferred
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:
• 1-5 years of experience working in the geothermal industry, or a background in assessment, drilling and operations of underground reservoirs (water, petroleum, hydrocarbons, etc.) is highly desired
• Knowledge of advanced data analytics, geostatistical tools, reservoir simulation and subsurface mapping is highly desirable
• Working knowledge of advanced well production techniques, is desired
• Additional work experience with (ORC) geothermal power plants is preferred
• Proven resource modelling and analysis and field troubleshooting experience is a plus

Full job description and additional details available. Interested applicants can send a resume or request additional
information at Deb.Siddoway@cyrqenergy.com.

Open Mountain Energy has two positions available: One (1) Office Staff Geologist and (1) Field Staff Geologist

Note: specific roles/tasks will contain role reversals depending upon business needs.

Job Summary:

The Staff Geologist will support the company’s geothermal development efforts at all stages of progress, including during prospect analysis, drilling and reservoir development, resource testing, and operations.  This role will have experience with various essential support tasks including permitting and regulatory compliance, data management organization, geologic and structural characterization, conceptual modeling, and vendor/contractor management.

Essential Functions:

• Support the planning, coordination, and management of resource testing and operating wellfield activities across diverse projects, including site supervision, data collection, and analysis
• Contribute to wellsite geology and supervision activities, manage communications and data exchange between contractors, consultants, and company management
• Perform geologic/geophysical, structural, or related environmental characterizations for existing and prospective assets, including desktop literature review for existing and future assets
• Collaborate with resource and drilling teams and expert consultants in the development of 2D and 3D wellfield and conceptual models
• Manage groundwater monitoring programs to ensure regulatory compliance, including periodic field data collection and water sampling at multiple projects.
• Conduct field studies (i.e., reconnaissance, mapping, sampling, etc.) and support contractor fieldwork and report to management from diverse locations
• Assist with or assume a senior role in directing GIS management and map making for various company needs.
• Perform in an information management role to maintain and keep updated an organized system of files and records relating to the company’s resource development activities and operating assets
• Prepare regulatory applications and compliance reports, and interface with stakeholders.
• Report regular updates to management
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong understanding of the fundamentals of lithology, structural geology, and modern tectonics
• Working understanding of the principles of geophysics, geomorphology, mineralogy, geochemistry, and hydrothermal systems
• Strong data management and organization skills
• Proficiency with basic computing programs (Internet, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Experience with 3D, GIS, or CAD software programs
• Excellent organizational, time-management, and professional communication skills
• Ability to drive a vehicle to project locations upon request

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in earth science, engineering, or related fields of study
• Two (2) to Five (5) years of work experience in the same or related degrees listed above
•  Knowledge or experience in subsurface resource exploration and/or drilling is preferred

Preferred Knowledge Areas and Experience:

• Direct experience with actively operated or highly developed geothermal resources
• Advanced structural geology, geophysics, rock mechanics, or similar fields
• Advanced knowledge of fluid geochemistry and/or hydrology concepts
• Familiarity with 3D modeling (e.g., Leapfrog Geothermal)
• Experience in 3D modeling of earth systems 
• Experience with well drilling practices
• Experience in mud logging or similar field, expert in lithology and mineralogical studies
• Knowledge of government protocol for wellfield permitting and compliance

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to communicate with others to exchange information
• Remains in a sedentary position for long periods of time working on a computer
• Work in an office and/or remote locations
• Ability to work in various types of weather
• Must be able to lift to up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Use repeating motions that may include the wrist, hands and/or fingers
• Travel independently up to 50% of the time to project locations

Please send resume to Rhonda@openmountainenergy.com

Title:  Vice President Engineering

Company: GreenFire Energy Inc.

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer

Location: GreenFire Energy is located in the San Francisco Bay Area, CA, but the principal work location can be discussed. Some travel will be required.

Compensation: Competitive salary, employee stock options

Contact: info@greenfireenergy.com
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Position Summary

GreenFire Energy builds geothermal power projects worldwide using proprietary “GreenLoop” technology.  GreenLoop requires sophisticated site-specific engineering to optimize power generation from a wide spectrum of geothermal resources. The Vice President of Engineering will be responsible to manage both the mechanical and process engineering teams to provide initial assessments, bid preparation, and detailed designs.

As an important member of the GreenFire Energy management team, the VP Engineering reports to the CEO and coordinates with the VP Project Development and CTO as required. 

Job Responsibilities

• Manage GreenFire engineering team
  • Recruit, train and manage qualified engineers
  • Create engineering standards and procedures for commercial projects
  • Formulate and adhere to approved engineering department budgets
• Perform engineering project management
  • At the direction of the CEO and in cooperation with the VP Development and Chief Modeling Engineer, manage all engineering of GreenFire Energy power projects.
  • Use GreenFire Energy proprietary modeling tools to assess the technical viability of proposed GreenFire Energy commercial projects
  • Perform initial engineering sufficient to create accurate project cost and time estimates
  • Cooperate with the management team to prepare bid proposals for projects

Education and Experience

Masters or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or related field, and at least 15 years of experience in project engineering management, geothermal energy, drilling technologies, power production, or similar industrial applications, preferably with some experience in the geothermal or oil and gas industry.

Required Abilities

• Ability to actively lead, inspire and motivate engineering team to design economic, commercial projects, and complete projects on time and on budget
• Ability to travel frequently, both domestically and internationally
• Ability to clearly articulate technical issues and associated options for resolution
• Ability to think and act strategically and proactively
• Strong writing and presentation skills 

About GreenFire Energy Inc.

GreenFire Energy develops and implements innovative geothermal technology to accelerate the world’s transition to clean, continuous renewable energy. GreenFire’s GreenLoop™ is closed-loop geothermal technology that extracts and transports heat from deep in the earth to be used for geothermal power generation. GreenFire Energy delivers fast, low-cost, and high ROI geothermal retrofit, expansion, and greenfield projects. This scalable business model has led to commercial relationships with many of the world’s premier geothermal operators.

GreenFire Energy’s technology has been developed with grants from the U.S. Department of Energy, the California Energy Commission, and research conducted with U.S. National Laboratories, major universities, and eminent experts. The company has extensive international patents. GreenFire Energy is headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area in California, USA. www.greenfireenergy.com

Cyrq Energy - Who We Are and What We Need

Enabling a future world powered by clean energy, requires resources that can provide electricity reliably around the clock and that solution is available today from geothermal energy. While batteries and other storage technologies hold the promise to fill gaps from intermittent wind and solar energy sources, geothermal energy is already providing electricity 24*7*365.

We founded Cyrq Energy (“Cyrq”) in 2011 and have been providing electricity generated by geothermal energy for the past decade to a number of forward-thinking clients across several Western U.S. states. We’re doing our part to transition the grid from relying on hydrocarbon-based energy to a clean, green energy future and, we expect to grow significantly over the next 10 years.

At Cyrq, we’ve acquired underperforming assets and turned them around to operate effectively and efficiently and we’ve developed our own geothermal and solar assets. Today, we own, operate, and manage a fleet of 6 geothermal energy projects and 1 large solar energy project co-located at one of our sites in Nevada.

V.P. Operations – Salt Lake City, Utah 84101 – travel between plants

Job Purpose: The Vice President of Operations oversees strategic operations of Cyrq’s geothermal power plants and one solar field.  They are responsible for collaborating with the Safety Team to drive employee-owned safety with strong emphasis on proactive measures.  They focus on strategic planning and goal-setting, directing operations, and professional growth of plant operations personnel. They support plant managers in budget development and tracking to show progress and communicate accordingly; ensuring operations meet revenue and budget expectations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Safety, Work closely with corporate Safety Team to encourage employee ownership of their safety and of those around them with emphasis on proactive measures. 

Provide leadership for Operations Team, Coach and performance manage direct reports. Formulate policies and strategic plans for future growth.  Establish long-range objectives and specify the strategies and actions to achieve them.

Budget, generation, and profit management, Improve operational efficiency. Maintain profit margins, according to established objectives.

Plant Operation Management, Lead plant manager team in their objectives of efficiently and effectively operating their plants.  This may include inspecting sites, monitoring equipment, reviewing operational plans and supporting problem solving.

Collaborate to maximize the value of operating assets, Work closely with Resource and Engineering to operate geothermal fields to maximize generation over the life of the project. 

Set expectations for Plant Managers and their team to: record, review or maintain daily logs, reports, maintenance, and other records associated with geothermal operations.

Systems Analysis – Partners with Engineering, Resource and Operations teams to develop efficient operating systems:  KPIs, problem resolution, root cause analysis, etc. 

Communication in all forms, provide timely and succinct updates to management to , especially as issues are identified. 

Minimum Education, Experience & Qualifications:

• A minimum of 5 years of combined cycle or ORC power plant experience or training equivalent.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Demonstrated leadership in the field of power plant management

For additional information or to apply, send resume to Sarah.Mangano@cyrqenergy.com

Title: Vice President Project Development

Company: GreenFire Energy Inc.

Reports to: CEO

Location: GreenFire Energy is located in the San Francisco Bay Area, CA, but the principal work location can be discussed.

Compensation: Competitive salary, employee stock options

Contact: info@greenfireenergy.com

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Position Summary

GreenFire Energy develops geothermal power projects worldwide using proprietary “GreenLoop” technology. As part of the Company’s management team, the Vice President Project Development is responsible for developing, proposing, and executing GreenFire Energy commercial projects. In this capacity, the Vice President Project Development will negotiate agreements with all necessary parties for use of the site, for the use of the thermal or electrical energy produced, participate in securing project financing, and oversee the work of Project Developers who will supervise the actual construction of each project. 

Job Responsibilities

• Create an efficient, predictable and transparent system for developing GreenFire Energy commercial projects
  • Implement a system of controls and reporting that ensure projects are properly entitled, financed, permitted, and constructed
  • Identify new relationships and use existing relationships with debt and equity sources to finance projects
• Hire and oversee the work of Project Developers
  • Hire Project Managers with the skills required to execute GreenFire Energy commercial projects
  • Provide training as needed to junior Project Developers and other team members
  • Supervise the work of Project Developers
• Ensure the timely completion of all commercial projects within approved budgets and in accordance with contractual requirements and all financial covenants from lenders
  • Create an accurate and detailed cost estimate for each project for approval by the CEO
  • Conclude an agreement with the site owner to host the project
  • Work with site owner and Project Developer to secure all necessary permits
  • Negotiate a Power Purchase Agreement for power or similar agreement for use of project thermal energy
  • Arrange and negotiate financing of each project that is financed
  • Oversee the work of Project Developers to construct and commission the project
  • Keep company management aware of project progress, any deviations from schedule or budget or other issues
  • At project commissioning, turn responsibility for the project over to the VP Operations
  • Maintain close relationships with all project leaders throughout the lifecycle of the project
• Coordinate work with Chief Financial Officer, VP Sales, and VP Operations
  • Collaborate with VP Sales to convert sales relationships into commercial projects
  • Work with CFO to create a finance plan for each project
  • Inform CFO of any project issues that will affect costs or cash flow
  • Involve VP Operations in project planning to ensure that each project is properly designed to facilitate maintenance and performance reporting
• Provide timely and accurate reports to senior management
  • Provide monthly updates of the status of each project in development
  • Provide special updates to management as is appropriate or requested
  • Maintain a system to accurately predict cash expenditures
  • Maintain a complete record of all project development tasks and completion

Education and Experience

• 10 years of project development experience in the geothermal industry or oil and gas industry, preferably with substantial work experience in the geothermal industry
• Masters or Ph.D. in engineering, geology or other technical disciplines related to geothermal power industry technologies
• Deep expertise in project finance and existing relationship with potential funding partners; international work experience is an asset

Required Abilities

• Well-developed sales, management, and finance skills
  • Ability to evaluate the legal and efficiently deal with the issues relating to each project
  • Ability to travel up to 20% of the time domestically or worldwide
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills in both technical and business terms
  • Fluency in English is required and fluency in one or more foreign languages of a country with substantial geothermal energy development is helpful
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and prior use of a CRM tool to manage customer engagements and run sales reports

About GreenFire Energy Inc.

GreenFire Energy develops and implements innovative geothermal technology to accelerate the world’s transition to clean, continuous renewable energy. GreenFire’s GreenLoop™ is closed-loop geothermal technology that extracts and transports heat from deep in the earth to be used for geothermal power generation. GreenFire Energy delivers fast, low-cost, and high ROI geothermal retrofit, expansion, and greenfield projects. This scalable business model has led to commercial relationships with many of the world’s premier geothermal operators.

GreenFire Energy’s technology has been developed with grants from the U.S. Department of Energy, the California Energy Commission, and research conducted with U.S. National Laboratories, major universities, and eminent experts. The company has extensive international patents. GreenFire Energy is headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area in California, USA. www.greenfireenergy.com