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Environmental Coordinator
Berkshire Hathaway Energy
CA, United States
Open Position June 12, 2025

Job Description

The environmental coordinator is a professional position responsible for the analysis, development and recommendation of various projects and programs to assist the facility in complying with federal, state and local environmental laws and regulations.  Works closely with facility personnel to ensure that the facility complies with the company environmental policy.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a thorough understanding of facility processes and assists the facility in the continuous improvement of processes with environmental aspects. Identifies, develops and implements environmental solutions to facility environmental issues. 
• Ensures facility compliance with company environmental policies and federal, state and local environmental regulations. Monitors compliance and assists the facility with the various environmental reporting and record keeping requirements. 
• Performs complex environmental work requiring considerable exercise of independent analysis and judgment in environmental services. Exhibits leadership in anticipating and addressing evolving environmental issues. Manages environmental activities of consulting firms. 
• Validates and updates the business plan and other environmentally related operational and facility performance related documents or manuals. Reviews, plans and performs other environmental services duties as assigned. 
• As requested, may evaluate and develop comments on proposed state and federal laws and regulations. Advise management of the impact of proposed regulations and develop potential compliance strategies for the facility. Prepare financial analyses of environmental impacts on facility operations. 
• Develops regulatory strategies and facility procedures and guidance for operational permits. Upon request, assist in obtaining operation permits and representing the company during negotiations with regulatory agencies on permit conditions, variances, or other environmental areas. As requested, prepares and submits testimony in legislative or regulatory hearings. 
• Maintains a basic understanding of environmental issues for all media. Maintains a specialized knowledge and expertise in California environmental regulations. 
• Provide technical leadership to staff. 
• Provide technical input to assist in development of project planning. 
• Perform additional responsibilities as requested or assigned. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering, environmental sciences or the physical sciences. (Typically six years of related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess a bachelor's degree.)
• A minimum of three years of experience in environmental work or equivalent, with a minimum of two years demonstrated air, water or waste/land use experience. 
• Requires an advanced knowledge of environmental policy, laws and regulations, with the ability to analyze and evaluate complex regulatory proposals and submit written comments.
• Effective analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• The demonstrated ability to supervise and work with others effectively in a diverse working environment.
• Strong communication skills with the demonstrated ability to communicate complex information accurately and understandably in written and verbal form.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with government agencies, trade groups and other industries.
• Computer skills including competency with spreadsheets, word processors, presentation tools or a demonstrated ability to learn such skills.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.
   

About Us

BHE Renewables owns interests in several independent power projects in the U.S. BHE Renewables owns solar, wind, geothermal, hydro and natural gas projects that largely sell their output to regulated utilities. The company’s portfolio includes projects and assets in Arizona, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Nebraska, New York and Texas. BHE Renewables is building a first-of-its-kind solar-powered microgrid that will be the start of an aerospace manufacturing hub in West Virginia.

About the Team

At BHE Renewables, we celebrate diversity, equity and inclusion. BHE Renewables is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.

Job Info

• Job Identification10002834
• Job Category Environmental Compliance
• Posting Date 06/09/2025, 06:15 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 7030 Gentry Road, Calipatria, CA, 92233, US
• Salary Range $78,500 - 110,700
• Business BHE Renewables, LLC

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Calpine Corporation - EHS Project Manager II – Land Water Geysers
Job Category: Power Operations
Requisition Number: EHSPR007699
Open Position June 12, 2025
Middletown, CA 95461, USA

Job Details

Description

Calpine Corporation is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. Its fleet of 76 power plants in operation and one under construction represents nearly 26,000 megawatts of generation capacity. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states, Canada and Mexico. Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner. 

The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity. 

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

The position is responsible for land and water program management for 13 geothermal power generation facilities, including power plants, steam fields and ancillary services. This position will mainly support the Projects and Central Maintenance work groups and is responsible for EHS compliance and complex, technical permitting activities to maintain compliance with the Calpine’s EHS standards, federal and state regulatory requirements, and industry consensus standards. This position will coordinate compliance assurance activities related to land use and water permitting, and complete associated regulatory reporting such as monthly waste discharge order reporting, land use annual reports, and water rights reporting. As the main EHS point of contact for the Projects and Central Maintenance work groups, the position will lead or participate in EHS incident investigations including accidents, waste spills or other near miss events. Reviews EHS procedures and makes recommendations for updates according to applicable regulations and best practices. Recommends improvements in processes, design, procedures, and operating equipment to minimize the potential for hazardous or non-compliant issues. Conducts EHS employee training with an emphasis on, but not limited by, environmental compliance and emergency preparedness.  Furthermore, explains complex permitting requirements as they relate to the various land use permits and waste discharge orders to the teams responsible for upgrades and/or new projects. Oversees various contractors involved with monitoring activities associated with permits, such as panicum and various creek monitoring. Responsible for managing the associated purchase orders with the accounting team. Assist other EHS specialists in understanding of land/water use permitting as related to their work groups.

Job Responsibilities

• Must be able to understand land use permits and waste discharge orders and simply explain requirements to stakeholders. Assure that the organization complies with permits and regulations. Experience with CEQA and NEPA is an added plus.
• Collaborate with work groups to identify project permitting constraints. Serve as environmental technical lead on projects. Prepare and submit applications for Geysers projects and drive permitting to completion.
• Interface with a host of agencies such local county’s planning & development divisions, state water resources and regional water quality control boards, California Geologic Energy Management (Cal-GEM), and California Energy Commission (CEC). Participate in unannounced and announced inspections by said agencies.
• Compiles and submits internal and external reports as specified by regulatory and company requirements. Reviews collection and recordkeeping practices related to EHS matters.
• Ensure compliance with requirements for geothermal production and injection wells, geothermal waste management facilities, and waste discharge permits and related reporting.
• Manages several consultants/contractors and their work in various water quality and aquatic wildlife monitoring programs, and biological/archeological studies.
• Advise the Projects and Central Maintenance on EHS issues (safety and environmental). Champion continuous improvement through EHS assessments/audits, event and trend analyses.  
• Makes decisions regarding own work, within generally defined parameters. Uses independent judgement requiring in-depth analysis of variable factors. 
• Other duties as assigned.
• Reports to the EHS Manager at the Geysers. This is an in-person full-time position adhering to the Geysers four 10-hr Monday to Thursday schedule (6:30am to 5pm).

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher, preferably in Project Management, Science, Engineering or Environmental Resource disciplines.  Requires minimum of 7 – 10 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 use permitting 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.

Salary Information

• Salary Range - $106,581.76 - $135,891.74

Additional Calpine Information:

• Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
• Calpine is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply for a position, please send an e-mail with your request to hrrecruitment@calpine.com. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation are made on case-by-case basis.

Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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Calpine- Electrical Engineer III
Open Position June 12, 2025
Job Category: Power Operations
Requisition Number: ELECT007393

Job Details

Description

Calpine Corporation is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. Its fleet of 77 power plants in operation represents over 27,000 megawatts of generation capacity. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states and Canada. Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner.

The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity.

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

Performs a variety of engineering work in designing, planning and overseeing manufacture, construction, installation, operation and maintenance of electric or electronic components including, but not limited to, systems, transmissions and utilization of electrical energy for domestic, commercial and industrial consumption. Applies electrical theory and related knowledge to test and modify developmental or operational electrical machinery and electrical control equipment and circuitry in industrial or commercial plants.  Assembles electrical and electronic systems and prototypes according to engineering data and knowledge of electrical principles, using hand tools and measuring instruments.  Works closely with other engineering disciplines in the development and application of robotics to increase production quality, efficiency or volume.

Job Responsibilities

• Comprehensive knowledge.
• 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.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent, in Electrical Engineering.
• Knowledge of geothermal geology required.
• Seasoned professional; typically requires 5+ years experience.

Salary Information

• Salary Range - $115,556.00 - $147,335.00

Additional Calpine Information:

• Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
• Calpine is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply for a position, please send an e-mail with your request to hrrecruitment@calpine.com. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation are made on case-by-case basis.

Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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Calpine - Engineering Project Manager III 
Job Category: Power Operations
Requisition Number: ENGIN007569
Middletown, CA 95461, USA
Open Position June 12, 2025

Job Details

Description

Calpine Corporation is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. Its fleet of 77 power plants in operation represents over 27,000 megawatts of generation capacity. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states and Canada. Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner.

The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity.

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

Responsible for managing the engineering and construction activities necessary to plan, design, license, construct and start-up new power plants.  Manages projects from original concept through final implementation and is responsible for administrative/operational/technical leadership of the project(s) including managing of budget. Defines project scope and objectives. Assembles project teams, assigns individual responsibilities, develops project schedules and is responsible for determining and acquiring resources needed. Must be familiar with the entire scope and requirements of the project(s) and serves as liaison between team members and functional area management requesting project.  Ensures adherence to quality standards and reviews project deliverables. Recommends and takes action to direct the analysis and solutions of problems. Responsibilities may include contracts, supply chain, quality assurance, government relations, public relations, etc. May identify, evaluate and hire outside contractors as needed throughout all phases of development, and coordinate with internal technical functions.  May supervise and coordinate the engineering and construction, audit, and contract groups associated with assigned project.  Complexity and scope of project varies based on level of experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Comprehensive knowledge.
• Seasoned professional with advanced applied experience.
• Applies advanced skills contributing to knowledge areas within function, but not yet an expert in all.
• Oversees larger and more highly complex projects or high risk/high visibility projects.
• 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.

Specialized Job Information

Focus on reducing the effects of corrosion in the steam gathering system.  Work is split between field and office work.  Specific areas for this group include:

• Evaluate methods to reduce both short term and long term effects of corrosion in steam and condensate pipelines
• Improve existing processes, develop new processes, and modify equipment design to reduce corrosion
• Manage projects to enhance corrosion monitoring
• Evaluate budgetary necessity and prioritizes budgetary spending
• Develop annual budget to improve safety and reliability
• Monitor spending and communicate required scope changes to meet budget constraints
• Coordinate with steamfield engineers to modernize and standardize equipment
• Coordinate with internal and external technical experts to evaluate and implement advancements to steamfield technology
• Provide technical guidance in the development of guidelines, procedures, and contracts.
• Monitor processes for corrosion risk

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
• Seasoned professional; typically requires 8+ years experience managing medium sized projects of moderate risk.
• Advanced knowledge of a wide variety of project management tools, processes and methods; prefer project management certification.

Preferred Qualifications include

• Industrial/Field experience
• Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with corrosion experience
• Pipeline experience
• Familiarity with ASME Power Piping Code B31.1
• Familiarity with steam pipeline corrosion mitigation
• Familiarity with FMEA, Root Cause Analysis, HAZOP, and MOC

Salary Information

Salary Range - $115,556.00 - $147,335.00

Additional Calpine Information:

• Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
• Calpine is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply for a position, please send an e-mail with your request to hrrecruitment@calpine.com. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation are made on case-by-case basis.

Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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Marble The Climate Tech Venture Studio
Entrepreneurial Engineer
STATION F, 5 Parv. Alan Turing,
75013 Paris, France
Open Position June 12, 2025

Marble is a climate tech venture studio. Our north star is to erase billions of tons from annual greenhouse gas emissions and create a thriving future. We partner with scientists, engineers and operators to create new deep tech companies that solve hard climate problems — slash emissions, remove carbon from the atmosphere, and cool the planet — while reshaping multi-billion $ industries. We're proud to be backed by leading climate investors across Europe and the US.

Skills & Profile  
We are looking for an entrepreneurial engineer with relevant technical expertise and/or industry experience in the geothermal sector, or related fields (e.g. oil & gas, mining) with a creative take on the problem. Your mission: to further explore some of the opportunities listed above and create a high-impact climate company with Marble.
You may come from geothermal directly, or from an adjacent field where your technical background and experience can bring a fresh perspective to the challenges of scaling geothermal heating.

Examples of relevant backgrounds:

• Project engineering / management with industry experience in end-to-end development of natural resource or energy infrastructure projects (e.g. geothermal, oil & gas).
• Geothermal / petroleum / reservoir engineering with applied industry experience in well design, drilling techniques, or production systems. Exposure to novel geothermal startups or subsurface innovation is a plus.
• Geological / resource characterisation with expertise in subsurface modelling and exploratory drilling, thermal resource assessment, well siting and characterisation, or geological mapping.
• Mechanical / chemical / process engineering with experience in designing, modelling, or deploying thermal systems, heat pumps, HVAC components and in systems integration.
• Materials science / engineering specialised in material compatibility, heat transfer optimisation, thermal insulation, corrosion resistance, or piping systems. Relevant for well linings, closed-loop systems, and fluid transport.
• Modelling / control / software engineering with expertise in thermal modelling, simulation, system optimisation, digital twins, or control systems. Ideal for predictive maintenance
  tools, software-integrated heating networks, or dynamic thermal control platforms.
• Startup founder / operator / investor with previous experience building in deeptech or climate, ideally in geothermal, oil and gas, energy systems, or advanced materials.

We encourage you to apply even if you don’t feel you meet all requirements.
Above all, we value intelligence, creativity and Founder Potential.

Especially if you recognise yourself below:

• You can’t wait to start your own company (or your next one)
• You are a pragmatic optimist on a mission to tackle climate change
• You are outcome focused and action oriented – you make things happen
• You are a great communicator – you can convince others to follow you
• You love to break down ambitious goals into actionable milestones
• You understand that innovation starts with people – not ideas

What We Offer
As a Founder-in-Residence, you will join other stellar individuals who also believe in the need for deep tech solutions to solve hard climate problems.
Together, we would be scoping high potential approaches before converging on the most promising one and finding your future co-founders.

We offer (among other things):

• A €2,500 to €3,000 monthly allowance during the programme
• A €250,000 pre-seed investment on startup creation if you’re successful. You and your team will own 80% of the company at pre-seed.
• Full-stack support in our venture creation programme
  • Mentorship and guidance at every step of the way
  • Hands on support across technology and market research, landing interviews with experts and customers, techno economics, roadmap and scale up strategy, IP strategy, team building, advisor sourcing, and more
  • Access to an unparalleled network across science, industry, talent, investors, mentors, climate tech founders, curated vendors and suppliers
  • Access to our research insights, knowledge base and founder resources
  • Weekly check-ins, work sessions in our Paris HQ (or remote) and continuous peer learning with other programme participants

• Seed Fundraising support after the programme. Introductions to the best seed investors from our network and help with term sheet negotiation.
• Founder Visa sponsorship if you wish to relocate to France. Remote participation is possible, preferably from Europe and with regular in-person meetings.

How to Apply

We are looking for the best candidate – so you are welcome to apply as soon as possible.

Apply Here  or see the Programme Structure

We believe that a diverse group of minds is key to solving the climate crisis. We encourage women and people of colour to apply.
Studies have shown that under-represented candidates are less likely to apply for an opportunity unless they feel they meet every single qualification.
We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and mission-driven cohort. If you’re excited about the programme but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with what you read on our website, we encourage you to apply anyways!

For a full list of FAQs, please visit our website.

Gradient Geothermal  
Geothermal Operations Engineer
Open Position June 12, 2025
Location: Denver, Co (preferred) will consider remote

Description:

We seek a talented and dedicated Systems or Facilities Engineer with a strong focus on design and on-site operations to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in the design, implementation, and maintenance of geothermal energy systems and safe facilities. This position requires a blend of technical expertise, project management skills, and hands-on operational experience, with national and international travel of 20-30% to client sites and operational locations.

Responsibilities 

Design & Engineering:

• Develop detailed designs for geothermal energy systems, including well field layout, piping, and plant facilities.
• Utilize advanced software tools and simulation models to optimize system performance and efficiency.
• Prepare engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation, including assisting in creating company specifications.
• Develop and maintain documentation for standard operating procedures (SOPs) and ensure that teams are trained and compliant with established processes.

Project Management:

• Lead and manage projects from conception through commissioning, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including geologists, environmental scientists, and customer construction personnel.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential issues, and implement corrective actions as necessary.
• Manage and oversee the implementation of new technologies and tools to enhance process efficiency and overall organizational performance.

On-Site Operations:

• With safety top of mind, oversee on-site installation, commissioning, and testing of geothermal systems and facilities.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues that arise during construction and operational phases.

Maintenance & Optimization:

• Develop and implement maintenance schedules and procedures to ensure the long-term reliability and efficiency of geothermal systems.
• Conduct performance analysis and recommend improvements to enhance system performance and reduce operational costs.
• Provide training and support to on-site personnel.

Collaboration & Communication:

• Liaise with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies to ensure project alignment and compliance.
• Prepare and present technical reports, project updates, and feasibility studies to internal and external stakeholders.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the engineering team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems/Process Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in the design, construction, and operation of HVAC (or similar) facilities, piping, pumps and heat exchangers.
• Strong knowledge of geothermal energy technologies, including direct use applications and geothermal power plants.
• Proficiency in engineering design software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, MATLAB).
• Excellent project management skills with a proven track record of successfully managing complex projects.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and hands-on technical skills.

• High level of accuracy in following procedures and documenting operations.
• Vigilance in monitoring operations and identifying potential issues.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as needed (Travel is national and international 30-40%).
• Strong entrepreneurial drive and self-motivation to help grow the company in a dynamic environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to climb stairs and work in severe weather conditions.
  • Good physical condition and stamina.
  • Ability to work in challenging environments (e.g., remote locations, harsh weather).
  • The ability to lift at least 20 pounds in awkward positions and 50 pounds from the floor to the waist.

Other Requirements:

• Willingness to travel to remote locations.
• Valid driver’s license and passport.
• Flexibility to work irregular hours
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible work environment with a focus on work-life balance.

How to Apply:  Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, cover letter, and a portfolio of relevant work to: INFO@GradientGeothermal.com. Please include "Operations Engineer Application" in the subject line. Please consider applying if you do not meet all of the qualifications but are excited by the challenge and are passionate about our mission.

Equal Opportunity Employer:  Gradient Geothermal is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in our workforce. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. If accommodation is required during any stage of the recruitment process, please contact any member of the Management team.

Join us in shaping the future of renewable energy and making a lasting impact on our planet.

Calpine Corporation
Operator Technician I
Middletown, CA 95461, USA
Open Position June 12, 2025

Responsible for start, stop and monitoring of equipment including reading gauges and meters and recording activities in operating logs and records. Uses computers and monitoring equipment to measure, record and make adjustments within operating parameters.  Performs a variety of plant maintenance tasks including diagnosis, maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment in a safe, efficient and economical manner. Performs overhaul maintenance and system improvement tasks. Performs chemical analysis and chemical control on steam, cooling and condensate systems, and maintains chemistry logs. Incumbents assist in the development of standard operational procedures and provide input to plant betterment items to improve plant efficiency, reliability and safety. Ensures compliance with all local, State and Federal regulations and plant procedures. Regularly required to maintain plan security, operate heavy equipment such as manlifts and forklifts, and handle and transfer bulk chemicals.

Job Responsibilities

• Entry-level; practical operating knowledge to perform job.
• Performs standardized, ongoing duties and tasks.
• Routine decisions.
• With guidance, ensures timely and accurate performance of responsibilities for a single trade, group of closely related tasks or functional area.
• Work typically reviewed by others; work reflects developing competency and basic skills.
• Errors may cause simple rework or correction to single task.
• Duties and tasks are standardized.
• Resolves routine questions and problems, and refers more complex issues to higher levels.
• Works under direct supervision and/or defined parameters.
• Prioritizes basic tasks; priorities typically guided by standard practices or by others.
• Receives training but uses some specialized skills where technical experience can be applied to assigned tasks. Assists more experienced Operator Technicians.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma and attendance in trade school, military service or equivalent.
• Entry level; minimum 2 years directly related experience including understanding of health and safety regulations, and previous experience working with and around hazardous energy, chemicals and waste materials including knowledge of safe handling, storage, and transport.
• Requires previous experience using test equipment and calibration appliances. Additional experience with machinery repair and control systems preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and basic understanding of chemistry, physics, electricity and mathematics.
• Begins to achieve primary certifications/licensures. Valid state driver’s license. 

Salary Information

• Fixed Hourly Rate - $49.6392

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Additional Calpine Information:

• Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
• Calpine is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply for a position, please send an e-mail with your request to hrrecruitment@calpine.com. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation are made on case-by-case basis.

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Ph.D. Opportunity in Geothermal Engineering at SMU
Open Position June 12, 2025
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Southern Methodist University (Dallas, TX, USA)

Description
The Department of Mechanical Engineering at SMU invites applications for a fully funded Ph.D. position in the area of Geothermal Reservoir Characterization and Well Design. The successful candidate will join a dynamic research group focused on advancing clean and renewable energy technologies, with emphasis on closed-loop and Enhanced Geothermal Systems (EGS). This research will involve the use of advanced subsurface modeling tools to simulate geothermal reservoirs, optimize well placement, and assess production strategies. The candidate will integrate reservoir modeling, well design, and thermal recovery analysis, contributing to national and international geothermal research efforts.
 

Qualifications

• M.S. or equivalent in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Geosciences, or a related field
• Proficiency in subsurface software (e.g., Petrel, CMG, COMSOL, etc.) 
• Experience in reservoir simulation, wellbore modeling, and production optimization
• Numerical methods experience (FEM/FVM) is highly desirable
• Programming or scripting skills (Python, MATLAB, etc.) is a plus
• Evidence of research potential through prior publications or thesis work

How to Apply
Interested candidates should send the following to Prof. Saeed Salehi 

• Cover letter explaining background, research interests, and motivation
• CV including academic background and research experience
• A sample publication or writing sample (e.g., thesis, journal paper)

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Early applications are encouraged.

About SMU
Southern Methodist University, located in Dallas, TX, is a leading private research university with strong programs in energy systems, geothermal engineering, and sustainability. SMU offers a collaborative and inclusive research environment with access to state-of-the-art facilities.

Postdoctoral Research Associate - Geothermal Energy Techno-Economic Analysis for Roadmap Extension
Open Position June 12, 2025
Location: Knoxville, TN, US, 37932
Company: Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Requisition Id 14269 

Overview: 

Oak Ridge National Laboratory is the largest US Department of Energy science and energy laboratory, conducting basic and applied research to deliver transformative solutions to compelling problems in energy and security.

We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate who will support the Manufacturing Energy Efficiency Research & Analysis (MEERA) Group in the Manufacturing Science Division (MSD), Energy Science and Technology Directorate (ESTD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) to work in the areas of life cycle energy impacts analysis, technoeconomic analysis, and industrial energy efficiency analysis research under the Strategic Analysis and Industrial Energy Efficiency Programs.

The MEERA Group conducts techno-economic, value chain, trade, patent, and global analyses relevant to advanced energy and manufacturing technologies. MEERA is currently supporting a multi-laboratory DOE Geothermal Technologies Office (GTO) project to develop an independent, objective, and publicly available geothermal well life cycle assessment analysis. This project will conduct research into alternative geothermal well designs that can improve the life cycle value of geothermal wells, reduce costs, improve productivity, and mitigate risks. The project builds upon previous MEERA work focusing on casing and cementing activities that identified the cost of casing, cement and cement additives, and annulus area as key variables in reducing total drilling cost. This project expands the analysis to other aspects of geothermal well development including well completion, production, and abandonment phases.

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

• Conduct techno-economic, value chain, and global manufacturing competitiveness analysis in the area of geothermal well development.
• Analyze supply chain, material flows, and development costs throughout the lifecycle of a geothermal well to identify opportunities to reduce materials, time, and environmental impact of geothermal wells.
• Help support other MEERA Group industrial technical deployment (Better Plants) and Energy System Software Tools development projects.
• Help support the development of new resources, trainings, and tools to support companies participating in the DOE’s Better Plants program.
• Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Basic Qualifications:

• A PhD in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, environmental engineering, chemical engineering, geothermal engineering or a related field completed within the last 5 years.
• Quantitative and analytical research background which can be applied to conduct research analysis on geothermal well development and other advanced energy technologies that could achieve transformative gains in energy efficiency.
• Ability to develop optimization and life cycle models analyzing advanced energy technologies.
• Strong analytical capabilities with experience in life cycle energy and cost assessments for technology assessments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• An educational background in sustainable manufacturing technologies with an emphasis on life cycle research.

• Experience in manufacturing process or energy systems modeling.
• Proficiency in the use of industry standard modeling and simulation tools, such as spreadsheet-based process cost modeling, input/output modeling, or commercially available life cycle analysis tools such as SimaPro and openLCA.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and participate creatively in collaborative teams.
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs

Please contact Sachin Nimbalkar at nimbalkarsu@ornl.gov or (865) 576-3590 for further details.

Please submit three letters of reference when applying to this position. You can upload these directly to your application or have them sent to postdocrecruitment@ornl.gov with the position title and number referenced in the subject line.

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Applicants cannot have received their Ph.D. more than five years prior to the date of application and must complete all degree requirements before starting their appointment. The appointment length will be for up to 24 months with the potential for extension. Initial appointments and extensions are subject to performance and the availability of funding.

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Project Engineer (Geothermal)
Berkshire Hathaway Energy
CA, United States
Open Position June 12, 2025

 

Job Description

Responsible for providing technical support for daily operations, plant improvements, process improvements, equipment and process design, equipment acquisition, equipment and process start-ups, plant and process troubleshooting with analysis and recommending corrective actions. Directs, coordinates and exercises functional authority for planning, organization, control, integration and completion of engineering projects of moderate size and complexity (approximately up to $10,000,000).

Responsibilities

• Respond to operations, maintenance and project needs. 
• Provide lead role for plant and equipment performance evaluation; optimize resource use and maximize reliable power generation and revenue from the region.  
• Identify and incorporate new ideas and technologies for project development. Recommend economically viable projects. 
• Manage assigned capital projects by performing the following: understanding the technology involved, developing scope of work, performing a management of change  request, working with purchasing on developing a request for proposal , performing a project estimate, which leads to writing an authorization for expenditures  to acquire project funds; purchasing required equipment, developing all pertinent P&IDs, PFDs and line drawings etc. 
• Initiate, implement and complete project work as assigned or otherwise. 
• Manage all costs incurred in the project, keeping scope changes and overruns under control.  Provide services to operations and maintenance as required. 
• Maintain close contact with these groups to evaluate plant equipment performance, recommend design/specification improvements, trend project performance, keep up to date with the technology incorporated in the field.  
• Reviews process and equipment design for compliance with engineering principles, company standards and contract requirements and specifications.  
• Schedule details of equipment installations with operations and maintenance. 
• Provide training and supply all pertinent original equipment manufacturer  documents, spare parts list and operating instructions.  
• Perform additional responsibilities 

Qualifications

• Must have bachelors or advanced degree in mechanical, electrical, structural, civil or chemical engineering. 
• Minimum five years of experience in an industrial environment such as a power plant wastewater treatment refinery or chemical plant. 
• Project management experience helpful. 
• Exposure to business/financial and contractual matters would be ideal. 
• Experience with the following would be a plus: cross-country pipeline installations, pressure vessels, high pressure steam systems, various air pollution abatement systems, turbines, plant design and/or construction, etc. 
• Effective analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills. 
• Ability to read and interpret written documents such as accounting reports, safety rules, policy manuals and professional periodicals/journals. 
• Ability to write routine reports, business correspondence and manuals. 
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, the general public and employees at all levels. 
• Must be able to make clear and precise decisions in critical situations (accident sites); make clear and precise decisions if environmental problems should occur and be able to evaluate safety/environmental concerns and develop a procedure that complies with BHE Renewables procedures.
•  Must have the ability to use technical skills to focus ideas onto substantial projects. 
• Must show a willingness to learn, as well as to clearly communicate complex ideas and concepts to those with less technical background. Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently. 
• Puts knowledge, understanding and skills to practical use on the job; demonstrates an understanding of key policies, skills and procedures in functional and related areas of work. 
• Ensures all compliance aspects of position are known and followed; understands and complies with all policies, codes and regulations applicable to position and company. 
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee must have the ability to lift and carry loads up to 20 pounds. It also requires one to be able to climb ladders and steps as high as 60 feet. One must be able to withstand temperatures varying from 40ºF to 120ºF for long periods of time. Often required to enter a confined area and climb to heights and get into the difficult access areas of vessels. 
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may work near moving machinery and may be exposed to fumes and airborne particles. 
• Occasionally, the employee is exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals, as well as loud areas and exposed hot piping. The company will provide the required personal protective equipment. During the course of performing assigned duties, the employee may be required to work with or be exposed to hazardous substances and occupational hazards. The company will provide the employee with initial training on all known hazardous substances and occupational hazards prior to allowing the employee to perform a particular duty unsupervised. Annual refresher training will also be provided on all known hazards and new hazards as they are identified.
• Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation. 
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.

About Us

BHE Renewables owns interests in several independent power projects in the U.S. BHE Renewables owns solar, wind, geothermal, hydro and natural gas projects that largely sell their output to regulated utilities. The company’s portfolio includes projects and assets in Arizona, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Nebraska, New York and Texas. BHE Renewables is building a first-of-its-kind solar-powered microgrid that will be the start of an aerospace manufacturing hub in West Virginia.

About the Team

BHE Renewables is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

Job Info

• Job Identification10002852
• Job Category Engineering
• Posting Date 06/11/2025, 12:33 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 7030 Gentry Road, Calipatria, CA, 92233, US
• Salary Range $103,800.00 - $146,400.00
• Business BHE Renewables, LLC

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Sr Project Engineer - Mechanical (Geothermal)
Berkshire Hathaway Energy
CA, United States
Open Position June 12, 2025

 

Job Description

The senior mechanical engineer renewable energy completes technical work in the planning, designing and construction of additions, changes or maintenance to renewable energy equipment. Responsible for providing technical support for daily operations and maintenance, plant and process improvements, equipment and process start-ups, plant and process troubleshooting with analysis and recommending corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Respond to operations, maintenance and project needs. 
• Provide lead role for plant and equipment performance evaluation; optimize resource use and maximize reliable power generation and revenue from the region. 
• Assist in developing testing processes and perform testing and validation of designs. Perform engineering calculations and modeling to support design work. Review technical drawings, plans and specifications using computer software. Perform detailed documentation to track project development and design process. 
• Provide engineering services to operations and maintenance as required. Maintain close contact with these groups to evaluate plant equipment performance, recommend design/specification improvements, trend project performance, keep up to date with the technology incorporated in the field. 
• Reviews process and equipment design for compliance with engineering principles, company standards and contract requirements and specifications. 
• Schedule details of equipment installations with operations and maintenance. Provide training and supply all pertinent original equipment manufacturer (OEM) documents, spare parts list and operating instructions. 
•  Perform additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.

Qualifications

• Must have bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering. Professional Engineer license is required. 
• Minimum ten years of experience and knowledge of power plant engineering, or refinery or chemical plant. 
• Exposure to business/financial and contractual matters would be ideal. 
• Experience with the following would be a plus: cross-country pipeline installations, pressure vessels, high pressure steam systems, various air pollution abatement systems, turbines, plant design and/or construction, etc 
• Experience with piping design utilizing duplex 2205 and super duplex 2507 and associated welding requirements, and capable of conducting pipe stress analysis. 
• Effective analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills. Ability to read and interpret written documents such as accounting reports, safety rules, policy manuals and professional periodicals/journals. 
• Ability to write routine reports, business correspondence and manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, the general public and employees at all levels. 
• Must be able to make clear and precise decisions in critical situations (accident sites); make clear and precise decisions if environmental problems should occur and be able to evaluate safety/environmental concerns and develop a procedure that complies with BHE Renewables procedures. 
• Must have the ability to use technical skills to focus ideas onto substantial projects. Must show a willingness to learn, as well as to clearly communicate complex ideas and concepts to those with less technical background. Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently. 
• Expertise in Microsoft Excel and Word. 
• Must possess a valid driver’s license. 
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may work near moving machinery and may be exposed to fumes and airborne particles. Occasionally, the employee is exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals, as well as loud areas and exposed hot piping. The company will provide the required personal protective equipment. During the course of performing assigned duties, the employee may be required to work with or be exposed to hazardous substances and occupational hazards. The company will provide the employee with initial training on all known hazardous substances and occupational hazards prior to allowing the employee to perform a particular duty unsupervised. Annual refresher training will also be provided on all known hazards and new hazards as they are identified. Effective verbal and written communication skills. The ability to work effectively with people of different backgrounds.

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.

About Us

BHE Renewables owns interests in several independent power projects in the U.S. BHE Renewables owns solar, wind, geothermal, hydro and natural gas projects that largely sell their output to regulated utilities. The company’s portfolio includes projects and assets in Arizona, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Nebraska, New York and Texas. BHE Renewables is building a first-of-its-kind solar-powered microgrid that will be the start of an aerospace manufacturing hub in West Virginia.

About the Team

At BHE Renewables, we celebrate diversity, equity and inclusion. BHE Renewables is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.

Job Info

• Job Identification10002850
• Job Category Engineering
• Posting Date 06/11/2025, 06:15 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 7030 Gentry Road, Calipatria, CA, 92233, US
• Salary Range $119,400.00 - $168,500.00
• Business BHE Renewables, LLC

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Sr Project Engineer (Geothermal)
Berkshire Hathaway Energy
CA, United States
Open Position June 12, 2025

 

Job Description

The senior project engineer renewable energy completes technical work in the planning, designing and construction of additions, changes or maintenance to renewable energy equipment. Responsible for providing technical support for daily operations and maintenance, plant and process improvements, equipment and process start-ups, plant and process troubleshooting with analysis and recommending corrective actions. 

Responsibilities

• Respond to operations, maintenance and project needs. 
• Provide lead role for plant and equipment performance evaluation; optimize resource use and maximize reliable power generation and revenue from the region.
• Assist in developing testing processes and perform testing and validation of designs. 
• Perform engineering calculations and modeling to support design work. 
• Review technical drawings, plans and specifications using computer software. 
• Perform detailed documentation to track project development and design process.)
• Provide engineering services to operations and maintenance as required. 
• Maintain close contact with these groups to evaluate plant equipment performance, recommend design/specification improvements, trend project performance, keep up to date with the technology incorporated in the field. 
• Reviews process and equipment design for compliance with engineering principles, company standards and contract requirements and specifications.
• Schedule details of equipment installations with operations and maintenance. 
• Provide training and supply all pertinent original equipment manufacturer documents, spare parts list and operating instructions. 
• Perform additional responsibilities as requested or assigned. 

Qualifications

• Must have bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, structural engineering, electrical engineering, or civil engineering. 
• Professional Engineer license is preferred. 
• Minimum ten years of experience and knowledge of power plant, wastewater treatment, refinery or chemical plant. 
• Exposure to business/financial and contractual matters would be ideal. 
• Experience with the following would be a plus: cross-country pipeline installations, pressure vessels, high pressure steam systems, various air pollution abatement systems, turbines, plant design and/or construction, etc. 
• Effective analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills. 
• Ability to read and interpret written documents such as accounting reports, safety rules, policy manuals and professional periodicals/journals. 
• Ability to write routine reports, business correspondence and manuals. 
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, the general public and employees at all levels. 
• Must be able to make clear and precise decisions in critical situations (accident sites); make clear and precise decisions if environmental problems should occur and be able to evaluate safety/environmental concerns and develop a procedure that complies with BHE Renewables procedures.
•  Must have the ability to use technical skills to focus ideas onto substantial projects. 
• Must show a willingness to learn, as well as to clearly communicate complex ideas and concepts to those with less technical background. 
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently. 
• Expertise in Microsoft Excel and Word. Must possess a valid driver’s license. 
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may work near moving machinery and may be exposed to fumes and airborne particles. Occasionally, the employee is exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals, as well as loud areas and exposed hot piping. The company will provide the required personal protective equipment. During the course of performing assigned duties, the employee may be required to work with or be exposed to hazardous substances and occupational hazards. The company will provide the employee with initial training on all known hazardous substances and occupational hazards prior to allowing the employee to perform a particular duty unsupervised. Annual refresher training will also be provided on all known hazards and new hazards as they are identified. 
• Effective verbal and written communication skills. The ability to work effectively with people of different backgrounds.

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.

About Us

BHE Renewables owns interests in several independent power projects in the U.S. BHE Renewables owns solar, wind, geothermal, hydro and natural gas projects that largely sell their output to regulated utilities. The company’s portfolio includes projects and assets in Arizona, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Nebraska, New York and Texas. BHE Renewables is building a first-of-its-kind solar-powered microgrid that will be the start of an aerospace manufacturing hub in West Virginia.

About the Team

BHE Renewables is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

Job Info

• Job Identification10002849
• Job Category Engineering
• Posting Date 06/11/2025, 06:15 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 7030 Gentry Road, Calipatria, CA, 92233, US
• Salary Range $119,400.00 - $168,500.00
• Business BHE Renewables, LLC

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Darcy Solutions
Staff/Senior Geologists
Open Position June 12, 2025

Darcy Solutions is seeking highly motivated and entrepreneurial Staff/Senior Geologists to join our growing company and help shape our future. These hands-on roles offer the opportunity to develop exciting new technology and simultaneously apply it across our expanding customer installations. Candidates must share our passion for making a meaningful contribution in reducing our collective carbon emissions footprint and have an affinity for collaborative problem solving within our team, and with our industry partners and our customers. The roles will provide a mix of field geology, well design and construction, technology development, and interactions with customers and subcontractors.

With funding from the NSF, DOE, USDA, State of Minnesota, and climate investors, Darcy is pioneering a new groundwater-based, geothermal approach to sustainable heating and cooling for commercial and multi-family residential buildings. We’re working closely with our industry partners to pioneer new and exciting, integrated ground loop-HVAC designs to help our customers meet increasingly aggressive carbon emissions goals and energy efficiency requirements while lowering costs. Our approach incorporates elements of water well and geothermal technology, resulting in a novel way to put groundwater to work.

The Staff/Senior Geologist positions offer candidates the chance to be part of an innovative company impacting greenhouse gas emissions in a collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.

Responsibilities
• Prepare work plans and develop project-specific requirements for well design, sample collection, lithologic logging and geologic cross-section preparation, and well installation, development, testing, and commissioning
• Conduct desktop geologic analyses of potential project sites to inform system design
• Design and create well construction schematics to guide drilling and completion processes
• Lead the construction oversight of Darcy wells
• Develop project specifications for well materials, components, and installation methods
• Test equipment designs and procedures to inform future revisions
• Assist in developing project pricing and work with industry partners to manage costs and profitability
• Manage fieldwork in all weather conditions
• Travel to job sites and industry gatherings
• Contribute to (and/or lead) R&D activities to improve and expand upon Darcy’s technology

Requirements

Staff Geologist:
• Bachelors or Masters in Geology, related engineering discipline, other related field, or relevant experience conducive to executing role responsibilities
• Minimum of 3 years of practical experience in geology, well design, installation, or related field preferred. Educational experience may substitute for professional experience.
• Creative problem-solving skills, and superb time-management and organizational skills
• Ability to understand and interpret geologic data presented as discussion, maps, lithographic logs, well construction records, or other formats
• Experience logging drill cuttings and ability to design a sampling protocol
• Knowledge of drilling and well construction methods and practices
• Understanding of geologic setting considerations on the design of a drilling program
• Ability to design a water well. Knowledge of material options, screen/filter-pack design criteria, pitless unit and surface completion considerations, and installation limitations
• Project Management
• Commitment to safety
• Ability to write and speak clearly
• Valid driver's license and a good driving record

Additional Requirements for Senior Geologist:
• Bachelors, Masters, or PhD in Geology, related engineering discipline, other related field, or relevant experience conducive to executing role responsibilities
• Minimum of 8 to 15 years of practical experience designing and installing high-capacity wells
• Team leadership experience
• Field oversight experience in a construction environment

Additional Skills
• Knowledge of well code requirements in at least one jurisdiction and ability to learn requirements in others
• Experience designing or installing well pumps, VFDs, and controls
• Experience programmatically working with modeling data for input/output generation and data analytics/visualization, such as Python, Matlab, COMSOL or MODFLOW.
• Registered as a Professional Geologist (or Professional Engineer) in a state or states where Darcy operates (or can become registered within 6 months of hire) preferred but not required

Diversity and Inclusion Statement
At Darcy Solutions, we believe diversity is key to driving innovation and fostering a dynamic workplace culture. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We actively seek to recruit, develop, and retain a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Who We Are
Darcy Solutions is an engineering design and cleantech startup. Our foundational technology was initially conceived by our co-founder and developed while he was a research scientist at the University of Minnesota following the completion of his PhD there. Since spinning out from the University in 2018, we have focused on refining our technology for commercial application and rapidly driving the growth of our company. We installed our first pilot system in 2019, and following the launch of our first commercial system in 2020, we are enjoying strong interest in our geothermal-HVAC system solutions. To support our growing customer project pipeline and the build-out of the business, we are looking forward to welcoming additional talent into our team. The potential for further technology development is tremendous, and it will further enhance our opportunity and mission to significantly reduce carbon emissions from heating and cooling.

Employment Type
The Staff/Senior Geologist positions are full-time opportunities. We offer a competitive benefits package with full-time employment.

Location
This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, blending in-office collaboration at our New Brighton, MN, office with the flexibility of remote work. It also includes field assignments at various project sites.

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter to kathy.jennings@darcysolutions.com explaining your interest in Darcy Solutions and how your skills and experience align with the position.

Thank you for your interest in joining our team!