Engineering & Design Lead

We are looking for an experienced Engineering & Design Lead to join a major Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) project within the cement industry.

In this role, you will lead and coordinate all engineering and design activities related to the carbon capture installation, ensuring alignment across disciplines and successful delivery during the Pre-FEED and FEED phases, supporting project readiness for the Final Investment Decision (FID).

You will act as the central technical coordination point between engineering teams, design offices (Owner’s Engineer, EPC/EPCM), project managers and plant stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain the engineering master plan, standards and design philosophy for the project
• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering activities (process, mechanical, civil, electrical, instrumentation, HSE, utilities)
• Ensure technical integration of all CCS systems and plant modifications
• Oversee FEED engineering development, including design basis, technical studies and specifications
• Manage collaboration with engineering contractors and design offices (EPC/EPCM)
• Identify and mitigate engineering and design risks
• Ensure engineering deliverables reach the required maturity level for FID
• Support technical evaluation of design solutions and cost implications
• Manage design changes and ensure compliance with standards and regulations

Profile We’re Looking For

• Education: Degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Energy or Industrial Engineering
• Must-have:
  • 15+ years of experience in engineering design or technical management
  • Strong experience in large industrial CAPEX projects
  • Proven ability to coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams
  • Experience working with EPC/EPCM contractors or design offices
  • Solid understanding of project lifecycle (Pre-FEED, FEED, EPC)
• Nice to have:
  • Experience in carbon capture, decarbonization or energy transition projects
  • Background in cement, energy, oil & gas, or chemical industry
  • Knowledge of industrial gas treatment systems and utilities integration
• Key Skills: 
  • Strong technical leadership and coordination skills
  • Ability to manage complex engineering interfaces
  • Strategic thinking and problem-solving
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work on strategic Carbon Capture project.
• Exposure to large-scale industrial projects with high impact.
• A collaborative and innovative working environment aligned with Holcim values: innovation, sustainability, collaboration and performance.
• Professional development opportunities within a global organization.