Carbon Capture Technology Manager
The Woodlands, TX, US, 77381
ABOUT THE ROLE
Holcim is the world leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions. CO2 capture use and storage has been identified as an important element in delivering on the company’s commitment to Net Zero. We are actively developing several Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage (CCUS) projects and pilots in the US & Canada. As we continue to look for more sustainable ways to build, we need world-class talent to join our team. People who are passionate about sustainability, driven by curiosity and keen to grow, learn, develop and thrive in our high-performance culture.We are currently searching for a Carbon Capture Technology Manager that has had exposure to various carbon capture technologies that are applicable to the cement industry. The role is designed to support the business with expertise in carbon capture technologies and carbon management processes and expand our internal capabilities as we develop various exciting projects in the USA and Canada.Reporting to the Director, CCUS Projects (North America) you will be involved in all phases of various CCUS projects in the region (feasibility, conceptual, pilots, technology selection, basic engineering, FEED, EPC, etc.), you will have an opportunity to drive business decisions and make a real world impact through project development delivering deep decarbonization in a hard to abate industry. You will form part of a dynamic collaborative team of professionals focused on CCUS and cement decarbonization.
*** Position Location: Remote Position maybe located anywhere in the US and Canada ***
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
- Serve as a subject matter expert in process engineering for carbon capture projects and lead the capture technology aspects of feasibility, concept selection, FEED studies. Support EPC phases of projects that move to execution.
- Use process engineering skills to evaluate and challenge process design, heat and material balances,balance of plant design, etc.
- Verify and challenge design & process aspects of carbon capture technologies, namely aminabsorption, adsorption, cryogenic separation, pressure swing adsorption systems, membrane-based separation technologies, etc.
- Conduct technology selection for carbon capture projects by identifying and evaluating potential technology providers and their offerings.
- Develop innovative concepts for pilot plants using advanced next-generation technologies.
- Integrate CO2 capture technologies in cement plants (optimizing tie-ins, heat integration, CO2 concentration increases, etc.)
- Evaluate the design of pre-treatment systems to ensure flue gas meets required specifications before entering the carbon capture plant. Support technical aspects of balance of plant systems, including flue gas treatment, cooling water system, water and effluent treatment system, CO2 compression and transportation.
- Supporting technical concept selection during the project development phase for cement plants of the Group considering the specific boundary conditions.
- Conduct and participate in HS&E assessments such as HAZID/HAZOP.
- Represent Holcim and the CCUS team in different project meetings and/or conferences, share knowledge and best practices
- Coordination of various technology stakeholders at global level in the field of CCUS
- This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute significantly to Holcim’s sustainability and environmental goals by leading the critical aspects of carbon capture technology in our CCUS strategy.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Education: Bachelor's/Master's degree or years of equivalent experience.
Field of Study Preferred: Chemical Engineering
Required Work Experience: 10 years experience on industrial gasses, natural gas processing and/or CO2 capture projects:
Travel Requirements: Able to travel as needed for feasibility studies and supporting project managers. Travel required ~25% of the time. Mainly in the USA and Canada
Additional Requirements:
● Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.
● Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Holcim approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Subject to applicable law, employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests
WHAT WE OFFER
● Competitive salary
● Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
● Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance coverage
● Holistic Health & Well-being programs
● Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
● Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
● Paid time off & paid holidays
● Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
● Educational Assistance Program
● Dress for your day policy
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