Technical Project Director

Plagazi AB; Gävle kommun; Hybrid; SEK 900,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work-from-home options

Job summary

Plagazi AB seeks a Technical Project Director to lead FEED activities for a first-of-its-kind hydrogen project in Sweden. You will coordinate engineering across disciplines, oversee EPC contractors, and steer interfaces with stakeholders to meet milestones.

The role requires a master’s in engineering and 10+ years in large-scale infra projects, with fluency in Swedish/English. Based in Gothenburg HQ with hybrid work options, contributing to the decarbonization agenda.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Process or Energy Engineering.
• 10+ years of professional experience in engineering/project management roles, ideally in FEED/EPC phases of large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong track record of managing technical scopes in energy, hydrogen, e-fuels, gasification, or electrolyzer-based projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the FEED phase, acting as Plagazi’s technical authority across engineering disciplines.
• Manage and supervise EPC and sub-supplier deliverables, ensuring technical alignment, quality assurance, and timely execution.
• Facilitate technical input into key project contracts (EPC, offtake, supply, O&M), including guarantee and warranty negotiations.
• Maintain an overview of the engineering schedule and interface requirements, aligning activities across stakeholders.
• Participate in project reviews, HAZOP/HAZID workshops, and design freeze decisions.
• Ensure safety, constructability and operability requirements are met while minimizing technical risk.
• Contribute to technical due diligence, permitting, and EU Innovation Fund reporting.
• Collaborate with development, operations and sustainability teams for long-term project success.

Skills

Project management

Engineering leadership

FEED/EPC experience

Energy transition knowledge

Education

Master’s degree in Chemical/Mechanical/Process or Energy Engineering

Job description

Plagazi is a waste-to-x project developer and technology provider with the mission to decarbonize industry and the energy system. Plagazi was founded in 2008 and completed its first major funding round in 2022 raising more than 50 MSEK. Plagazi owns the Patented Plagazi Process® that deploys plasma gasification technology to convert non-recyclable waste into hydrogen whilst capturing carbon dioxide (CO2). In October 2024, Plagazi was selected to receive a grant by the EU innovation fund to support Plagazi’s flagship project in Sweden.

By 2027, it is our ambition to deploy our first commercial project in Gävle, Sweden to decarbonise local industry and leverage carbon capture, utilisation & storage (CCUS) to avoid greenhouse gas emissions.

We are looking for a motivated, purpose-driven individual to join our growing & diverse organisation. Our people are encouraged to learn in a flexible environment that values everyone for their contributions. We are building a company that revolutionises waste management and sustainable fuels (inc. hydrogen) production practices – one project at a time.

Role Overview

As a Technical Project Director at Plagazi, you will serve as the central leader for all technical workstreams during the Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) phase of our commercial-scale hydrogen project in Gävle. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will oversee the engineering efforts of our EPC contractor and various sub-suppliers, ensuring quality, timeliness, and alignment with project and funding milestones.

You will coordinate engineering deliverables, supervise FEED workflows, and act as the technical lead in contract, guarantee, and interface discussions with key project stakeholders. The ideal candidate has deep experience with large-scale infrastructure projects, particularly in the energy transition space, and thrives in fast-paced, high-impact environments.

This role offers a rare opportunity to lead a first-of-a-kind waste-to-hydrogen project and contribute directly to Europe’s decarbonization agenda.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the FEED phase, acting as Plagazi’s technical authority across engineering disciplines
• Manage and supervise EPC and sub-supplier deliverables, ensuring technical alignment, quality assurance, and timely execution
• Facilitate technical input into key project contracts (e.g. EPC, offtake, supply, O&M), including guarantee and warranty negotiations
• Maintain a clear overview of the engineering schedule and interface requirements, aligning activities across internal and external stakeholders
• Participate in project reviews, HAZOP/HAZID workshops, and design freeze decisions
• Ensure the project meets requirements for safety, constructability, and operability, while minimizing technical risk
• Contribute to technical aspects of due diligence, permitting, and EU Innovation Fund reporting
• Work closely with Plagazi’s project development, operations, and sustainability teams to ensure the long-term success of the Gävle project

Requirements

• Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Chemical, Mechanical, Process or Energy Engineering
• 10+ years of professional experience in engineering/project management roles, ideally in FEED/EPC phases of large-scale infrastructure projects
• Strong track record of managing technical scopes in energy, hydrogen, e-fuels, gasification, or electrolyzer-based projects
• Proven ability to oversee complex engineering projects across the full project lifecycle, including engineering design, project execution, quality assurance, and commissioning.
• Familiarity with EPC contracting, guarantee structures, and performance testing
• Excellent project coordination, communication, and leadership skills
• Ability to work independently as well as in teams
• Well organized and great attention to detail
• Fluency in Swedish and English. German is considered a strong asset

What We Offer You

If you are passionate about leaving a lasting impact on our society by advancing industrial decarbonization, Plagazi offers a unique opportunity to become part of a purpose-driven & ambitious team, where you can have real impact.

You will get the opportunity to shape your own career development by working with a cross-functional team within the dynamic climate tech environment. You will be based in our HQ, located in downtown Gothenburg with flexible work-from-home options.

Plagazi is an equal-opportunity employer, where everybody can thrive and feel like they are working on something meaningful for people and the planet.