Technical Consultant/Project Manager - Power & New Energy

Worley Group, Inc; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a knowledgeable Power Engineer with a Mechanical Engineering background to lead projects in sustainable energy solutions. This role involves managing client relationships, driving project revenue, and utilizing advanced problem-solving skills to tackle complex challenges. You will have the opportunity to interface with higher-level clients and influence organizational direction while working in a collaborative environment. If you are a team player with a passion for energy solutions and a knack for analytical thinking, this position offers a compelling opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Experienced Power engineer with a Mechanical Engineering background.
• Knowledge of diverse Power technologies and project scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Own smaller projects, managing client engagement and expectations.
• Communicate complex proposals to senior management effectively.

Skills

Power Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Analytical Skills

Project Budget Management

Communication Skills

Client Proposal Drafting

HSE Awareness

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Master's in Power Engineering

Tools

Primavera

Job description

Company:Worley Consulting

Primary Location:USA-PA-Reading

Other Locations:USA-IA-Cedar Rapids, USA-TX-Kingsville, USA-CA-San Francisco, ... (list continues) ... USA-Houston

Job:Power & New Energy Consultants

Schedule:Full-time

Employment Type:Employee

Job Level:Experienced

Job Posting:Apr 15, 2025

Unposting Date:May 16, 2025

Reporting Manager Title:Senior Portfolio Manager

Building on our past. Ready for the future

Worley is a global professional services company specializing in energy, chemicals, and resources. We partner with customers to deliver projects and create value over the assets' lifecycle. We are transitioning towards sustainable energy sources while supporting current energy, chemicals, and resource needs.

Purpose:

Project/Operational Managers or Workstream/Project Leaders utilize in-depth knowledge, advanced problem-solving skills, and awareness of internal and client priorities to implement project scope and objectives. They independently develop conclusions from analyses and apply results to specific client contexts, often defining new approaches to complex challenges. They work with more independence, consult with managers on complex assignments, lead larger workstreams, and focus on developing internal team members and managing client relationships.

Responsibilities:

• Own smaller assignments/projects, including team and client engagement, setting expectations, and driving accountability. Capable of developing case studies and leading multi-office projects.
• Begin interfacing with higher-level clients, managing relationships, and supporting account management to build future business opportunities.
• Responsible for a portion of project revenue, understanding how successful delivery impacts revenue.
• Interface with other workstreams and management, proactively prioritizing complex, multi-project situations.
• Break down and structure complex problems independently.
• Work with greater independence, updating managers on progress, and handling complex or unusual assignments.
• Begin influencing organizational direction through conflict resolution and negotiation. Assist in team development, including training, appraisal, and troubleshooting.
• Communicate and present complex proposals and reports to senior management, persuading and influencing others effectively. Use participative management and structure presentations with guidance.

Qualifications:

What you will bring:

• Experienced Power engineer, preferably with Mechanical Engineering background.
• Knowledge of diverse Power technologies.
• Experience in Owner's Engineering Services, capable of managing clients.
• Construction or commissioning experience is a plus.
• Understanding of project scheduling, Primavera outputs.
• Flexible with analytical skills.
• Knowledge of techno-economic modeling is advantageous.
• Team player with remote team management skills.
• HSE awareness and implementation experience.
• Proven project budget management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to draft client proposals.
• Knowledge of project contracting and contractual aspects.