Pilot Operations Engineer
General Summary
GTI Energy, a leading research and development organization serving energy markets, is seeking an Engineer to support pilot and demonstration scale plants utilizing aerospace technologies. As part of our Energy Supply and Conversion, Pilot Operations team you will support the application and development of advanced conversion technologies, including identification of opportunities, through design, construction and operation of pilot and demonstration scale plants. The immediate need for this position is to support design, construction, and operation of pilot scale experiments in the Des Plaines office.
Why GTI Energy?
GTI Energy offers generous benefits, competitive salaries, career advancement, and the opportunity to work in a professional R&D environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
We are proud of what we do because our work matters. GTI Energy is working toward solving global energy challenges in transitioning to a low-carbon economy. We have a proven track record in producing innovative ideas and commercializing solutions to deliver clean and reliable energy. At GTI Energy, we deliver innovative technology solutions for safe, efficient, and responsible energy.
So, what does that mean for you? You will work in a positive and respectful work culture that fosters growth, collaboration, and opportunity. You will be supported by competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits, while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement of delivering clean energy to the world.
Work Location
The position will be based in the Chicagoland area at the GTI Energy Headquarters. We offer a hybrid/core work week, where employees are remote Mondays and Fridays, and required to be on-site Tuesday through Thursday.
Travel Requirements
The position will require travel including but not limited to Alabama, Wyoming, Canada, and China.
Primary Responsibilities
• Works as a project engineer under close supervision.
• Assignments typically are routine and designed to develop professional work, knowledge, and abilities
• Strong communication skills and knowledge of safety rules and regulations
• Close interaction and working relationship with Technician staff
• Perform other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics
• Familiarity with gasification, methane reforming, electrical power generation, membrane separations processes
• Ability to create Process Flow Diagrams (PFD) and Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID)
• Familiarity with ASME standards for boiler, pressure vessel and piping design
• Familiarity with chemical process analysis tools (preferably ASPEN PLUS)
• Ability to generate Equipment Specifications and Instrument Data Sheets.
• Ability to develop control system truth tables/logic diagrams
• Ability to generate operating procedures
• Familiarity with HAZOP review methodology and other plant safety assessments
• Technical ability to interpret test results and incorporate them into analysis methodologies
• Ability to communicate well both orally and in writing, and work effectively as a team/project member
Education and Experience
• B.S. degree with 7+ years of relevant work experience or M.S./Ph.D. with 5+ years of experience
EEO Statement
GTI Energy is committed to developing a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. If you require any accommodation, please e-mail us at HumanResources@gti.energy and we’ll work with you to meet your accessibility needs. You must have legal authorization to work for GTI Energy on your date of hire with no further action required by GTI Energy. GTI Energy is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, minority/female/disability/veteran/sexual orientation.
Qualifications & Requirements Education and Experience
• B.S. degree with 7+ years of relevant work experience or M.S./Ph.D. with 5+ years of experience
Company Description:
GTI Energy develops innovative solutions that transform lives, economies, and the environment.
Since 1941, GTI Energy has contributed to the strengthening of energy systems and the communities they serve. As a leading research and training organization, we are focused on developing, scaling, and deploying energy transition solutions that improve lives, economies, and the environment. GTI Energy leverages the expertise of our trusted team of scientists, engineers, and partners to deliver impactful innovations needed for low-carbon, low-cost energy systems worldwide. We embrace systems thinking, open learning, and collaboration to bring solutions from concept to market, with more than 1,000 patents secured in our 80-year history.
GTI Energy is a trusted partner that collaborates with a broad spectrum of energy stakeholders—including federal and state government agencies, national laboratories, gas and electric utilities, technology developers, equipment manufacturers, and infrastructure operators.
