Sr. Manager, Process Engineering
About The Position
The Manager, Process Engineering leads the development, operation, and continual improvement of Plug Power’s hydrogen generation, compression, storage, and distribution infrastructure at customer and company-owned locations. The role requires technical expertise in complex product engineering, including process flow and controls development, hazard analysis, trade studies, operations, and industrial equipment lifecycle management. The manager creates work processes, develops internal talent, coordinates external support, and aligns resources across departments and geographies. The role works primarily with engineering teams in the United States, Netherlands, and India, as well as construction and field service teams and external vendors, to ensure Plug Power’s generating and refueling products are thoroughly vetted and operate continuously. The manager also collaborates with sales, marketing, supply chain, quality, manufacturing, and service teams to ensure designs meet cross-functional requirements. Occasional travel of up to 15% is required for commissioning, troubleshooting, and vendor equipment verification.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- At least seven years of relevant system or process engineering experience.
- At least two years of supervisory experience.
- Process development experience, including generating or leading P&IDs and PFDs, material and energy balances, process simulations, and risk assessments.
- Experience working with process equipment vendors and fabricators.
- Ability to travel occasionally, up to 15% of the time.
- Computer and software skills applicable to the role, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Project, and Visio.
- Demonstrated analytical ability and strong attention to detail.
- Strong dedication to quality and safety.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences and stakeholders.
- Experience working in globally staffed teams.
- Ability to manage complex projects and multitask effectively.
- Ability to model high standards of professionalism.
- Excellent follow-through.
- Driven and self-motivated.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in hydrogen and/or fuel cells.
- Experience in the cryogenic industry.
- Experience with high-pressure systems (350 bar and up).
- Experience with gas processing and/or dispensing equipment.
- Experience in oil and gas, CNG, LNG, or related industries.
- Experience in pharmaceuticals.
- Experience with Unisim, Aspen, Windchill, Bluebeam, Python, Matlab, or Mathcad.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a detailed understanding of Plug Power product designs and applicable codes and standards.
- Own the quality and documentation of engineering work products, including P&IDs, controls strategies, HAZOPs, equipment specifications, FAT procedures, PSSRs, SAT tests, and O&M manuals.
- Hire and develop a direct team, provide technical guidance and clear direction, and foster communication, engagement, and accountability.
- Lead interdisciplinary project execution from requirements capture and architecture design through manufacturing, deployment, and onsite verification testing.
- Develop work processes and align resources across departments and geographies.
- Develop and maintain metrics for product performance, cost, and compliance with codes and standards.
- Anticipate design and schedule risks, develop alternative plans, and reprioritize work to meet deadlines.
- Communicate across departments to keep stakeholders informed and up to date on design efforts.
- Work cooperatively in cross-functional teams to maximize system performance and customer satisfaction.
- Provide senior leadership with progress updates and escalate priority issues.
- Review operational data and construction or assembly drawings to support complex troubleshooting with manufacturing or field service personnel.
- Represent Plug Power professionally in all interactions.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance eligibility starting from the first day of hire.
- 401(k) with 5% company match.
- Bonus eligibility.
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick time.
- Paid holidays.
- Wellness reimbursement program.
- Potential eligibility to apply for tuition reimbursement.
- Fertility and family building benefit.
- Employee referral program.
- Employee Assistance Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
