Sr. Manager, Process Engineering

Plug Power•Albany, NY

About The Position

The Manager, Process Engineering leads the development, operation, and continual improvement of system architectures for hydrogen generation, compression, storage, and distribution infrastructure at customer- and company-owned locations. The role requires technical expertise in complex engineering products, including process flow and controls development, hazard analysis, trade studies, operations, and industrial equipment lifecycle management. The position establishes work processes, develops internal talent, coordinates external support, and aligns resources across departments and geographies. It works with engineering teams in the United States, the Netherlands, and India, as well as construction, field service, vendor engineering, and other cross-functional teams, to ensure Plug Power’s generation and refueling products are thoroughly vetted and operate continuously. The role also engages with sales, marketing, supply chain, quality, manufacturing, and service to ensure designs meet cross-functional requirements.

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, 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, for deployment-site commissioning or troubleshooting and vendor meetings or equipment verification.
Computer and software skills applicable to the position, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Project, and Visio.
Analytical ability and strong attention to detail.
Strong commitment to quality and safety.
Strong verbal and written communication 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.
Self-motivated and driven.

Nice To Haves

Experience with 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 similar industries.
Experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
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, including requirements capture and traceability, tradeoffs, architecture design, equipment selection, hazard analysis, manufacturing, deployment, and onsite verification testing.
Develop work processes and align resources across departments and geographies.
Develop and maintain metrics for key product attributes, including performance, cost, and compliance with codes and standards.
Anticipate design and schedule risks, plan alternative actions, and rearrange priorities to meet deadlines.
Communicate cross-functionally to keep involved departments 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 help manufacturing or field service personnel troubleshoot complex issues.
Represent Plug Power professionally and 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.