Geothermal Power Plant Engineering Project Manager

Job Description 

Quaise Energy is on a mission to make superhot geothermal energy a cornerstone of the modern energy system. By combining millimeter-wave drilling technology with large-scale project development, we are advancing the use of the Earth’s deep heat to deliver clean, reliable baseload power at scale – almost anywhere in the world.

Having developed a breakthrough approach to accessing greater geothermal energy sources, Quaise is preparing to build the world’s first superhot rock enhanced geothermal system (EGS) power plant. Quaise will establish itself as the industry’s only technology–enabled geothermal developer.

Position Overview

This role will lead the design, development, and delivery of Quaise’s first geothermal power plant. It requires deep technical expertise in power plant systems and proven experience managing large-scale infrastructure projects. You will coordinate across engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning phases, ensuring that technical, commercial, and safety objectives are met.

Essential functions (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.)

Technical Leadership & Coordination

• Serve as the Design Authority for Balance of Plant (BOP) systems, components, and structures supporting geothermal wells, surface facilities, and the power block
• Define, manage, and oversee project scope and technical requirements across engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning phases.
• Establish design requirements and ensure documentation accurately reflects design basis, codes, and standards.
• Support field implementation, resolving technical issues, and defining testing/commissioning requirements.
• Lead technical value engineering studies and provide consultation during all phases, spanning design basis, conceptual, preliminary, and detailed engineering/design.
• Provide high-level guidance to resolve complex design challenges and maintain alignment with project objectives.

Commercial Coordination (Schedule & Budget)

• Develop and manage project schedules, milestones, and deliverables.
• Oversee budgets, forecasts, and cost tracking with accountability for financial outcomes.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to minimize delays, overruns, and scope changes.

Process Controls & Compliance

• Implement and maintain project management systems, reporting tools, and documentation protocols.
• Ensure adherence to corporate governance, safety, environmental, and quality assurance standards.
• Prepare progress reports, technical documentation, and presentations for internal stakeholders, clients, and partners.
• Develop analytical tools and processes to improve engineering team quality, efficiency, and project effectiveness.

Collaboration & Leadership

• Facilitate collaboration across multidisciplinary teams, contractors, vendors, and external partners.
• Carry out managerial duties, including performance appraisals, approving timesheets, managing workloads, providing mentorship, and fostering a positive team culture.
• Represent the company in technical presentations, industry forums, and leadership briefings.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Strong technical expertise in process piping, thermal power cycles, power plant systems, and project delivery.
• Demonstrated ability to review designs critically, provide technical feedback, and resolve complex engineering challenges.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience managing project budgets, schedules, and contracts.
• Ability to manage competing priorities under tight deadlines while maintaining focus on quality and safety.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify issues and develop practical solutions.
• Commitment to delivering quality results with a meticulous and conscientious approach to their responsibilities. This includes accountability for the outcomes of their tasks and showing dedication to continuous improvement and excellence in their role.
• Ability to interact well with customers and co-workers, in the field and the office.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project planning software (MS Project or equivalent

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Chemical, or related Engineering discipline required.
• 7+ years of experience managing and delivering large-scale energy or infrastructure projects (geothermal, fossil, or nuclear strongly preferred).
• Experience in renewable energy, power plant projects, or new product development strongly preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification a plus.

Physical requirements

• The employee is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, as well as use hands to feel, reach, grasp, handle, or operate objects, tools and/or controls.
• The employee must be able to lift, push, pull, transfer, or move items up 20 pounds at times for departmental needs.
• 25% travel is required to move from one worksite to another or to various job sites and locations to complete tasks.
• The employee must be able to adjust to changing work hours and locations as needed considering the strong focus on external communications and relationships. 
• The vision requirement includes reviewing written and electronic materials in digital and physical format. 

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to change, rescind, add, or delete the duties and responsibilities of positions within this job classification at any time.

Affirmative Action/EEO statement

Quaise Energy is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, disability, military status or age.