Job Board

The Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology (NBMG) at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) invites applications for a tenure-track Associate Professor who will serve as Director of the Great Basin Center for Geothermal Energy (GBCGE).  The GBCGE is a nationally and internationally recognized center of excellence in research, training, and outreach in the science of geothermal resources.  The primary responsibilities of this position will be to develop broad programs in research and education in the field of geothermal energy.  Research will include innovative approaches to understanding the complexities of fluid flow in the crust and must be focused primarily on Nevada and the surrounding region.  Research will also commonly involve multi-departmental and multi-institutional efforts, including the development of datasets, assessments, and reports on Nevada’s geothermal resources.  Teaching responsibilities will include courses in geothermal related topics (typically one course per year) in the Department of Geological Sciences and Engineering (DGSE), supervising graduate students, and organizing geothermal workshops. The successful candidate will communicate effectively with the public and community leaders regarding the geothermal resources of Nevada.

NBMG is a research and public service unit of UNR and serves as the state geological survey of Nevada.  Managed as part of the Mackay School of Earth Sciences and Engineering in the College of Science at UNR, NBMG functions as both an academic unit and statewide agency.  NBMG is also part of the broader Nevada Geosciences group at UNR, which includes the Nevada Seismological Laboratory and DGSE (https://www.unr.edu/geology/).  Principal scientists at NBMG are tenure-track faculty members.  The GBCGE resides within NBMG and fulfills one of the primary missions of NBMG, which is to assess natural resources across the state and disseminate data for use by state and federal agencies, industry, and academia.  Nevada is one of the most exciting regions in the world to conduct research in the geosciences and one of the best for the study of geothermal energy.  The successful applicant will have access to many state-of-the-art facilities at UNR, including an electron microprobe, two SEMs, fluid-inclusion and Raman facilities, laser ablation ICP-MS, geodesy laboratory, and a fleet of field vehicles managed by NBMG.  For further information about NBMG, please consult our website (http://www.nbmg.unr.edu).  

Applicants must have a doctorate in geology, geologic engineering, geophysics, or a related geoscience field and a demonstrated record of research on topics related to geothermal energy as indicated by dissertation research, industry experience, and/or peer-reviewed publications.  The successful candidate must have at least 5 years of postdoctoral experience in geothermal research.  Excellent communication skills are required, as demonstrated in written application materials, publications, public outreach, and presentations. Experience in attracting and managing outside funding is essential.  The successful candidate must also have demonstrated ability to develop/coordinate programs and work in teams to accomplish major goals. Preference will be given to candidates who, in their letters of interest, explain achievable plans for funded research on Nevada-focused topics in geothermal energy and who understand NBMG’s role as the state geological survey of Nevada.

For more information and to apply, please visit: https://nshe.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UNR-external/job/University-of-Nevada-Reno---Main-Campus/Associate-Professor---Director--Great-Basin-Center-for-Geothermal-Energy_R0144613-1

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Committee will begin application review on November 16, 2024. This posting is open until filled, or the search will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.

EEO/AA. Women, under-represented groups, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Calpine Corporation

Job Category: Power Operations

Requisition Number: BUSIN007183

Middletown, CA 95461, USA

Description

Calpine Corporation is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. Its fleet of 76 power plants in operation and one under construction represents nearly 26,000 megawatts of generation capacity. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states, Canada and Mexico. Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner. 

The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity. 

Summary (includes but is not limited to the following, other duties may be assigned)

Responsible for providing analytical and complex administrative support to one or more functional areas.  May be responsible for interacting with external third parties: State & Federal regulatory agencies, law firms, consultants.  Acts as a liaison on assigned projects and/or issues.  Perform research on laws, regulations, historical information and Calpine policies.  Run reports to analyze data and report variances to senior management.  Gather, organize and evaluate legal documentation.  Ability to interpret and locate legal descriptions.  May prepare draft land or access agreements, leases, easements, rights-of-way, bills of sale, photo use agreements.  Keeps abreast of economic and industry trends and provides market research and analytical support for development and management. 

Job Responsibilities

• Compiles and analyzes Business data for the Plant; conducts special studies and maintains abreast of industry trends.
• Has a solid, working knowledge of Plant Operations, Finance, Legal and other areas related to the Power Industry
• Experienced professional with full understanding of job, company and industry practices.
• Performs in fully-functioning capacity, equivalent to a journey level contributor.
• Makes decisions regarding own work, often in ambiguous situations; makes recommendations regarding own function/discipline.
• Solves operational problems and associated technical issues; modifies existing tools, techniques or processes.
• Functions with minimum guidance and under pre-set procedures with attention to detail.
• Works on problems of moderate complexity.
• Uses independent judgment within defined policies and practices.
• Interprets guidelines, select methods, techniques and analytical approach
• Little instruction on day-to-day work, general instructions on new assignments.
• May be designated project or subject matter expert for an ongoing process or short-term project within own department.
• Information sharing – gives and receives information such as options, technical direction, instruction and reporting results.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Business, Finance or in other related discipline if supported by a strong background
• Requires 3+ years’ experience in related field, with Power Plant experience preferred.
• Critical thinking, financial and data analysis skills with a high proficiency in MS Excel.

Salary Information

• Salary Range - $74,907.00 - $93,634.00

Additional Calpine Information:

• Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
• Calpine is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply for a position, please send an e-mail with your request to hrrecruitment@calpine.com. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation are made on case-by-case basis.

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Calpine Corporation

Job Category: Power Operations

Requisition Number: ENGIN007075
Middletown, CA 95461, USA

Description

Calpine Corporation is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. Its fleet of 76 power plants in operation and one under construction represents nearly 26,000 megawatts of generation capacity. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states, Canada and Mexico. Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner. 

The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity. 

Job Summary (includes but is not limited to the following, other duties may be assigned)

Responsible for planning, directing and administering risk management, analysis and control programs. Directs staff in implementing, applying, monitoring and maintaining risk management procedures and standards, risk management analysis and reports, and approval procedures to manage risk exposure. Coordinates risk management and controls with management in other business units including working closely with energy marketers and traders to incorporate short and long term market conditions into the risk management strategy. Collaborates to formulate Calpine’s risk management policies.

Other risk management responsibilities include, overseeing daily mark-to-market analysis, providing analysis of commodity margin results to forecast and spearheading improvements to all risk management systems and tools to ensure that corporate risk policies and procedures are adhered to. 

Job Scope and Span of Control

• Provides leadership and director to managers and staff as appropriate.
• Accomplishes work through others; defines functional objectives.
• Partners with peers across the organization to achieve business objectives.

Decision Making & Impact

• Decisions typically related to resources, project approach, and tactical operations.
• Results have significant impact on costs and the achievement of department objectives or project-based goals.
• Identifies opportunities which make a significant difference to the performance of multiple department functions and possibly organization-wide impact.

Work Complexity & Independent

• Receives assignments in the form of objectives and determines tactical approach, resources, schedules and goals.
• Works within general guidelines, applies advanced technical knowledge to solve moderately complex problems for a function.
• Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

Leadership

• Directly accountable for the performance and development of the team.
• Responsible for performance reviews, promotional decisions, and pay actions for support and professional levels.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent.
• Previous work leadership or senior level contributor experience including understanding of energy markets and identifying risks in energy transactions.
• Typically requires minimum of 10+ years in area of specialization.

Additional Calpine Information

• Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
• Calpine is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply for a position, please send an e-mail with your request to hrrecruitment@calpine.com. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation are made on case-by-case basis.

Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here

Calpine Corporation

Job Category: Power Operations

Requisition Number: ENGIN007075
Middletown, CA 95461, USA

Description

Calpine Corporation is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. Its fleet of 76 power plants in operation and one under construction represents nearly 26,000 megawatts of generation capacity. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states, Canada and Mexico. Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner. 

The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity. 

Summary (includes but is not limited to the following, other duties may be assigned)

Responsible for managing the engineering and construction activities necessary to plan, design, license, construct and start-up new power plants.  Manages projects from original concept through final implementation and is responsible for administrative/operational/technical leadership of the project(s) including managing of budget. Defines project scope and objectives. Assembles project teams, assigns individual responsibilities, develops project schedules and is responsible for determining and acquiring resources needed. Must be familiar with the entire scope and requirements of the project(s) and serves as liaison between team members and functional area management requesting project.  Ensures adherence to quality standards and reviews project deliverables. Recommends and takes action to direct the analysis and solutions of problems. Responsibilities may include contracts, supply chain, quality assurance, government relations, public relations, etc. May identify, evaluate and hire outside contractors as needed throughout all phases of development, and coordinate with internal technical functions.  May supervise and coordinate the engineering and construction, audit, and contract groups associated with assigned project.  Complexity and scope of project varies based on level of experience.

Responsibilities

• Solid, working knowledge.
• Experienced professional with full understanding of job, company and industry practices.
• Performs in fully-functioning capacity, equivalent to a journey level contributor.
• Oversees one or more smaller or medium sized projects or a major subcomponent of a large project or projects of moderate risk.
• Makes decisions regarding own work, often in ambiguous situations; makes recommendations regarding own function/discipline.
• Solves operational problems and associated technical issues; modifies existing tools, techniques or processes.
• Works on problems of moderate complexity.
• Uses independent judgment within defined policies and practices. Interprets guidelines, select methods, techniques and analytical approach.
• Little instruction on day-to-day work, general instructions on new assignments.
• May be designated project or technical lead for an ongoing process or short-term project within own department.
• Information sharing – gives and receives information such as options, technical direction, instruction and reporting results.

Specialized Job Information: Focus on reducing the effects of corrosion in the steam gathering system.  Work is split between field and office work.  Specific areas for this group include:

• Evaluate methods to reduce both short term and long term effects of corrosion in steam and condensate pipelines
• Improve existing processes, develop new processes, and modify equipment design to reduce corrosion
• Manage projects to enhance corrosion monitoring
• Evaluate budgetary necessity and prioritizes budgetary spending
• Develop annual budget to improve safety and reliability
• Monitor spending and communicate required scope changes to meet budget constraints
• Coordinate with steamfield engineers to modernize and standardize equipment
• Coordinate with internal and external technical experts to evaluate and implement advancements to steamfield technology
• Provide technical guidance in the development of guidelines, procedures, and contracts.
• Monitor processes for corrosion risk

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
• Journey – level; typically requires 5+ years experience managing a portion of a large project or independently leading a small project.
• Working knowledge of a wide variety of project management tools, processes and methods.

Preferred Qualifications include

• Industrial/Field experience
• Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with corrosion experience
• Pipeline experience
• Familiarity with ASME Power Piping Code B31.1
• Familiarity with steam pipeline corrosion mitigation
• Familiarity with FMEA, Root Cause Analysis, HAZOP, and MOC

Salary Information

• Salary Range - $103,175.00 - $131,549.00

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Calpine Corporation

Job Category: Power Operations

Requisition Number: PROJE005996

Full-Time

Walnut Creek, CA 94597, USA

Job Details

Description

Calpine Corporation is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. Its fleet of 76 power plants in operation and one under construction represents nearly 26,000 megawatts of generation capacity. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states, Canada and Mexico. Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner. 

The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity. 

Job Summary (includes but is not limited to the following, other duties may be assigned)

Environmental Project Managers at Calpine are responsible for the implementation of complex environmental developmental projects. This position is responsible for environmental permitting and program management related to development projects, including carbon capture, battery storage and others.

Responsibility includes but is not limited to: management of air and water permitting activities for developmental projects, including regulatory analysis, emission evaluation, and air dispersion modeling; activities related to compliance with the federal NEPA process; advising Operations, Engineering, Origination, Legal, and other Calpine stakeholders on environmental requirements; evaluation of developmental activities as they pertain to ongoing power plant operations; advising corporate outreach personnel on Environmental Justice and public participation requirements; review of wetland, species, and other site evaluation reports; managing broadly programmatic requirements pertaining to development projects and other relevant plant actions; and other activities as necessary to authorize development of projects.  Travel up to 25%.  Location may change to another office/plant depending on candidate selected. 

Job Responsibilities

• Maintains in-depth knowledge of environmental regulations, permitting processes, and environmental data collection and evaluation.
• Has ability to interpret environmental regulations and permit conditions, and work with agencies to complete permitting actions that allow for needed operational flexibility.
• Possesses capability to resolve complex issues and function as an advanced contributor.
• Identifies opportunities to develop new processes, tools, services and techniques while driving continuous improvement in systems, programs, and training.
• Serves as central resource for various programs; ensures consistency in corporate practices and approach.
• Tracks and communicates regulatory changes; ensures compliance with applicable regulations, permits, and plant operational requirements, as they pertain to development projects.
• Partners with other functional roles (Plants, Gov/Reg, Legal, Engineering, Origination) to drive a systematic approach to environmental compliance.
• Interprets and apply regulations, codes, bylaws, and all relevant standards.
• Performs other duties assigned by management that generally fall within the expected scope of this position.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or similar field of study; or equivalent experience.
• Masters preferred.
• 10 years of relevant experience.
• Substantial knowledge of environment permitting and reporting.

Salary Information

• Salary Range -  $132,890 to $169,435

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QUAISE Energy 

Houston Texas 

Quaise develops millimeter wave drilling systems for deep geothermal heat access. Our technology is the only approach in the world with the potential to build geothermal wells at unprecedented depths and temperatures. 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.

Job Description

This role is to build out the field operations team at Quaise Energy for developing geothermal power. Initially, the field operations team will be focused on assisting the engineering team with lab testing, setting up field test sites, developing field procedures, running field trials, and providing feedback to the engineering team to improve field operations. The field trial will consist of working with engineering prototype equipment and then expanding to full geothermal field development that will include conventional and millimeter wave drilling, completion, and production activities. Quaise is seeking an energetic and experienced Field Engineer with a wide range of expertise and knowledge to lead field trial activities. In addition to field experience, having technical expertise to help find solutions is extremely valuable, as there will be technical problems to solve in the field.

Essential functions

• Pre-Field Trial (6-9 months)
• Regular office hours M-F
• Learn about the technology
• Assist setting up two different lab experiments
• Assist running lab drilling experiments
• Assist with field planning and site development
• Develop field procedures
• Engage and work with third parties to drill, case, and cement pilot holes
• Prepare load out lists and liaise with logistics company to ensure efficient and cost-effective equipment movements
• Plan, design, and execute the SITs (System Integration Tests) required for any drilling / interventions components with the supports from both internal engineering team and external third-party vendors

Field Trial (12-18 month)

• 10-4 Rotation – 12-hour days
• Ensure safe and efficient field operations
• Lead risk assessment before each field operation
• Assemble and test equipment prior running job
• Maintain field operations records
• Troubleshoot issues and perform root cause analysis as needed
• Propose creative solutions as issues arise
• Work closely with internal engineering team to optimize the drilling performance
• Provide technical feedback to internal engineering team to improve the safety and performance of the millimeter wave drilling system after each field trial
• Ensure all third-party equipment meet the requirements of the planned operation
• Plan, design, and execute the SITs (System Integration Tests) required for any drilling / interventions components with the supports from both internal engineering team and external third-party vendors
• Assure adequate third-party Quality Assurance and Quality Control of any equipment for the field trials
• Operates as a one-person crew supervising third party service company personnel
• Operate as a team of 4 for the field trail test campaign
• Record all non-conformances and non-production time and report these to management
• Ensure that all work within the area of responsibility is adequately documented and lessons learned are captured for the benefit of future operations
• Prepare end of well reports
• Collaborate with other members of a multi-disciplinary engineering team to deliver each field trial efficiently
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Competencies

• Experience interacting with product development / engineering teams
• Demonstrated leadership potential
• Experience troubleshooting large systems
• Experience in writing procedures
• Experience leading field health, safety, and environmental concerns
• Recording daily logs and inspections
• Experience with root cause analysis
• Experience with interacting with third-party vendors
• IADC RigPass Certification or equivalent training desired
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment
• Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
• Familiarity with a startup or high growth environment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Proficient with Microsoft Project or other project planning software

Education and Experience

• Bachelors degree in the field of Electrical, Mechanical, or Petroleum Engineering or equivalent
• 4+ years of Oil and Gas Field Experience, drilling experience preferred

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
• Ability to move from one worksite to another or travel to various job sites and locations to complete tasks
• The vision requirement includes reviewing written and electronic materials in digital and physical format
• The employee must be able to adjust to changing work hours and locations as needed considering the strong focus on external communications and relationships

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.

This Position can be applied through LinkedIn HERE: (Easy Apply) 

Bureau Land Management

Winnemucca, Nevada.

Information about Winnemucca, NV and the surrounding area can be found at City of Winnemucca.

Responsibilities

• Use relational databases to maintain geologic data for conducting operational and planning analyses.
• Analyze and interpret geological and geophysical data and carries out investigations in accordance with instructions from a senior scientist or project chief.
• Participate on technical work groups or teams. May collaborate on teams external to the immediate organization.
• Personally prepare or contribute technically authoritative reports on geologic and related studies.
• Make geological observations, computations, and measurements. Assesses the validity of procedures and techniques to correct for errors and improve results.
• Applies a broad range of geologic and/or geochemical techniques to acquire data and samples.
• Applies a variety of processes and analytical methods to the preparation and analysis of field/remote sensing observations and/or laboratory samples.
• Develop, monitor, and manage project plans that outline the scope, schedule, and/or budget of assigned projects.

Conditions of Employment

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Be sure to read the How to Apply and Required Documents Sections.
• You cannot hold an active real estate license: nor can you have an interest or hold stocks in firms with interest in Federal Lands.
• Direct Deposit Required.
• Appointment will be subject to a favorably adjudicated background/suitability investigation/determination.
• Your resume must contain enough information to show that you meet the qualification requirements as defined in the announcement. In addition, your responses to the questions must adequately reflect in your resume.
• If selected for this position, you will be required to annually complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE-450 within 30 days of reporting to duty. You will be required to provide this information annually.
• May require a one year probationary period.

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The New Mexico Bureau of Geology and Mineral Resources (NMBGMR), a research division of New Mexico Tech (NMT)

NMT campus in Socorro, New Mexico

SUMMARY:

Located on the NMT campus in Socorro, New Mexico, our nonregulatory agency is a preeminent research organization dedicated to better understanding New Mexico’s natural resources and the earth processes that impact our state’s economy and communities. The associate will be responsible for organizing workshops and other educational events designed to encourage the development of geothermal resources in New Mexico. The associate will assist with the collection and interpretation of geophysical data to identify and characterize additional deep geothermal resources in New Mexico. The research associate will also assist in identifying funding for geothermal development in New Mexico, write grant applications, and assist the manager of the geothermal program with project administration. The position is a full-time, salaried position with benefits, funded through June of 2027 with the potential for extension, pending funding availability.

JOBS FUNCTIONS:

• Outreach activities with industry, researchers, legislators, and the public. 30%
• Data collection and interpretation. 30%
• Assist with project management. 20%
• Seek funding. 20%

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Master's Degree in Geoscience or Geophysics or Engineering. Experience in subsurface research. Experience in geophysical fieldwork and data interpretation. Organization of outreach activities.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. or other doctorate level equivalent in Geoscience or Geophysics or Engineering. Project management experience. Maintain an existing web page as part of outreach.

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Calpine Corporation

Job Category: Vary

Requisition Number: INTER007281

Stony Brook, NY 11794, USA

Description

Calpine Corporation is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. Its fleet of 76 power plants in operation and one under construction represents nearly 26,000 megawatts of generation capacity. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states, Canada and Mexico. Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner. 

The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity. 

Summary (includes but is not limited to the following, other duties may be assigned)

This supervised position will allow for a college student who is seeking a career in the power industry to apply as well as enhance their knowledge with regard to all aspects of power plant operations. This position will require the individual to work a normal day shift and will report to the Operations Manager at the Calpine Bethpage Energy Center and Stony Brook Plant Leadership.

Job Responsibilities 

• Utilizing plant data systems to access equipment performance and reliability
• Updating maintenance documentation and work management system
• Assist plant staff with special projects as needed.
• Assist with Battery Storage engineering and design for campus use behind the meter     
• Perform other duties as assigned while under the direct supervision of a Calpine employee.
• Report to Operations Manager and take day-to-day instructions, both written and verbal.

Job Requirements

• Pursuing a degree in Engineering or related field at an accredited college or university, preferably Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Completion of at least 30 credits towards graduation.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States now and in the future for any company.
• Willingness to work outdoors, in field locations, in a "hands on" environment.
• Willingness to adhere to plant safety standards, procedures, and practices.
• Good comprehension of basic engineering practices.
• Good problem solving and analytical ability.
• Strong computer skills especially in the use of spreadsheet and word processing programs.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Good organization skills and attention to details are essential
• Must be flexible and able to work harmoniously with others in a dynamic environment.
• Must be able to self-start and manage multiple simultaneous tasks and priorities.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work.

Salary Information

$20.00 to $30.00

Additional Calpine Information

• Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
• Calpine is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply for a position, please send an e-mail with your request to hrrecruitment@calpine.com. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation are made on case-by-case basis.

Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here

Job Category: Power Operations

Requisition Number: OPERA007371

Posting Details

• Posted: October 17, 2024
• Full-Time
• On-site
• Location: Middletown, CA 95461, US

Job Details

Description

Calpine Corporation is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. Its fleet of 77 power plants in operation represents over 27,000 megawatts of generation capacity. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states and Canada. Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner.

The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity.

Job Summary (includes but is not limited to the following, other duties may be assigned)

Responsible for the implementation of solution and operations design to ensure that the organization’s operational and strategic objectives are met on projects. Focuses on execution to ensure goals and objectives together with operations performance targets are achieved. Ability to think logically and be able to analyze different parts of the problem at the same time and solve a variety of different business problems. Review and analyze data with regards to the products reliability, availability, cost and performance. 

Job Responsibilities

• Solid, working knowledge of steam turbine and major power plant equipment performance and operations
• Experienced professional with full understanding of job, company and industry practices.
• Performs in fully-functioning capacity, equivalent to a journey level contributor.
• Makes decisions regarding own work, often in ambiguous situations; makes recommendations regarding own function/discipline.
• Solves operational problems and associated technical issues; modifies existing tools, techniques or processes.
• Works on problems of moderate complexity.
• Uses independent judgment within defined policies and practices. Interprets guidelines, select methods, techniques and analytical approach.
• Little instruction on day-to-day work, general instructions on new assignments.
• May be designated project or technical lead for an ongoing process or short-term project within own department.
• Gives and receives information such as options, technical direction, instruction and reporting results.

Specialized Job Information

Provide analytical support for Calpine’s 725 MW fleet of geothermal power facilities, covering all aspects of thermal performance. Responsibilities include the development and use of analytical tools used to support plant business decisions for monitoring the efficiency and capability of generating assets, trending and improving plant performance, and plant betterment. Results and trends used to support business decisions of generating assets.

• Develop and maintain thermal performance monitoring tools for ongoing thermal performance assessment of the geothermal fleet.
• Conduct performance tests, collect and analyze operating data, and develop operational plans and equipment recommendations to optimize performance and profitability.
• Assist plant engineers to successfully monitor plant performance and operational trends and investigate any potential problems.
• Identify plant performance improvement opportunities and provide analysis for management decision-making.

 Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• Requires 3-5 years’ experience.

Preferred Qualifications Include

• Mechanical, Chemical, or Aerospace Engineering
• Strong background in thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and statistics.
• Experience using tools used for data analysis, e.g. Python, R, SQL, pandas, Tableau, PowerBI, etc.
• Plant engineering, development, engineering for OEMs, and/or work as an Independent Engineer experience.
• Geothermal experience.

Salary Information

•  Salary Range - $92,121.00 - $117,454.00

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Gradient Geothermal  Geothermal Operations Engineer

Location: Denver, Co (preferred) will consider remote

Company Overview:

Gradient Geothermal is a pioneering company dedicated to unlocking the immense potential of geothermal energy from oil and gas wells and infrastructure. Committed to providing sustainable, reliable, and cost-effective energy solutions, we harness the earth's natural heat to drive innovation in the renewable energy sector. Our team of experts specializes in designing, developing, and operating advanced geothermal systems, delivering clean energy that supports environmental sustainability and reduces carbon footprints. At Gradient Geothermal, we are passionate about creating a greener future and leading the way in renewable energy technology

As a leader in safety, we are committed to innovation, environmental stewardship, and positively impacting the communities we serve. As a small company, we offer a dynamic environment where employees have great autonomy and opportunities to make a significant impact.

Description:

We seek a talented and dedicated Systems or Facilities Engineer with a strong focus on design and on-site operations to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in the design, implementation, and maintenance of geothermal energy systems and safe facilities. This position requires a blend of technical expertise, project management skills, and hands-on operational experience, with national and international travel of 20-30% to client sites and operational locations.

Responsibilities 

Design & Engineering:

• Develop detailed designs for geothermal energy systems, including well field layout, piping, and plant facilities.
• Utilize advanced software tools and simulation models to optimize system performance and efficiency.
• Prepare engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation, including assisting in creating company specifications.
• Develop and maintain documentation for standard operating procedures (SOPs) and ensure that teams are trained and compliant with established processes.

Project Management:

• Lead and manage projects from conception through commissioning, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including geologists, environmental scientists, and customer construction personnel.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential issues, and implement corrective actions as necessary.
• Manage and oversee the implementation of new technologies and tools to enhance process efficiency and overall organizational performance.

On-Site Operations:

• With safety top of mind, oversee on-site installation, commissioning, and testing of geothermal systems and facilities.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues that arise during construction and operational phases.

Maintenance & Optimization:

• Develop and implement maintenance schedules and procedures to ensure the long-term reliability and efficiency of geothermal systems.
• Conduct performance analysis and recommend improvements to enhance system performance and reduce operational costs.
• Provide training and support to on-site personnel.

Collaboration & Communication:

• Liaise with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies to ensure project alignment and compliance.
• Prepare and present technical reports, project updates, and feasibility studies to internal and external stakeholders.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the engineering team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems/Process Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in the design, construction, and operation of HVAC (or similar) facilities, piping, pumps and heat exchangers.
• Strong knowledge of geothermal energy technologies, including direct use applications and geothermal power plants.
• Proficiency in engineering design software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, MATLAB).
• Excellent project management skills with a proven track record of successfully managing complex projects.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and hands-on technical skills.

• High level of accuracy in following procedures and documenting operations.
• Vigilance in monitoring operations and identifying potential issues.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as needed (Travel is national and international 30-40%).
• Strong entrepreneurial drive and self-motivation to help grow the company in a dynamic environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to climb stairs and work in severe weather conditions.
  • Good physical condition and stamina.
  • Ability to work in challenging environments (e.g., remote locations, harsh weather).
  • The ability to lift at least 20 pounds in awkward positions and 50 pounds from the floor to the waist.

Other Requirements:

• Willingness to travel to remote locations.
• Valid driver’s license and passport.
• Flexibility to work irregular hours
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible work environment with a focus on work-life balance.

How to Apply:  Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, cover letter, and a portfolio of relevant work to: INFO@GradientGeothermal.com. Please include "Operations Engineer Application" in the subject line. Please consider applying if you do not meet all of the qualifications but are excited by the challenge and are passionate about our mission.

Equal Opportunity Employer:  Gradient Geothermal is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity in our workforce. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. If accommodation is required during any stage of the recruitment process, please contact any member of the Management team.

Join us in shaping the future of renewable energy and making a lasting impact on our planet.

Calpine Corporation

Job Category: Power Operations

Requisition Number: OPERA007136

Middletown, CA 95461, USA

Description

Calpine Corporation is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. Its fleet of 76 power plants in operation and one under construction represents nearly 26,000 megawatts of generation capacity. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states, Canada and Mexico. Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner. 

The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity. 

Summary (includes but is not limited to the following, other duties may be assigned)

Assists in the operation of plant equipment, starts and stops pumps and auxiliary equipment, checks and ensures proper lubrication and cooling on all pumps, motors, fans compressors, etc. Takes and records plant operational data. Inspects plant equipment for faulty operations. Will assist in performing a variety of plant maintenance tasks including diagnosis, maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment in a safe, efficient and economical manner. Position will perform routine trouble shooting activities, such as maintaining, calibrating and repairing plant electrical, instrumentation, and control systems; operates and monitor equipment to optimize unit performance. Performs the necessary operating, regulating and adjusting duties to maintain proper output of the generating units, proper water flows, pressures, temperatures draft conditions and fuel consumption. Maintains operational/training logs to ensure understanding of assigned job. Assists in the operation of turbine/generator equipment including synchronization of units. May assists in the closing and opening of switchyard circuit breakers and associated disconnects per switching orders. Assists in making the necessary adjustments to maintain generator voltages and unit power factor. This position will also assist in ensuring compliance with all local, State and Federal regulations and plant procedures and is responsible for maintaining a safe work environment and contributes to operating procedures to ensure consistent and safe operations. Performs related work as required.

Requirements

• Requires a High School Diploma, degree from technical/vocational school or equivalent.
• Requires zero to four years of related experience.
• Prefer some previous experience using test equipment and calibration appliances. Additional experience with machinery repair and control systems preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and basic understanding of chemistry, physics, electricity and mathematics.

Salary Information

• Hourly Rate - $26.50

Additional Calpine Information:

• Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
• Calpine is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply for a position, please send an e-mail with your request to hrrecruitment@calpine.com. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation are made on case-by-case basis.

Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Calpine Corporation

Job Category: Commercial Analytics

Requisition Number: OPERA007275

Pittsburg, CA 94565, USA

Calpine Corporation is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. Its fleet of 76 power plants in operation and one under construction represents nearly 26,000 megawatts of generation capacity. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states, Canada and Mexico. Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner. 

The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity. 

Job Summary (includes but is not limited to the following; other duties may be assigned)

Responsible for start, stop and monitoring of equipment including reading gauges and meters and recording activities in operating logs and records. Uses computers and monitoring equipment to measure, record and make adjustments within operating parameters.  Performs a variety of plant maintenance tasks including diagnosis, maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment in a safe, efficient and economical manner. Performs overhaul maintenance and system improvement tasks. Performs chemical analysis and chemical control on steam, cooling and condensate systems, and maintains chemistry logs. Incumbents assist in the development of standard operational procedures and provide input to plant betterment items to improve plant efficiency, reliability and safety. Ensures compliance with all local, State and Federal regulations and plant procedures. Regularly required to maintain plan security, operate heavy equipment such as manlifts and forklifts, and handle and transfer bulk chemicals.

Job Responsibilities 

• Senior-level; recognized technical expertise in own and possibly related functions.
• Performs a variety of complex technical service/support duties requiring specialized knowledge.
• Regularly makes decisions on non-routine or escalated technical issues.
• Independently prioritizes and executes responsibilities effectively for a single trade, group of related tasks or functional area.
• Checks own work and possibly the work of others; work results are of the highest quality standards and advanced technical competency.
• Errors may be serious, usually not subject to direct verification or check.
• Duties and tasks reflect substantial variety and complexity.
• Resolves the most complex technical issues, conferring with Team Leader occasionally; may serve as resource to others in resolution of complex issues.
• Works under limited supervision.
• Prioritizes own weekly schedule and may guide others in the completion of tasks within clearly defined schedules as set by management.
• Regularly provides on-the-job skills training to others in complex technical areas.

Job Requirements 

• High School Diploma, degree from technical/vocational school, military service or equivalent.
• Senior-level; generally 10+ years directly related experience including understanding of health and safety regulations, and previous experience working with and around hazardous energy, chemicals and waste materials including knowledge of safe handling, storage, and transport.
• Requires previous experience using test equipment and calibration appliances. Experience with machinery repair and control systems.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and basic understanding of chemistry, physics, electricity and mathematics.
• Advanced certifications/licensures. Valid state driver’s license.

Salary Information

• Hourly Rate Range -$46.3847-$57.9809

Additional Calpine Information:

• Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
• Calpine is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply for a position, please send an e-mail with your request to hrrecruitment@calpine.com. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation are made on case-by-case basis.

Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here

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Calpine Corporation

Job Category: Power Operations

Requisition Number: PLANT007089

Middletown, CA 95461, USA

Description

Calpine Corporation is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. Its fleet of 76 power plants in operation and one under construction represents nearly 26,000 megawatts of generation capacity. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states, Canada and Mexico. Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner. 

The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity. 

Summary: (includes but is not limited to the following, other duties may be assigned)

Coordinates all plant engineering functions to assure the facility operates at maximum performance and profitability.  Responsible for providing technical support for daily operations, plant improvements, process improvements, design, equipment acquisition, plant breakdown and analysis, and recommending corrective actions.  Ensures operational activities are in accordance with procedures, schedules, regulatory compliance and budget projections.  Conducts performance tests, collecting and analyzing operating data, and developing operational plans and equipment recommendations to optimize performance and profitability.  Develops and maintains plant operating records and provides technical support to plant operations and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Developing general knowledge of electrical power generation or related field.
• Developing use and/or application of basic principles, theories and concepts.
• Basic familiarity with knowledge area, staff, technologies, services, and practices.
• Makes decisions regarding own work within defined parameters.
• Regularly contributes useful ideas for own work area.
• With guidance, ensures timely and accurate performance of responsibilities for a single trade, group of closely related tasks or functional area.
• Work typically reviewed by others; work reflects developing competency and basic skills.
• Works on problems of limited scope.
• Works typically consists of a variety of routine tasks, which provide experience and increased job knowledge.
• Follows standard practices and procedures.
• Works under direct supervision and/or defined parameters.
• Prioritizes basic tasks; priorities typically guided by standard practices or by others.
• Basic communication – delivers information to individuals within defined parameters.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering.
• Entry-level; typically less than 3 years’ experience.

Salary Information

• Salary Range - $83,896.00 - $104,870.00

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Job Category: Commercial Analytics

Requisition Number: RESER006951

Middletown, CA 95461, USA

Description

Company Overview (For Calpine Corp Positions / Retail might have another overview)

Calpine Corporation is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. Its fleet of 76 power plants in operation and one under construction represents nearly 26,000 megawatts of generation capacity. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states, Canada and Mexico. Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner.

The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity.

Summary (includes but is not limited to the following, other duties may be assigned)

Calpine’s Geothermal Production Analysis group develops views of production trends for the world’s largest operating geothermal field, The Geysers in Northern California.  Relying heavily on input from the broader Geysers operations team, the production analysis group builds models to project output from the existing field, analyze the impacts of long-term capital investment options, and optimize near-term production decisions.

The Production Engineer will work as part of the Geothermal Production Analysis team in analyzing production and injection data, developing data-management improvement recommendations, water injection distribution and steam gathering system performance evaluations for optimum field development. The ideal candidate will have had experience in data-driven analytics for reservoir and injection/production optimization. We are particularly interested in individuals who have experience translating the outputs of analytical tools into field operations.

Responsibilities

• Design and analysis of water distribution networks.
• Provide support to the field reservoir engineers and recommendations to help maximize production and profitability of the facilities.
• Propose capital projects for annual budget planning and prepare economic justifications for capital projects.
• Integrate with adjacent disciplines to plan medium and long-term reservoir management strategies, such as optimizing distribution of injected water and production drilling opportunities.
• Assist in the evaluation of any corrective action or change in field operations considering power generation, revenue, and long-term resource performance.
• Propose adjustments to operating conditions as necessary to maintain or improve production.
• Analyze process data to recommend operational changes to improve quality, reliability, and efficiency (wells, steam gathering, and injection systems).
• Develop recommendations for mechanical changes to improve production.
• Evaluate injection infrastructure performance.
• Maintain the quality and completeness of geothermal resource database and operating records.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Advanced Degree in mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, or related engineering discipline or computational/data science from an accredited university is required.
• Analytical/technical skills with a practical approach to problem solving.
• Familiar with data-management systems
• Familiar with hydraulic modeling concepts, water distribution network design and analysis software. Some examples include Pipe-Flo, Pipe 2000, WaterCad/WaterGEMS.
• Familiar with process system modeling.
• Experience with one or more programming languages.

Salary Information

Salary Range:  $103,175.44 - $159,921.93

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Calpine Corporation 

Job Category: Power Operations

Requisition Number: PROGR006940

Description

Calpine Corporation is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. Its fleet of 76 power plants in operation and one under construction represents nearly 26,000 megawatts of generation capacity. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states, Canada and Mexico. Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner. 

The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity. 

Summary (includes but is not limited to the following, other duties may be assigned)

This position is responsible for the implementation of major programs to include: predictive maintenance program, water treatment program, transformer reliability program, incident investigation program, training program, and other similar major programs. For example, the PdM program includes day to day management of the test and maintenance fleet services contractor(s), interpretation of the test results, and recommendations to Calpine Management and Calpine Engineering of critical items that are being monitored.  Coordinates and monitors the scheduling, pricing, and technical performance of company programs. Responsibilities also include aiding in the negotiation of contracts and contractual changes and coordinating preparations of proposals, plans, specifications, and financial conditions of contracts. The programs managed by the Program Manager are to provide consistent implementation of the program throughout Calpine's Fleet, improving operational reliability and efficiency. Ensures adherence to master plans and schedules develops solutions to program problems and ensures programs are consistently delivered and maintained. Provides technical guidance to other departments within Calpine.  Provide technical leadership to both internal and external organizations and entities.    

Responsibilities

• Comprehensive knowledge.
• Seasoned professional with advanced applied experience.
• Applies advanced skills contributing to knowledge areas within function, but not yet an expert in all.
• Makes recommendations on moderately complex issues regarding project components and tasks.
• May make recommendations on new processes, tools and services; supports and contributes to development of new products, services or techniques.
• Works on problems of diverse scope ranging from moderate to complex.
• Uses independent judgment requiring in-depth analysis of variable factors. Collaborates with senior professionals in selection of methods, techniques, and analytical approach.
• Little instruction on day-to-day work, general instructions on new assignments.
• Serves as project/technical lead on small to medium sized projects; may coordinate work of professionals, technicians and others outside of own department. 
• Works within specific guidelines and procedures and is frequently required to interpret application of policies/procedures/technical methods for others; often required to apply ingenuity and originality.
• Resource integrator – builds professional networks and identifies and connects resources to achieve goals. Regularly contributes actionable ideas in brainstorming and planning sessions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in technical engineering and or chemical field of study
• Seasoned professional; typically requires 5+ years’ experience.

Salary Information

• Salary Range - $115,556.00 - $147,335.00

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Fervo Energy

Decarbonizing the energy sector is an urgent challenge, and with the right technology, geothermal energy can play a central role. We are expanding our team to help make this vision a reality. Fervo Energy has developed technology to make geothermal power scalable and cost-effective. Join us and work alongside world-class engineers, researchers, investors, and developers in making geothermal a key pillar of our climate-friendly energy future.

DESCRIPTION

The Project Finance Counsel will play a critical role in structuring and closing financing deals for our innovative geothermal energy projects. The position will be responsible for overseeing project-level finance documents, including drafting and negotiating term sheets, commitment letters, loan documents, intercreditor agreements, and security agreements. The Project Finance Counsel will report to the Vice President, General Counsel.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Draft and negotiate sophisticated financing documentation for project finance transactions, ensuring alignment with project goals and risk mitigation strategies
• Provide comprehensive legal advice and support to clients throughout the project finance lifecycle, from deal origination to closing
• Conduct thorough legal review of project documentation, including term sheets, commitment letters, contracts, agreements, and regulatory filings, identifying and addressing potential risks
• Research and analyze complex project finance laws, regulations, and industry best practices, staying current on evolving trends and legal developments
• Collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including clients, partners, lenders, and investors, to develop and execute winning transactional strategies
• Assist in due diligence reviews, meticulously preparing transactional documents and closing materials.
• Communicate clearly and concisely with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties involved in project finance transactions
• Assist in structuring FOAK geothermal projects, including drafting and implementing intercompany agreements acceptable to creditors and lenders
• Review major documents, such as PPAs, EPC agreements, etc. for financeability
• Works to ensure budget compliance and effectively manages the use of external counsel

QUALIFICATIONS

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Admission to the [Texas] State Bar or eligibility for admission by motion
• 8+ years of experience in project finance law, with a demonstrated track record of success in the renewable energy sector
• Strong competency in drafting and negotiating complex financing documents, including loan agreements, security agreements, and intercreditor agreements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain intricate legal concepts in a clear and concise manner
• Flexible thinker with superb problem-solving abilities, and a knack for identifying and mitigating potential risks
• Ability to design and implement FOAK project finance structures to satisfy potential lenders and project level investors
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively, while also being a strong team player
• Meticulous attention to detail with exceptional organizational skills
• Unwavering commitment to providing high-quality legal services and exceeding client expectations
• Experience with tax equity partnerships, federal tax credits and the transfer of tax credits, as well as the Financing Programs offered by the Loan Program Office (LPO) is a plus

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FERVO ENERGY

Company

Fervo’s Mission is to use innovation in geoscience to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy. To accomplish that goal, Fervo has developed groundbreaking technology solutions that have advanced the state-of-the-art of geothermal energy decades ahead of schedule, including the world’s most successful commercial enhanced geothermal system completed in 2023. Fervo has raised over $400 million from leading investors and has secured a multi-billion-dollar project pipeline to meet the world’s growing need for 24/7 carbon free energy. Join us and work alongside world-class engineers, researchers, investors, and developers in making geothermal a key pillar of our climate-friendly energy future.

Role

The Project Engineer will lead the design, development, and construction of permanent & temporary surface facilities across Fervo’s portfolio of geothermal energy developments. This person will be responsible for project initiation, assessment and scoping, budget estimation, execution planning, scheduling, cost monitoring, construction oversight, and commissioning & field operations. This Project Engineer will be specifically focused on well pad facilities that move fluid to / from the well pads to / from the power plant, including the temporary facilities required to test the wells before permanent facility installation. The Project Engineer will participate in or lead multidiscipline teams to support early phase project development; these teams consist of geothermal facility engineers, reservoir engineers, drilling & completions engineers, operations, project controllers for cost & schedule. The Project Engineer will report to the Project Manager for Well Pad Facilities. The position will be based in Fervo Energy’s principal offices in Houston, Texas and will require travel various field locations.

Responsibilities

• Own well pad facilities scope for temporary well testing activities and incorporate learnings into permanent facilities design
• Own makeup water well scope for temporary and permanent water needs
  • Develop, deliver, commission, and execute makeup water well facilities and own connection to well pad facilities
• Utilizing project management principles, knowledge, and experience to manage full life cycle of surface facilities at Fervo’s existing and proposed project sites
• Executing design, specification, construction management, and commissioning of Organic Rankine Cycle geothermal power plant facilities, existing production facility upgrades, pipelines, gathering systems, and transmission interconnection buildouts
• Developing preliminary, and eventually honing, budgetary estimates and schedules for active and prospective projects
• Engaging and maintaining relationships with major equipment suppliers to optimize facility design
• Acting as the primary technical lead during negotiations of major surface facility equipment supply contracts
• Collaborating across technical and commercial teams to successfully deliver projects on time and on budget
• Identifying continuous improvement opportunities and executing ongoing continuous improvement measures
• Provide solutions and optimization support to operations to resolve day-to-day operational issues
• Develop/modify Operating/Maintenance procedures and assist with understanding/comprehension of material to provide safety and optimized performance
• Develop projects and engineering design that improve the safety and operability of the facility
• Lead and/or participate in Risk Assessments, PHA, and Incident Investigations/Learning Teams
• Provide direct and impartial feedback to ensure corporate and industry code compliance
• Lead MOC process for all activities that are directly supported including coordination with all support functions, submission of MOC, updating appropriate documents and completion of Pre-Start Up Safety Reviews (PSSR)
• Provide creative project options to meet critical timelines or capital requirements
• Support Project Teams and Operations in the commissioning and start-up of new/modified facilities
• Act as key interface to ensure regulatory and HSE compliance

Required Qualifications

• 4 to 8 years of facilities engineering experience
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Petroleum)
• Experience with facility construction management; pipeline and gathering facility design; utility interconnection processes and procedures
• Experience with key industry codes and standards; Experience with identification and evaluation of new technologies and their incorporation into facility projects
• Proficiency working with project management and scheduling software; Ability to lead engineering efforts and work effectively in cross-functional teams
• Effective written and verbal presentation and communication skills
• Ability to stay organized while managing multiple projects at different stages of development

Preferred Qualifications

• Geothermal facilities and transmission interconnection experience; Expertise with a wide range of renewable energy types; Familiarity with subsurface science and drilling
• Advanced knowledge of Technical Standards (API, ASME, ISA84, IEEE etc.)
• Trained in/ experienced in process improvement methodologies (e.g. Lean Six Sigma, Agile)
• 5+ years of experience in technical areas related to facilities; experience directing Engineering contractors
• Ability to specify appropriate equipment and material as well as evaluate alternatives; Builds effective solutions based on available information and makes timely decisions that are safe and ethical

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Fervo Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, gender, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex, genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. It also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics.

Megawatt Recruitment Agency 
This position can be hybrid in the office or fully remote.

Employer Overview:

When you join this privately held, industry leader in engineering and construction, this will be a career move, not just a job change. Headquartered in Boston, this $1B+ annual revenue company has diverse operations across multiple lines of infrastructure including energy, water, transportation, and environmental remediation and employs about 5,000 people.

Within the energy sector, this company does projects with various forms of renewable energy including geothermal, clean hydrogen, waste to energy, solar, and wind as well as reusable energy sources such as sewage, biomass, and waste heat.

For geothermal energy, this company is vertically integrated as a general contractor and EPC. Its in-house teams conduct feasibility studies, design, build, and commission geothermal power plants around the world. With 10+ years of experience in geothermal, you will be working with a management team that understands the technologies available, has a healthy appetite for risk, and who have the right people and resources available to quickly execute new projects.

Position Overview:

The Northeast Regional Leader for Geothermal is a senior, strategic position that will be responsible for expanding the geothermal business unit both in terms of new projects and building a team.

You will work alongside municipalities, federal agencies, schools, industrial clients, and private businesses to provide turnkey geothermal projects at community-scale and district-scale to help them meet their sustainability goals through implementation of geothermal power generation projects.

You will be managing project-based teams to deliver the full suite of services to bring projects from concept to completion including an in-house permitting team, design teams including electrical, civil, and mechanical (HVAC), and other members of the team including scheduler, project management, legal, and financial planning (ex: maximizing incentives at federal, state, and local level). This company serves as a general contractor for many of its clients, so you will also be responsible for evaluating, selecting, and overseeing outside engineers, consultants, and service providers.

Because this company has been involved with large scale geothermal projects globally for 10+ years, you will benefit from having team members and decision makers who are familiar with the technology, understand the costs, and have a healthy appetite for risk. You will also find that the company has many in-house resources already available to you ranging from software packages to the right talent to execute your projects.

Reports to: Regional Team Leader for Geotechnical

Direct reports: 1 and also manages project-based teams of people within this matrix organization

Key Responsibilities:

• New Project Origination: As the regional expert for geothermal, you should have a pulse on the market and should work jointly with the business development team to seek out new opportunities and to cross sell geothermal into other projects the company is bidding on.
  • Keep abreast of upcoming project tenders and participate in the RfP process
  • Develop creative and bespoke solutions for complex projects such as district heating & cooling, dormitory/multifamily building retrofits, and C&I (commercial and industrial) energy solutions
  • Lead multidisciplinary teams to create pre-feasibility designs and coordinate with the financial planning team to help customers qualify for and maximize credits and incentives.
  • Showcase the company’s technology, workmanship, track record of success and other differentiators to win business
  • Attend conferences, webinars, and other events to promote our company alongside sales staff
  • Leverage your network to promote the business
  • Monitor changes in the market including regulatory, policy, grants, credits, and other incentives that can help build a geothermal value proposition for customers
  • Flag to the team any changes in the market that might provide challenges for building, operating, commissioning, or decommissioning geothermal power plants
  • Think creatively about ways to overcome challenges in the market and work with the broader team to better position our business to adapt to changes
  • Keep a pulse on new and emerging technologies and investment opportunities in geothermal energy
• Project Development and Construction
  • Be the project owner for multidisciplinary geothermal projects to suit the unique needs of clients including for sustainability goals, energy efficiency goals, renewable energy use goals, or green building goals
  • Coordinate with vendors for site assessments and compile site assessment studies for internal and external use
  • Create energy models
  • Coordinate with internal team members for project design, engineering, construction, permitting, procurement, and other areas
  • Work with the design engineer to create geothermal systems master studies, bore field systems, and detailed design
  • Ensure designs comply with the locale’s regulations (whether city, county, state, and/or federal), industry standards, and our company’s standards
  • Sign off on designs from junior engineers
• Other:
  • Participate in the recruitment process to help the company attract and retain the best talent
  • Contribute to our knowledge database with lessons learned and best practices
  • Have an attitude of valuing continuous improvement
  • Provide mentorship and guidance for junior employees

Requirements:

• MUST HAVE: Degree in Civil Engineering, Mining Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or similar engineering discipline. 
  • Note: Mechanical Engineering degree holders must be able to show significant professional experience with geotechnical work
• MUST HAVE: P.E. (Professional Engineer) license – you will stamp designs
• 15+ years overall work experience with at least the last 3 years in geothermal, likely up to 25 years experience

Other:

• Location: This position can be hybrid in the office or fully remote.  If you prefer to work in the office, you could work out of Boston, NYC, northern New Jersey, southern New Hampshire, or Upstate New York.
• Travel up to 25%, primarily in the Northeast
• Plaxis or FLAC experience a plus
• Certifications preferred: Certified GeoExchange Designer, Certified Geothermal Inspector
• Other experiences preferred: trenchless design or tunneling

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The Bureau of Economic Geology (Bureau) at The University of Texas at Austin

The Bureau of Economic Geology (Bureau) at The University of Texas at Austin is hiring researchers and post-docs for geothermal reservoir engineering and techno-economics. The successful candidates will contribute to various projects under the HotRock industrial affiliates program and other geothermal-related funded projects at the Bureau. You may review the job responsibilities for each position; and apply for desired position using the links below.

You may reach out to Ken Wisian (ken.wisian@beg.utexas.edu) or Shuvajit Bhattacharya (shuvajit.bhattacharya@beg.utexas.edu) for more details.

Geothermal Postdoctoral Fellow

https://utaustin.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UTstaff/job/PICKLE-RESEARCH-CAMPUS/Geothermal-Postdoctoral-Fellow_R_00033471

Geothermal Reservoir Modeler/Engineer

https://utaustin.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UTstaff/job/PICKLE-RESEARCH-CAMPUS/Geothermal-Reservoir-Modeler-Engineer_R_00033473

Research Assistant Professor - Geothermal Reservoir Modeler/Engineer

https://apply.interfolio.com/146864 

Research Associate Professor - Geothermal Reservoir Modeler/Engineer

https://apply.interfolio.com/146865

About Bureau of Economic Geology, University of Texas at Austin
Established in 1909, the Bureau of Economic Geology in the Jackson School of Geosciences is the oldest and second-largest organized research unit at The University of Texas at Austin. In addition to functioning as the State Geological Survey of Texas, the Bureau conducts research focusing on the intersection of energy, the environment, and the economy, where significant advances are being made tackling tough problems globally. The Bureau partners with federal, state, and local agencies, academic institutions, industry, nonprofit organizations, and foundations to conduct high-quality research and disseminate the results to the scientific and engineering communities as well as to the broad public. Bureau researchers spearhead basic and applied research projects around the world; among them, research in energy resources and economics, coastal and environmental studies, land resources and use, geologic and mineral mapping, hydrogeology, geochemistry, and subsurface nanotechnology. The Bureau provides technical, educational, advisory, and publicly accessible information via a myriad of media forms to Texas, the nation, and the world. Talented people are the Bureau of Economic Geology’s formula for success. The research staff includes more than 140 scientists, engineers, and economists, representing 27 countries, working in integrated, multidisciplinary research teams. Together with 60 skilled graduate students, 15 postdocs, and 50 professional support staff, they find solutions to the world’s greatest challenges in energy and environmental research.

Fervo Energy

Decarbonizing the energy sector is an urgent challenge, and with the right technology, geothermal energy can play a central role. We are expanding our team to help make this vision a reality. Fervo Energy has developed technology to make geothermal power scalable and cost-effective. Join us and work alongside world-class engineers, researchers, investors, and developers in making geothermal a key pillar of our climate-friendly energy future.

Description

The Reservoir Engineer will be responsible for providing reservoir engineering analysis to support Fervo Energy’s geothermal exploration and development activities. This position will play a key role in shaping the development strategy, evaluating investment opportunities, and optimizing reservoir performance across Fervo’s growing project portfolio. Responsibilities will include applying advanced reservoir simulation and geomechanics software to perform history matching, production forecasting, well completion and stimulation treatment design optimization, and reservoir management optimization. The Reservoir Engineer will design and implement well testing, reservoir monitoring, stress measurement, and other data acquisition programs to continuously improve Fervo’s field operations. This position will report to the Reservoir Engineering Manager.

Requirements

• History match geothermal reservoir simulation models based on field-wide production data
• Analyze field collected stimulation data to inform future well design
• Work with a cross-functional team of geologists, geophysicists, and drilling & completions engineers to integrate a variety of subsurface data and develop geothermal reservoir conceptual models
• Support the Asset Team with planning, design and execution of reservoir diagnostic programs
• Develop and implement data acquisition and well testing programs for Fervo field projects; develop well testing procedures and analyze field data
• Analyze production and injection data, including pressure transient data, rate-transient data, and diagnostic fracture injection test (DFIT) data
• Conduct optimization studies and economic sensitivities 
• Develop uncertainty quantification and complete production decline curve analysis for reserves forecasting of Fervo projects
• Work with the project development team to perform financial modeling; assist with asset management and investment analysis/diligence; provide simulation and reservoir engineering support to R&D projects
• Develop geomechanical models and evaluate subsurface state of stress
• Prepare comprehensive technical evaluations with recommendations
• Work with the resource team to identify and evaluate opportunities to deploy innovative technologies to improve reservoir performance
• Use reservoir simulation to perform production forecasts to evaluate various reservoir management strategies and development plans
• Participate in industry meetings and conferences

Qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering experience in the oil and gas or geothermal industries
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering; Master’s degree preferred
• Experience running commercial reservoir simulation software including Eclipse, CMG, Tough2, or TETRAD
• Experience running commercial or research hydraulic fracture simulation software, including GOHFER, Kinetix, ResFrac, StimPlan, or FrackOptima
• Experience with Python programming
• Preferred: Experience developing code for advanced reservoir simulation and reservoir geomechanics software
• Preferred: Experience in SAGD, water floods, hydraulic fracturing, and well stimulation techniques in unconventional oil and gas
• Preferred: Experience in geothermal reservoir engineering in conventional hydrothermal systems
• Preferred: Experience working with geomodeling software (EarthVision, GOCAD, LeapFrog, or similar)
• Preferred: Experience in data analytics

Location

Fervo Energy is headquartered in Houston, TX with growing offices in Oakland, CA, Golden, CO, Reno, NV, and Salt Lake City, UT. This position will be eligible for some hybrid work flexibility, but regular in-office presence at the Golden or Houston offices will be required. Travel is required for this position. 

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Eavor Technologies Inc.

Operations Support · Calgary, Alberta (Hybrid)

Department: Operations Support

Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada 

Reports to: Director, Software Engineering

Description

Eavor Technologies Inc. is seeking a dynamic Senior Simulation Software Engineer to join our Software Development team. Employed by Eavor whose head office is located in Calgary, Alberta, the Senior Simulation Software Engineer will play a pivotal role in the technology development efforts of Eavor. We invite you to read more about Eavor at our website or LinkedIn. 

This hybrid role is based in Calgary, Alberta, but could require limited travel based on business needs.

Responsibilities:

Physics Based Model Development  

• Lead the development of physics-based models and software to accurately simulate complex systems or phenomena related to magnetic ranging, thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, stress/structural analysis, drilling mechanics and/or similar disciplines. 
• Utilize numerical methods, linear algebra, differential equations, and finite element analysis to solve complex problems. 
• Maintain, optimize and enhance Eavor’s in-house modelling software tools. 

Software Development 

• Collaborate with scientists and engineers to transform theoretical models and algorithms into high-quality software. 
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code, adhering to best practices and coding standards. 
• Document software design, implementation, and validation processes for future reference and knowledge sharing. 

Technology Development  

• Provide technical expertise to discussions with various partners on joint technology development.  
• Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address technical challenges. 

Experience:

• Experience with Python (Numpy, Scipy)
• Strong understanding of physics aspects such as electromagnetics and fluid dynamics 
• Strong mathematical skills including linear algebra and numerical methods
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, technical writing, communication, and teamwork skills 
• Commitment to continuous learning
• BS or higher in a pertinent field such as Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics or Engineering 
• Willing to work in a hybrid environment 
• Eligible to work in Canada 

Preferred:    

• Expertise in developing simulation software related to electromagnetics, thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, stress/structural analysis, and drilling mechanics 
• Experience developing signal processing software 
• Simulation and systems architecture design and implementation experience
• Experience with memory and performance profiling tools (Valgrind, gprof, VTune, etc)
• Experience delivering C++ logic through RESTful APIs
• Knowledge of SQL

Who is Eavor Technologies Inc? Eavor (pronounced “Ever”) is a private company founded in 2017 to develop and commercialize disruptive geothermal technology.  We leverage oil and gas technology, along with some proprietary solutions, to create the world’s first closed-loop geothermal system.  Eavor has successfully built a prototype demonstration facility (“Eavor-Lite”) in Alberta along with our partners.  Working with clients and partners, we are progressing a pipeline of commercial projects in Northern Europe, Canada, The United States, and Japan.

Why Eavor Technologies Inc.? Our company is committed to providing an environment where we enable quality learning experiences and mentoring with a group of professionals. We will help grow your professional career in our quickly expanding company.

What we bring to the table:

• Competitive compensation package including upside opportunity
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible, hybrid working environment
• Benefits package which includes health, dental and life
• Company sponsored Health Care Spending Account
• Fast-paced, fun, and collaborative working environment
• Company-sponsored professional development
• A team invested in you both personally and professionally
• New and freshly renovated office space including gym membership
• The opportunity to change the world and be a part of the evolution of scalable, clean, baseload and dispatchable power

Eavor Technologies is an equal-opportunity employer, and we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and barrier-free work environment for all employees and candidates. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply and if accommodation is required during any stage of the recruitment process, please contact any member of the Management team. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

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Calpine Corporation

Job Category: Commercial Analytics

Requisition Number: SRTRA005106

Houston, Texas 77002

Calpine Corporation is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. Its fleet of 76 power plants in operation and one under construction represents nearly 26,000 megawatts of generation capacity. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states, Canada and Mexico. Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner. 

The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity. 

Job Summary (includes but is not limited to the following; other duties may be assigned)

Responsible for performing electrical load flow studies associated with Calpine’s use of the electric transmission system. The Transmission Analyst conducts analysis and research on the topology, operation of the transmission grid, and procedures for facilitating electric transmission transactions within various defined market areas. Responsible for providing analysis to inform Calpine’s view of locational market pricing across all ISO/RTOs in which Calpine operates.

Knowledge base should include a subset of the following:

• Electrical grid physics
• Electricity market structures, dynamics, and rules; FTR, CRR and TCC structures Power plant operations
• Load flow and nodal price modeling software platforms (such as PSLF, PSSE, PROMOD, UPLAN, Dayzer, etc.) and associated data structures • Should have experience with transmission modeling; analytical applications such as Excel, SQL, Visual Basic, Python, R, SAS, C++, Java/.NET, and other programming languages.
• Strong orientation toward designing efficient and reliable processes is required; should be able to demonstrate success managing and improving complex processes
• Understanding of ISO market structure and energy commodities. Job Responsibility:
• Perform transmission system studies and market simulations, using power flow programs and market modeling platforms to identify transmission system capabilities and limitations, and determine risks and opportunities for Calpine’s generation assets and commercial positions.
• Support hedging and trading activities through CRRs/FTRs/TCCs and other market transactions to help optimize Calpine’s portfolio.
• Provide transmission expertise and analytical support for Calpine’s commercial development and strategic origination activities.
• Produce regular short-term to mid-term market reports and forecasts.
• Support the development and continuous improvement of Calpine’s proprietary LMP market modeling and analytics platform.
• Participate in RTO/ISO and Regional Reliability Council meetings to support Calpine’s positions in transmission matters; gather competitive intelligence concerning changes in the transmission grid that may affect the wholesale market in general, and Calpine’s interests in particular.
• Support other analytical and managerial efforts as needed within and beyond Commercial Analytics.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering with power systems as focus, mathematics, applied statistics, computer science or data science, economics or commensurate operational experience. Advanced degree in technical fields is highly desirable. Strong analytical and problem solving capability is highly desirable.
• Seasoned professional; typically requires 3 plus years of experience with most recent two years focused on transmission systems planning and or operation while working with automated load flow tools and systems. Also requires familiarity with topology, operation of transmission grids and procedures for facilitating electric transmission transactions within various defined market areas.
• Experience and knowledge of sitting issues such as location and possible mitigation of chronically congested areas of the electronic transmission grid. Also requires working knowledge of the major transmission issues associated with local market structure such as congestion management.

Additional Benefit - Hybrid with On-Site in Houston, TX: Three times a week with Manager approval 

Additional Calpine Information:

• Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
• Calpine is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply for a position, please send an e-mail with your request to hrrecruitment@calpine.com. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation are made on case-by-case basis.

Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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Ormat - Exploration & Resource Management Team

Reno, NV

Company Description

Headquartered in Reno, Nevada, Ormat is a leading geothermal company and the only vertically integrated company solely engaged in geothermal and recovered energy generation (REG), with the objective of becoming a leading global provider of renewable energy. 

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for assisting in geologic evaluations of geothermal systems to support world-class exploration, development, and operations of geothermal resources globally.  An individual in this role will work in a world-class collaborative and multi-disciplinary environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Maintains a safe work place and takes responsibility for safety with the goal of zero incidents
• Performs a variety of tasks with a capability to work independently or within a team environment.  Completes work assignments with suitable levels of supervision.
• Acts in a dependable manner and uses sound judgement in all activities. 
• Possesses a high willingness to receive coaching, mentoring and training to continually improve
• Prepares technical insights in a suitable communication method such as reports and presentations with accurate use of company tools, templates and standards
• Manages data and information in a manner that is consistent with company systems and processes
• Researches prospect characteristics, including rock types, alteration, geothermal surface manifestations
• Mines data existing drilling information, including temperature, pressure, flow tests, lithology, etc.
• Maps surface and subsurface geology
• Builds 3D geologic models and analyzes data to improve geologic understanding
• Targets wells for exploration and/or development drilling
• Generates new prospects and play concepts
• Assesses new opportunities for acquisition and communicates recommendations to management
• Collects fluid samples for analysis, oversees well logging operations, and assists engineers with flow tests
• Protects the environment by complying with federal, state, and local regulations and follows best practices
• Uses cutting-edge technology and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Other duties and projects as assigned by management

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED

• Must possess a Bachelor of Science in a relevant geoscience subject and be working toward a Master’s or Doctorate degree in a relevant geoscience subject with an expected graduation date before Summer 2026
• Must be able to use and acquire knowledge of a variety of computer software applications. Must be proficient in MS Word, Excel, Power Point and use of the Internet.
• Proficiency in technical specialist applications including, but not limited to GIS, ENVI, Global Mapper, Leapfrog, and Surfer is a plus
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English at a level which will permit the employee to accurately understand and communicate information to safely and efficiently perform the job duties
• Ability to prioritize and plan work activities so time is used efficiently and effectively
• Must demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness to ensure quality performance
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner
• Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
• A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required
• Field mapping and structural geology experience is a plus
• Geophysical and/or geochemical training is a plus
• Must take pride in being a great team member
• Ability to seek out and solve hard problems

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• The ability to work in an office environment and to work at a computer, and computer monitor, and use repetitive motion for long periods of time
• The ability to navigate and work in remote field locations and work outdoors in difficult weather conditions
• The ability to walk, hike, and work on steep, rough terrain for extended periods of time
• The ability to safely operate 4WD light vehicles on highways and off-road safely
• The ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment
• The ability to periodically lift up to 50 lbs
• The ability to travel up to 30% of the time

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Ormat - Exploration & Resource Management Team

Reno, NV

Company Description

Headquartered in Reno, Nevada, Ormat is a leading geothermal company and the only vertically integrated company solely engaged in geothermal and recovered energy generation (REG), with the objective of becoming a leading global provider of renewable energy. 

POSITION SUMMARY

Assist in acquisition, QA/QC, processing, modeling, interpretation, and management of geophysical data as directed by Staff Geophysicist, Project Managers, or the Exploration/Development Manager. Receive training on field work best practices and data acquisition techniques with the goal of leading geophysical surveys at geothermal exploration and development projects in Nevada.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assist with magnetotelluric (MT) geophysical field work in remote areas of Nevada for the purpose of imaging and characterizing geothermal prospects.
• Upon satisfactory training, lead geophysical surveys with minimal supervision.
• Design and execute daily survey plans including logistics, route planning, permit compliance, data management and field safety.
• Responsible for QA/QC, processing, and modeling of magnetotelluric data using commercial software.
• Responsible for generating maps, cross sections, figures, memos and/or presentations that aid in interpretation of geophysical data.
• Work with Staff Geophysicist and Project Geologist to integrate geophysical interpretation into existing conceptual model(s).
• Maintain geophysical equipment.
• Must be able to operate a 4WD vehicle in a safe manner in both on and off-road conditions

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Organize and catalog legacy geophysical datasets and reports.
• Aid field operations as needed.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED

• Working on or recently completed a bachelor’s degree in geologic sciences or geophysics, or alternatively, a physics or engineering degree with a relevant focus.
• Experience doing remote and/or self-guided field work is strongly favorable.
• Previous work with electronic equipment or sensors favorable but not required.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English at a level which will permit the employee to accurately understand and communicate information to perform the job duties safely and efficiently
• Must possess at any time a valid driver’s license with a driving record acceptable to Ormat’s auto insurance carrier
• Must be able to use and acquire knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation.  Must be proficient in MS Word, Excel, Power Point and use of the Internet.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to travel and work in remote field locations and extremes of weather
• Ability to travel on foot over rough and/or steep terrain
• Ability to lift and move 50 lbs. on an occasional basis
• Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment
• Travel approximately 50% of the time

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Ormat - Exploration & Resource Management Team

Reno, NV

Company Description

Headquartered in Reno, Nevada, Ormat is a leading geothermal company and the only vertically integrated company solely engaged in geothermal and recovered energy generation (REG), with the objective of becoming a leading global provider of renewable energy. 

Position Summary

This position is responsible for monitoring the performance of geothermal production and injection wells, performing reservoir engineering analysis on operating and developing geothermal fields, monitoring and analyzing production well pump performance, and designing and supervising well tests and logs.

Essential Functions

Other Responsibilities

Education, Experience, and Skills Required

Physical Requirements

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Ormat - Exploration & Resource Management Team

Reno, NV

Company Description

Headquartered in Reno, Nevada, Ormat is a leading geothermal company and the only vertically integrated company solely engaged in geothermal and recovered energy generation (REG), with the objective of becoming a leading global provider of renewable energy. 

Geochemistry Intern

Position Summary

Assist in sampling and sample preparation, data analysis, interpretation, and management of exploration and production-level brine and gas analyses as directed by Staff Geochemist, Resource Manager, or the Exploration/Development Manager. Optimize workflows and coordinate scheduling with various business units to meet necessary sampling schedules and reporting deadlines. Help develop and populate geochemical database, including structuring, formatting, and data entry.

Essential Functions

Other Responsibilities

Education, Experience, and Skills Required

Physical Requirements

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