Process Engineer

The Process Engineer will support the design, development, and optimization of surface facilities across Fervo's portfolio of geothermal energy developments. This role will contribute to project assessments and initiation, working as part of multidiscipline teams to advance early-phase project development and brownfield optimization efforts. The Process Engineer will collaborate closely with maintenance, operations, and subsurface teams to ensure safe and efficient facility performance. This position will report directly to the Senior Process Engineer.

Requirements

Responsibilities

Technical & Execution

• Lead design & specification of Organic Rankine Cycle power plant facilities, including upgrades to production facilities, pipelines, and well-pads
• Develop core deliverables : process design basis, PFDs, P&IDs, equipment lists, simulations, and engineering calculations
• Engage with equipment suppliers to optimize designs and act as process lead in major contract negotiations
• Support commissioning, performance testing, and start-up of new or modified facilities

Safety & Collaboration

Qualifications

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 Houston or Reno offices will be required. Travel is required for this position.