Geothermal Power Plant Engineering Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

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

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

Position Overview

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

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

Technical Leadership & Coordination

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

Commercial Coordination (Schedule & Budget)

Process Controls & Compliance

Collaboration & Leadership

Competencies

Education and Experience

Physical requirements

Other duties

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

Affirmative Action / EEO statement

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