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Clean Technology

Empowering innovation in clean technology recruitment worldwide

Clean Energy Systems

We specialise in connecting organisations with talent driving innovation. From renewable energy to novel nuclear and long duration energy storage, our deep market insight ensures we find skilled professionals to optimise and integrate renewable systems. Trust us to build teams that lead the charge in advancing clean, scalable energy solutions.

Grid Edge

Our expertise in the Grid Edge sector ensures access to professionals revolutionising energy distribution. From demand response experts to distributed energy leaders, we understand the talent driving innovation at the grid’s edge. Let us help you secure forward-thinking individuals who can optimise energy management and deliver impactful solutions.

Carbon Solutions

We connect organisations with experts in carbon capture, utilisation, and storage, as well as offset strategies. Our in-depth market knowledge allows us to identify professionals committed to reducing emissions and advancing sustainability goals. Build a team with the technical skills and passion needed to lead in this critical sector.

Clean Mobility & EVs

We specialise in recruiting for Clean Mobility and EVs, matching organisations with talent transforming transportation. From electric vehicle engineers to infrastructure innovators, our global reach ensures access to exceptional professionals. Let us help you build a team that drives progress in sustainable, efficient mobility solutions for a cleaner future.

Energy Software & Technology

Energy Software and Technology demands top-tier talent who can merge data and innovation. We excel in recruiting experts for AI-driven platforms, smart grids, and digital energy optimisation. With our understanding of this rapidly evolving sector, we connect you with forward-thinking professionals ready to lead your organisation’s technological advancements.

Find your next hire

We specialise in clean technology professional recruitment and executive search, offering world-class expertise and deep knowledge of the global talent market.

 

Our team identifies exceptional professionals to help innovative organisations lead the energy transition and achieve lasting impact for the planet. Get in touch today to learn more about how Acre can help you find identify the best candidates in the market. 

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Clean Technology Insights

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Net Zero Investment in Wales

Acre is proud to unveil the Net Zero Investment in Wales report: a comprehensive analysis of the current landscape, opportunities, and challenges associated with achieving net zero in Wales. This report explores the investment required, sector-specific pathways, and the role of policy and stakeholders in delivering a sustainable future.

 

Wales stands at a pivotal moment in the race to reach net zero. As clean energy, carbon removal, and decarbonisation solutions gain momentum, this report highlights both the immense opportunity and the critical challenges ahead; particularly the urgent need to scale investment, infrastructure, and workforce to deliver lasting, economy-wide impact.

 

 

The report aims to answer the following questions:

  • How can Wales attract and scale investment to become a leader in clean energy and decarbonisation?
  • What workforce capabilities and skills are needed to support a successful net zero transition in Wales?
  • Which technologies and collaborative strategies offer the most impactful pathways for reducing emissions across Welsh industries?

 

 

Key findings include:

  • Wales is well-positioned to lead the UK’s net zero transition through innovative clean energy projects.
  • Skills shortages pose a major challenge, especially in early-stage project development.
  • Infrastructure and policy barriers are slowing progress, particularly around grid access and planning.
  • Cross-sector collaboration is essential to scale impact and attract investment.

 

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The number of renewable energy jobs reaches all-time high, report reveals

New capacity in renewables and an increase in equipment manufacturing has led to the biggest ever rise in renewable energy jobs in 2023, according to a new report. The study ‘Renewable Energy and Jobs – Annual Review 2024’ is a joint effort from International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) and the International Labour Organization (ILO).

 

The data shows an increase from 13.7 million in 2022 to 16.2 million, mostly from the solar photovoltaics (PV) sector which is under rapid expansion and supported 7.2 million global jobs. Close to two-thirds of new global solar and wind capacity, however, were installed in China alone last year and out of the 7.2 million jobs in solar PV, 4.6 million were in China - a dominant PV manufacturer and installer.

 

China leads with an estimated 7.4 million renewable energy jobs, followed by the EU at 1.8 million, Brazil with 1.56 million, and the United States and India, each with close to one million jobs. Enabled by significant Chinese investments, Southeast Asia has emerged as an important export hub of solar PV, creating new green jobs enabled by large investments from China.

 

Liquid biofuels ranked second in the largest number of jobs, followed by hydropower and wind. Brazil topped the biofuels ranks, with Indonesia in second place, with a quarter of global biofuels jobs. Direct jobs associated with hydropower were estimated to have decreased from 2.5 million in 2022 to 2.3 million due to a deployment slowdown. China, India, Brazil, Vietnam and Pakistan were the industry’s largest employers. China and Europe lead the way in wind turbine manufacturing and installations, contributing 52 per cent and 21 per cent to the global total of 1.5 million jobs, respectively, while Africa received just a small share of global renewables investments, which translated into a total of 324,000 renewables jobs in 2023, despite immense resource potential.

 

For regions like Africa, in urgent need of reliable and sustainable energy access, and especially in remote areas, decentralised renewable energy (DRE) solutions – stand-alone systems that are not connected to the utility grids – can both plug the access gap and generate jobs in regions such as Africa which are in desperate need of access to sustainable energy. Removing barriers for women to start entrepreneurship initiatives in DRE can stimulate the sector, improving local economies and energy equity.

 

This latest edition of the annual review report emphasises the importance of a people and planet-centred approach to ensure a just and inclusive transition. It calls for a holistic policy framework that prioritises local value creation, creates decent jobs, and develops collaboration to shape the energy transition.

 

Francesco La Camera, IRENA Director-General, said: “The story of the energy transition and its socio-economic gains should not be about one or two regions. If we are all to fulfil our collective pledge to triple renewable power capacity by 2030, the world must step up its game and support marginalised regions in addressing barriers impeding their transitions progress.

 

“Strengthened international collaboration can mobilise increased finance towards policy support and capacity building in countries that are yet to benefit from renewables job creation.”

 

A smooth energy transition requires diverse skills and talents, and policies must support wider workforce diversity and gender equity. While women represent 32 per cent of the renewables total workforce, they continue to hold an unequal share despite the rising number of jobs. Education and training must lead to diverse job opportunities for women, youth, and minority and disadvantaged groups.

 

Gilbert F. Houngbo, ILO Director-General, said: "Investing in education, skills, and training helps reskill all workers from fossil fuel sectors, address gender or other disparities, and prepare the workforce for new clean energy roles.

 

“It is essential if we are to equip workers with the knowledge and skills that they need to get decent jobs, and to ensure that the energy transition is a just and sustainable one. A sustainable transition is what the Paris Agreement requires of us, and what we committed to achieving when we signed up to the Agreement.”

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Unlocking the Talent Landscape in Carbon Solutions

Acre is proud to unveil the first-ever Carbon Solutions Talent Report — a comprehensive analysis of the talent landscape in the clean technology sector. This report explores the latest trends in skillsets, team structures, and salaries, offering a data-driven snapshot of how the carbon solutions industry is evolving.

 

 

Why This Report Matters

Solutions to capture, remove, and repurpose carbon are pivotal in the global fight against climate change. They represent some of the most innovative and high-impact approaches for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and mitigating environmental damage. However, the industry faces significant challenges in building and sustaining the workforce needed to drive these solutions forward.

 

This report aims to answer key questions facing the carbon solutions industry:

  • How will employers attract, develop, and retain leading talent?
  • Where should these professionals be based, and how much should they be paid?
  • How can the industry foster a more equitable, inclusive, and diverse talent pool?

 

 

Key Findings Include:
  • Significant growth in demand for carbon solutions professionals across North America and Europe.
  • Competitive salary benchmarks highlighting how compensation varies by region and expertise.
  • Skillset trends revealing the most sought-after technical and strategic capabilities in the carbon solutions sector.
  • Increasing focus on EDI (Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) as organisations seek to build more resilient and innovative teams.

 

 

“As somebody who spends their days embedded in the carbon solutions space, I know that understanding the trends relating to talent is paramount to the success of any organisation. Our ability to capture, remove, and repurpose carbon hinges on the skills, innovation, and dedication of those leading the charge. By examining and sharing talent trends needed to foster a diverse, skilled workforce, we hope to assist organisations in driving transformative solutions in the fight against climate change.”

 

Tom Rochford,

Director of Clean Technology,

Acre

 

 

Why You Should Download the Report

 

The Carbon Solutions Talent Report is more than just a market analysis — it’s a strategic tool designed to help industry leaders and HR teams build the talent infrastructure required for long-term success.

 

 

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Europe to focus on building water-related resilience

Europe focused on building resilience towards water quality and availability during 2024 EU Green Week for a stronger, more sustainable economy.



The annual conference which ran at the end of May spotlighted the recurrent water-related crises to better understand how to tackle the challenges surrounding it, for both society and the environment, to create a water-resilient continent.



Organised by the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Environment, the event brought an opportunity to discuss the European environmental policy and was expected to attract policymakers, leading environmentalists and stakeholders from across Europe and the rest of the world.

 

 


What challenges is Europe facing?



Climate change has contributed to the surge in extreme weather conditions across the globe, such as floods and droughts, which has had a huge negative impact on those living in Europe.



Years of pollution, ecosystem degradation and structural mismanagement have also exacerbated the problem not only in the EU but worldwide.



Virginijus Sinkevičius, Commissioner for Environment, Oceans and Fisheries, said: “We need it, we take it for granted – but right now, Europe’s water needs our attention.



“The EU faces challenges with water quality and quantity, and things will only get worse with climate change.



“It’s a limited resource and we keep on increasing our demand. If we don't address these issues today, we’re creating bigger problems for the future.”



“So, Green Week will help start a broad, society-wide conversation about water, making people more aware of the challenges, and of the immense advantages there are in building up our water resilience with concrete solutions.”



The 2024 EU Green Week forms part of a wider water resilience campaign, #WaterWiseEU, aiming to drive an EU-wide conversation around its water, build greater awareness and promote positive, collaborative solutions.



Guest speakers discussed various aspects of integrated water management, including fostering a water smart EU economy, addressing the challenges of restoring and protecting the disrupted water cycle, ensuring widespread access to clean, affordable water and sanitation, and promoting international water cooperation.

 

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Innovation Zero sustainability heroes gather to fight climate change

Sustainability innovators and changemakers flocked to London this week for a major net zero conference, where there was a heavy focus on solutions for a low-carbon future.

 

The Innovation Zero event (30 April - 1 May) is the UK’s largest net zero industry event in the capital, hosting thousands of attendees to discuss the acceleration of climate change solutions for a net zero future.

Innovative solutions presented over the two days spanned the full breadth of the sustainability landscape, including energy, transport, finance and advanced tech, carbon markets, food and agriculture, oceans and water and industrial.

The event, at London Olympia, showcased hundreds of expert speakers spanning the sustainability sector including:

  • The Rt Hon Claire Coutinho MP, Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero

  • Mike Pitts, Deputy Challenge Director, Innovate UK 

  • Greg Jackson, CEO, Octopus Energy

  • Rhian-Mari Thomas, Chief Executive, Green Finance Institute

  • Sweta Chakraborty, CEO North America, We Don’t Have Time

What is Innovation Zero?

Innovation Zero provides a major platform for discussion on key sustainability issues, bringing the innovations and tech to the forefront that will help the UK meet its net zero goals over the coming years.

Hundreds of exhibitors highlighted their cutting-edge solutions and technologies that are helping businesses and organisations reduce their emissions and progress net zero targets.

A new addition is the Innovation Gallery, where more than 20 leading green tech start-ups and sustainability businesses demonstrated their latest inventions to tackle the climate crisis. These include AdaptavateCarbonplaceChimney SheepClimatiqExigerHeatHorizonHubl and Last Energy.

The Innovation Zero Awards was also launched at the event, officially supported by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero. The awards showcased ground-breaking solutions and low carbon technologies to help fight the climate crisis by reducing or eliminating businesses’ carbon footprint.

Paul Dunne, Innovation Zero CEO and co-founder said: “The introduction of this years’ awards, showcase, and Innovation Gallery features are aimed at enhancing networking and discovery among innovators, corporate sustainability leaders, investors and policymakers and we’re looking forward to seeing the positive impact these additions will have on our collective journey towards achieving net zero.”



 

What else is new at this year’s event?

Innovation Zero joined ranks with tech start-up Ideaonomy, enabling attendees to use an AI-enabled portal to view, rank and publish sector challenges and share solutions with industry peers.

Matt Hastings, founder and CEO of Ideaonomy, said: “An Ideaonomy is essentially an interconnected, collaborative cross-sector innovation ecosystem enabling companies and organisations to share resources, communicate, collaborate and also compete at the same time.

“We facilitate new innovations connecting in really unusual and interesting ways so that organisations can collaborate, solve problems and ultimately try and get ourselves out of the hole that we have found ourselves in as a species.”

If you attended Innovation Zero, we would love to hear from you to discuss some of the more robust innovations that will fight climate change and boost a greener economy.

Did you showcase your innovation at the event?

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Clean Technology Jobs

Key Account Manager
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Clean Technology

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Do you want to work at the forefront of the Voluntary Carbon Markets?  

Wish to join a fast-growing, entrepreneurial team?

 

Removall Carbon is a Paris-based project developer designing and operating certified, high-integrity, and high-impact carbon offset projects.  They also support companies and organisations in their climate ambitions by enabling them to finance or invest in these projects. 

The team strives to only support projects that have real, measurable co-benefits and equitable profit-sharing. They aim to become a market leader in the provision of carbon solutions and innovative carbon funds. The business development and client team play an important role in growing Removall’s client base across Europe.

Led by a reputable leadership team with a strong track record, the company has gained a strong profile since its inception through its investment in various high profile transactions.

To support the organisation’s growth, Removall is looking for a Key Account Manager with direct experience in carbon markets.

 

 

Fostering client relationships 

  • Leading on client management, ensuring that the business relationships you foster remain long-term, strategic, and commercial.
  • Working on innovation, listening to client needs and developing new products and service offerings that position Removallahead in their field.
  • Representing the Company at high profile national and international events to network with leading professionals in the field.

 

 

Extending global influence 

  • Contributing to the marketing strategy to spread Removall’s voice in a rapidly expanding marketplace  
  • Creating knowledge by participating in working groups and actively contributing to external publications  
  • Developing understanding by implementing certain services and participating in key meetings with existing clients  
  • Contributing to the organisation of professional events with global reach 
  • Developing market intelligence by conducting strategic, technical, regulatory, and competitive watches.

 

 

Internal Management and Strategy

  • Contribute to Removall’s overall strategy and direction using your expertise.
  • Manage and coach junior members of the team.

 

 

Skills and Experience

  • Extensive experience in carbon markets, with very strong knowledge of the developments and opportunities in the sector.
  • Good commercial skills, an eye for where opportunities are, and the ability to convert those into deals.
  • Excellent credibility and presentation skills – you’ll be working with prominent key clients and expected to represent Removall towards senior stakeholders.
  • Well developed management skills and the ability to coach and develop juniors in the company.

 

 

Interested?

Please apply directly, or if you have any questions reach out to Canace Wong at Canace.wong@acre.com

Business Development Manager - North America
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New York, United States

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Location: United States (Houston and New York preferred)

 

Acre is proud to be supporting a global leader in ESG assurance and supply chain sustainability software in the search for a Business Development Manager to drive growth across the North American market for a leading ESG supply chain risk platform.

 

If you're a high-performing sales professional ready to bring ESG innovation to Fortune 500 supply chains, this is a unique opportunity to spearhead expansion for a best-in-class solution already trusted by global brands.

 

This role focuses on winning new business with complex enterprises in sectors including retail, manufacturing, food and beverage, and industrials.

 

The Role

Drive Growth

  • Identify and secure new enterprise clients across North America
  • Collaborate with internal teams to identify cross-sell opportunities within major accounts
  • Develop strategies to differentiate the platform and displace legacy solutions

 

Engage with Purpose

  • Build trusted relationships with senior decision-makers including CSOs, Heads of Procurement, and ESG leaders
  • Understand regional market drivers, regulations (e.g. SEC, UFLPA), and industry-specific challenges
  • Deliver compelling presentations around ESG data analytics, audit management, and supplier transparency

 

Own the Sales Cycle

  • Manage the full sales journey from lead to close with accountability for revenue performance
  • Maintain pipeline visibility and forecasting through CRM and data-led decision-making
  • Relay client feedback to ensure the platform evolves with market needs

 

 

What They're Looking For

  • Proven enterprise SaaS or technology sales experience, ideally within ESG, sustainability, or supply chain risk
  • A driven and strategic hunter with a history of exceeding revenue targets
  • Commercial and technical fluency to simplify complex solutions
  • Skilled at navigating large, matrixed client organizations
  • Familiarity with North American ESG regulations and buyer trends is highly desirable
  • Fluency in English is required; Spanish or French is a plus

 

 

Why Join This Business?

This fast-scaling business is redefining ESG risk management in global supply chains. With proprietary data, a forward-looking product roadmap, and deep client engagement, the company is positioned as a category leader.

Operating as part of a global assurance group, it combines the pace of a digital innovator with the reach and credibility of an established multinational, serving as a trusted partner to the world’s most recognized brands.

 

 

Apply now or contact Richard Kent at richard.kent@acre.com to explore this opportunity further.

Business Development Manager - Europe
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Clean Technology

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London, Greater London, England

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Acre is proud to be supporting a global leader in ESG assurance and supply chain sustainability software in the search for a Business Development Manager to drive European growth for an award-winning ESG supply chain risk platform.

 

If you're a high-performing sales professional who thrives in fast-paced, competitive environments and you're ready to make an impact, this is an outstanding opportunity to lead market expansion for one of the sector’s most respected and innovative platforms.

This role is focused on generating new business with large, complex organisations across industries such as retail, apparel, food, and heavy industry.

 

 

The Role

Drive Growth

  • Identify, pursue, and secure new enterprise opportunities across Europe
  • Collaborate with the broader commercial team to uncover cross-sell opportunities
  • Develop and execute strategies to differentiate the platform and gain market share

 

 

Engage with Purpose

  • Lead value-driven conversations with senior stakeholders including CSOs, Procurement Heads, and Risk Leaders
  • Tailor your approach to align with sector-specific challenges and evolving compliance requirements
  • Confidently present platform capabilities in ESG risk analytics, audit management, and supplier due diligence

 

 

Own the Sales Cycle

  • Manage the entire sales process from lead generation to closing deals, with full accountability for results
  • Leverage CRM tools to maintain pipeline visibility, forecast accurately, and make informed decisions
  • Provide strategic feedback to product teams to ensure continuous improvement and relevance

 

 

What They're Looking For

  • Experience in enterprise SaaS or technology sales, ideally with exposure to ESG, sustainability, or supply chain risk
  • A motivated self-starter with a strong track record of new business development
  • Commercially savvy, technically competent, and able to communicate complex ideas with clarity
  • Skilled at engaging senior stakeholders across multinational businesses
  • Knowledge of ESG-related regulations in Europe is highly desirable
  • Fluency in English and ideally one additional European language

 

 

Why Join This Business?

This is a high-growth, high-impact organisation with ambitious plans to scale rapidly. The platform is built with a customer-first mindset and powered by proprietary data that sets it apart in the market.

 

With a strong client base of global brands and deep technical expertise across multiple regions, the business offers a unique combination of real-world insight and digital innovation. Ongoing investment in product development, emerging technologies, and regulatory intelligence ensures continued leadership in the space.

 

As part of a globally recognised group with operations in over 150 countries, the platform benefits from significant reach, credibility, and collaborative opportunities, combining the agility of a tech-forward business with the backing of a market-leading assurance provider.

 

 

Apply now or contact Tiana Thomas at tiana.thomas@acre.com to explore this opportunity further.

 

 

Sustainability Manager - Carbon
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Energy & Infrastructure

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London, Greater London, England

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Acre is delighted to be partnering with a highly regarded and globally recognised consumer brand group with a diverse portfolio of companies. With an iconic reputation, this organisation champions innovation, purpose-driven leadership, and progressive sustainability goals. They are now seeking a Sustainability Manager – Carbon to join their London-based team and play a central role in advancing their carbon and environmental data strategy.

 

 

About the Role

This is a data-focused sustainability role, working within the strategic finance team and reporting to the Head of Finance for Strategic Finance Initiatives, with a dotted line to the Sustainability Director. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading on carbon data analytics, modelling, and reporting across the group and its affiliated companies. This work is pivotal in achieving the organisation’s net zero ambitions and providing insight into the future impact of today’s business decisions.

 

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead data collection and analysis of scope 1, 2 & 3 emissions across the group, ensuring alignment with GHG Protocol.

  • Build carbon models, support science-based targets (SBTs), and develop carbon budgets.

  • Partner with business units to create scenario analyses, identify abatement opportunities, and influence strategy.

  • Own and support the use of specialist carbon data software (e.g. Diligent), and champion its use across affiliated businesses.

  • Provide insight into advanced carbon metrics including marginal abatement cost curves and shadow pricing.

  • Support assurance and compliance activities, including SECR, ESOS, TPT, and upcoming ISSB-aligned disclosures.

  • Contribute to lifecycle assessments and reporting on the environmental impact of key investment and operational decisions.

 

About You

  • Proven experience in carbon accounting and data analytics, ideally within a corporate or consultancy environment.

  • Strong technical understanding of GHG reporting frameworks and climate-related disclosures.

  • Proficiency in scenario analysis, Excel modelling, and sustainability software tools.

  • Adept at stakeholder engagement, working across multiple business units and functions.

  • Professionally qualified or experienced in carbon accounting or sustainability data (e.g. qualified management accountant, sustainability analyst, carbon specialist).

  • A collaborative, inquisitive mindset with a desire to drive systemic change.

 

 

Why Join?

This is an exceptional opportunity to shape a world-class sustainability data function within a forward-thinking organisation. You will be empowered to innovate, work alongside passionate experts, and contribute meaningfully to a bold climate strategy embedded at the heart of business decision-making.

 

Please contact Ruth.Smith@acre.com with any questions.

 

This role is London based on a hybrid working model. 

Lead Process Controls Engineer
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Clean Technology

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Houston, Texas, United States

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As the global political landscape becomes increasingly pro Carbon Capture, the opportunity for technology developers to innovate is at its peak, so the timing to work for an early-stage startup in this sector is ripe. Acre has partnered with a startup developing an FOAK CCUS solution set to be the single answer to decarbonizing world-scale logistics infrastructure. Their total addressable market is over $100B, and with virtually no competition, there’s a very high chance of success.

 

 

Our client is urgently looking for a Lead Instrumentation & Control Systems / Lead Process Controls Engineer to

  • Lead all facets of control systems engineering across current pilot projects and future projects from concept and vendor selection, to Factory Acceptance testing, commissioning and troubleshooting.
  • Design, troubleshoot and modify PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, etc.
  • Be a champion of safety and increase our client's functional safety awareness
  • Select and manage various OEMs, system integrators, consultancies, etc., who are involved in control systems and automation. You are the lead engineer accountable for safety and success in controls.
  • Develop and maintain documentation controls and procedures for design, commissioning, testing and troubleshooting
  • Strategically develop a longer-term roadmap for automation and process controls
  • Eventually hire, manage and scale a team of I&C engineers (optional – managerial aspirations not required here)

 

 

To be qualified, you'll have

  • A B.S. in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical or Electrical) with proven experience leading the design and deployment of advanced automation and control systems in the Oil and Gas, Hydrogen, Carbon Capture, Specialty Chemicals, Industrial Gas, Power Generation or similar spaces. We need someone who understands how to design and instrument fluid and gas handling systems that one can imagine Carbon Capture systems have.
  • Proven experience developing HMIs, electrical & control schematics, and control narratives
  • Experience with Ignition for SCADA and HMI, and experience with industrial protocols such as EtherNet/IP, Profinet, Modbus, etc.
  • Expertise with Allen-Bradley / Rockwell Automation systems, including but not limited to: Studio 5000 Logix Designer, FactoryTalk, RSLinx.
  • To be intensely motivated to combat climate change.

 

 

Please note that this position requires participation in one international trip starting this June for a duration of 4 weeks. The successful candidate will be available to start working full-time by the end of May.

 

 

If you want an early days stake in a business that has developed a world-first technology with world-scale impact, look no further and apply today or email Quentin Klein at Quentin.Klein@acre.com

Principal Process Engineer
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Energy & Infrastructure

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Houston, Texas, United States

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Acre has partnered with a world leader in the biofuels sector who is developing large, infrastructure-scale, multi-billion-dollar projects to produce fleet-level volumes of carbon-negative biofuels.

Through their proprietary fluidized bed gasification system, they produce a wide variety of renewable energy and chemical products, including syngas, hydrogen, renewable natural gas, methanol, sustainable aviation fuel, gasoline and diesel fuels.

 

 

With major projects underway and more to come, we are looking for a Principal Process Engineer to improve upon all aspects of the company’s gasification system.

 

There are few businesses in the world today that are executing projects of this scale, at this level of complexity, and this level of impact. If you want to leave a legacy and make history, please review the position requirements and apply.

 

 

Based in Houston, the Principal Process Engineer will be responsible for

  • Leading process engineering projects and interfacing with clients and client engineers
  • Utilizing and furthering the design methodologies for the technology system
  • Modeling process simulations in AspenPlus/HYSYS or similar software and developing specialized modeling tools
  • Implementing process design, equipment sizing and selection, equipment data sheets, systems engineering, PFD/P&ID development, control valve sizing, line list generation, flare and relief valve calculations, and others
  • Collaborating with process controls specialists to develop DCS control narratives and system logic narratives.
  • Leading hazard analysis, operability, and constructability reviews
  • Contributing to third-party engineering service provider selection and engineering reviews with clients and suppliers
  • Providing technical support for detailed engineering, pre-commissioning, commissioning, startup, and plant operations. On-site support will result in some amount of travel and extended stay at project sites.
  • Developing and maintaining design procedures and tools
  • Reviewing and contributing to proposals
  • Other duties as assigned

 

 

Ideal Background consists of

  • PFD, PID development
  • Systems design/Advanced & regulatory controls
  • Process control fluency
  • Safety system fluency
  • Hydraulic calculation
  • Control valve size
  • Flare system relief scenario and relief valve sizing
  • Outgoing and energized by bringing the best out of everyone on the team
  • Well-versed in engineering workflows and project delivery from both client and vendor perspectives
  • Well-established process engineering skills including generation of heat and material balance, PFD, and PID, process design criteria, equipment sizing, process modeling, plant integration, and technical design and oversight
  • Working knowledge of Hazard Analysis methodologies, safety systems and SIL level application
  • Skilled in revision control and methods
  • Ability to exercise sound judgement in prioritizing tasks and solving problems, chasing issues through resolution
  • Familiarity with fluidized beds, solids handling systems, biomass conversion, steam methane reforming, oxycombustion, carbon capture, fuels/methanation synthesis and reactions
  • Knowledge of new and novel chemical processes is a plus
  • Some experience with thermal integration of varied process technologies
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Proposal/report writing
  • Experience with plant operation, ideally including startup and commissioning
  • Client-facing/interaction experience 

 

 

Required Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering with 15-25 years of related experience
  • Highly experienced with process simulation using AspenTech programs such as Aspen Plus and HYSYS, and other process simulators
  • Experience with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, or similar software for drafting and editing P&IDs preferred
  • Fluent in chemical manufacturing facilities' process design
  • A strong background working in EPC and systems engineering is a plus.
  • Fluidized bed, syngas system and gasification experience a plus.
  • Other relevant formal training, including HAZOP, HAZID, Project Management is a plus.

 

 

Additional details

  • This is a full-time position located near North Houston and will require occasional travel up to 10-15% of the time.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package based on appropriate experience. Benefits include health, dental, vision, life, LTD, STD, 401K, PTO, employee assistance program and opportunities for career development.

 

To be considered for this position, please apply here, or email Richard Kent at richard.kent@acre.com

Senior Mechanical Engineer
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Clean Technology

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Houston, Texas, United States

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On-Site

Acre has partnered with a world leader in the biofuels sector who's developing large infrastructure scale multi-billion-dollar projects to produce fleet-level volumes of carbon-negative biofuels. Through their proprietary fluidized bed gasification system, they produce a wide variety of renewable energy and chemicals products, including syngas, hydrogen, renewable natural gas, methanol, sustainable aviation fuel, gasoline and diesel fuels.

 

 

With more projects to come, we are looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to work on all aspects of mechanical systems designs related to the company’s gasification system.  If you are skilled at modelling and design, but also hands-on and passionate about working on the technology in real-time, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

 

 

Based in Houston, the Senior Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for

  • Providing engineering support on S1000 mechanical equipment design
  • Supporting new product design, improvements, and innovations
  • Preparing company standards and mechanical specifications
  • Developing and reviewing: mechanical datasheets, vendor bidding and selection, and detail drawings
  • Collaborating with multi-disciplinary engineering teams, and working with vendors and contractors
  • Supporting the growth of the company’s intellectual property portfolio related to its technology
  • Performing other work-related tasks as assigned

 

 

Your background consists of

  • Experience in the design of complex mechanical equipment
  • High-temperature design
  • Pipe stress analysis/Refractory design a plus
  • Solids handling experience a plus
  • Heat transfer design/Pumping Systems/Compression systems
  • 3D model development and 3D design tools
  • Familiarity with design codes and standards such as API, PIP and ASME
  • Excellent computer skills, with experience in CAD
  • Previous EPC industry experience and/or fabrication is desired
  • Experience with the design or handling of rotating equipment is a plus
  • Professional Engineering (PE) certification is preferred

 

 

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in mechanical engineering
  • 10-15 Years of relevant project experience

 

 

Additional details

  • This is a full-time position located near North Houston, and will require occasional travel up to 10-15% of the time
  • Competitive salary and benefits package based on appropriate experience. Benefits include health, dental, vision, life, LTD, STD, 401K, PTO, employee assistance program and opportunities for career development.

 

 

There are few businesses in the world today that are executing projects of this scale, at this level of complexity and this level of impact. If you would like to be considered, please apply here or email Richard Kent at richard.kent@acre.com

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