Senior Project Development Engineer

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The
Senior Project Development Engineer
is responsible for providing consultancy services in the development and implementation of thermal power generation projects in Asia, including the Philippines and Malaysia. This role requires detailed knowledge of the development process for power generation projects including technical design, due diligence and owner's engineering. The
Senior Project Development Engineer
will support our clients in the development of power generation projects from studies, concept design and specification through contractor selection, financial close to NTP.

The
Senior Project Development Engineer
will take the lead in interactions with the client's team and be Jacobs' Project Manager for the project development services. The
Senior Project Development Engineer
will be supported by a Project Director and team of engineers that can provide input by the discipline. The role of the Project Development Engineer is to lead and coordinate a multi- discipline solution for the client.

The Senior Project Development Engineer must have experience and familiarity with project development activities including

• Configuration studies including plant sizing and optimization
• Feasibility studies, power plant functional specification development
• Equipment specification development and EPC tender documentation development
• Identifying and shortlisting potential bidders for power plant contracts
• Assisting in negotiations with EPC Contractor, general contractors, and OEMs
• Specification, tendering and negotiation of Long Term Services Agreements (LTSAs) and coordination of other services to support project development including power systems studies, environmental impacts assessments, etc
• Cost of electricity modelling and forming of agreements including Power Purchase Agreements, Gas Supply Agreements, EPC Contracts, General Contractors, LTSAs, O&M Agreements, etc

Other activities will include

• Carry out independent design/review/assurance tasks on projects and coordinate with others in the business to deliver services to our clients
• Support to develop the regional team's technical capabilities to act as Owner's Engineer and Lender's Technical Advisor or Independent Certifier. Lead project teams to facilitate service delivery, including acting as SME as part of project teams
• Undertake conceptual design and specification for thermal power generation projects and manage and maintain compliance with Jacobs QA procedures, including the deliverables review QA process
• Undertake tender evaluation process and provide technical recommendation and prepare feasibility studies; establish technical specifications and tender documents
• Undertake construction-phase site inspections and report on quality and progress; Performance review of operational sites
• Work collaboratively with other team members to deliver project objectives, and goals and targets of the team, section and performance unit
• Undertake technical due diligence for development or operational projects
• Lead business development activities, with a focus ion thermal [power generation projects in Asia, scope and price-up work from a request for proposal
• Support other generation projects as required, depending on know-how and experience
• Maintain and identify strong key client relationships
• Promote safety culture within the organization and with our clients
• Support the business to ensure it can thrive in a global setting, encouraging cross-geography relationships in order to maximize the benefit of global delivery to our clients and our people

Works collaboratively with other team members to deliver the wider goals and targets of the team, section, and performance unit. Attends client meetings to gain an understanding of the relationships that we aspire to maintain. Ensures tasks undertaken are understood completely before starting, and monitors time taken as well as forward workload. Touches base with Team/Section Lead periodically. Meets and balances scope of deliverables with time allocation.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field is typically required
• Significant work experience in the engineering industry is necessary
• Strong leadership, project management, communication, and technical skills are essential
• Experience with project management methodologies like earned value is required
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• A proven track record of managing complex, multi-discipline projects
• Experience with project handover and close-out processes
• Adaptability to manage changing requirements in a dynamic environment
• Proficiency in project planning and execution
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Holds an active position in the industry and look to increase Jacobs' and your own profile in the market
• Do things right, pursue bold solutions, challenge the accepted and bring to life our Culture of Caring
• Works effectively with others who have different perspectives, backgrounds, and/or styles
• Actively contribute to the Inclusion & Diversity initiatives
• Adopt a calm, positive and persistent approach in the face of adversity
• Provides a supportive and caring culture that prioritizes the health and wellbeing of team members

From our inclusive employee networks to our positive mental health champions – we're committed to driving a culture of caring where you can be you. Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally - and together, our diverse perspectives and unique backgrounds power our collective strength. We collaborate and share By supporting one another, we all succeed.

With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we've gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You'll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits and opportunities to do good too – from participating in our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place.

No matter what drives you, you'll discover how you can cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

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