Technical Lead

Company Overview: Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is a leading provider of cryogenic pumps, heat exchangers, process systems, turboexpanders, services, and solutions for the liquefied natural gas (LNG), liquefied hydrogen (LH2), and industrial gases industries. Applications include fueling stations, marine engines, peak shaving, power generation, virtual pipelines, carbon capture, geothermal power and well stimulation. We are a subsidiary of Nikkiso Company Ltd, a leading industrial manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with $1.5 B USD in annual revenue, 8000 + employees worldwide, and publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. Job Overview: The Technical Liaison / Champion will act as a bridge between the NESP function unit (FU) and the local engineering entity, ensuring alignment in engineering execution, technical standardization, and best practices. The role focuses on strategic projects, including CO₂ recovery/liquefaction, Amine Wash, small-scale LNG, and energy recovery solutions. This individual will lead technical coordination efforts to establish an Engineering Excellence Center, enhancing engineering capabilities within the local entity Responsibilities: Essential Functions/Responsibilities Technical Coordination & Engineering Excellence - Act as the primary technical interface between the NESP function unit and the local engineering team. - Ensure seamless integration of FU engineering requirements into local entity workflows. - Drive engineering best practices and standardization across CO₂ recovery, Amine Wash, small-scale LNG, and energy recovery solutions. - Ensure compliance with industry standards (ASME, API, ISO, NFPA, etc.). Project Execution & Quality Assurance - Guide the local engineering team to deliver error-free designs and calculations. - Establish process workflows to improve engineering efficiency and reduce rework. - Review and validate engineering deliverables to meet function unit expectations. - Support feasibility studies, conceptual designs, and detailed engineering for strategic projects. Knowledge Transfer & Capability Development - Facilitate training programs to enhance technical competencies in CO₂ recovery, Amine Wash, LNG, and energy recovery. - Act as a mentor to local engineers, transferring knowledge from the function unit. - Lead workshops and discussions on emerging technologies and innovative solutions. Stakeholder Engagement & Communication - Collaborate with NESP function unit leaders to align engineering priorities. - Provide regular updates on project progress, challenges, and solutions.Act as a liaison for suppliers and third-party vendors to ensure smooth project execution. Standardization and Compliance - Ensuring technical decisions align with industry standards and company policies. - Keeping up with regulatory requirements and certifications. Documentation and Knowledge Sharing - Maintaining up-to-date records of technical discussions, decisions, and changes. - Ensuring knowledge transfer across teams to build technical competency. Risk Management - Identifying potential technical risks early in the project. - Developing mitigation strategies to prevent delays and cost overruns. Authorities - Approve technical solutions and design standardizations for strategic projects. - Recommend process improvements to optimize engineering efficiency. - Represent the local engineering entity in technical discussions with the function unit. Supervisory Responsibility This position has direct supervisory responsibilities and does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department/organization. - Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the local engineering team. - Support talent development initiatives to build subject matter expertise in strategic projects. - Coordinate workload distribution and ensure efficient resource utilization. Work Environment This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers, photocopiers, and smartphones. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool as necessary. Qualifications: Required Skills and Competencies Technical Expertise: - Strong understanding of CO₂ recovery, liquefaction, Amine Wash processes, energy recovery, and small-scale LNG. - Experience in designing and optimizing process systems for strategic energy projects. - Knowledge of industry codes and standards (ASME, API, NFPA, ISO, IEC, etc.). Project & Process Management: - Ability to manage complex engineering projects while ensuring quality and efficiency. - Experience in process optimization, standardization, and cost reduction initiatives. Collaboration & Communication: - Strong interpersonal skills to coordinate between function unit and local entity. - Ability to translate complex engineering requirements into clear, actionable deliverables. Problem-Solving & Decision-Making: - Analytical mindset to identify and resolve technical challenges effectively. - Ability to make informed decisions based on engineering data and project needs. Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical or Process (or related field). Experience: 10+ years of experience in engineering, with a focus on strategic energy projects. Prior experience in a liaison or coordination role between global and local engineering teams is preferred. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice