Project Engineer – Natural Gas Power (BTM Data Centres)

The successful candidate will be responsible for or assist with the following duties but not be limited to:

·         Accountable for the technical development of BTM natural gas power generation solutions aligned with data centre load profiles, uptime requirements, redundancy philosophy and phased growth plans.

·         Prepare and review design bases, power and energy balances, single-line diagrams, equipment lists, plot plans, cost estimates, schedules and technical risk registers.

·         Evaluate and implement gas turbines, reciprocating engines, battery energy storage and heat recovery options, considering heat rate, turndown, start and ramp capability, N+1 redundancy, black start, maintenance strategy, emissions and life-cycle cost.

·         Coordinate integration of generation with medium- and high-voltage distribution, transformers, switchgear, protection and controls, grounding, SCADA, UPS systems and standby generation.

·         Assess natural gas supply requirements, including volume, pressure, composition, conditioning, compression, pipeline connectivity and supply reliability.

·         Develop operating philosophies for islanded and grid-connected BTM configurations, including synchronization, import/export controls, energy management systems, load shedding, protection coordination, black-start capability and emergency response.

·         Lead regulatory and permitting activities with the Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC Rule 007), Alberta Electric System Operator, Alberta Energy Regulator, environmental regulators and municipalities, as applicable.

·         Support commercial evaluation, due diligence and final investment decisions through capital and operating cost estimates, scenario analysis and risk assessment.

·         Manage engineering consultants, original equipment manufacturers and EPC contractors; prepare technical specifications, evaluate bids and support contract, warranty and long-term service agreement negotiations.

·         Provide technical support during construction, commissioning, performance testing and operational readiness, while coordinating with internal operations, marketing, land, regulatory, environment, Indigenous relations and commercial teams.

The successful candidate will be responsible for or assist with the following duties but not be limited to:

·         Accountable for the technical development of BTM natural gas power generation solutions aligned with data centre load profiles, uptime requirements, redundancy philosophy and phased growth plans.

·         Prepare and review design bases, power and energy balances, single-line diagrams, equipment lists, plot plans, cost estimates, schedules and technical risk registers.

·         Evaluate and implement gas turbines, reciprocating engines, battery energy storage and heat recovery options, considering heat rate, turndown, start and ramp capability, N+1 redundancy, black start, maintenance strategy, emissions and life-cycle cost.

·         Coordinate integration of generation with medium- and high-voltage distribution, transformers, switchgear, protection and controls, grounding, SCADA, UPS systems and standby generation.

·         Assess natural gas supply requirements, including volume, pressure, composition, conditioning, compression, pipeline connectivity and supply reliability.

·         Develop operating philosophies for islanded and grid-connected BTM configurations, including synchronization, import/export controls, energy management systems, load shedding, protection coordination, black-start capability and emergency response.

·         Lead regulatory and permitting activities with the Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC Rule 007), Alberta Electric System Operator, Alberta Energy Regulator, environmental regulators and municipalities, as applicable.

·         Support commercial evaluation, due diligence and final investment decisions through capital and operating cost estimates, scenario analysis and risk assessment.

·         Manage engineering consultants, original equipment manufacturers and EPC contractors; prepare technical specifications, evaluate bids and support contract, warranty and long-term service agreement negotiations.

·         Provide technical support during construction, commissioning, performance testing and operational readiness, while coordinating with internal operations, marketing, land, regulatory, environment, Indigenous relations and commercial teams.

The successful candidate needs to have experience in the following areas in order to be qualified for this role:

·         Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or a related engineering discipline, with Professional Engineer registration through APEGA.

·         A minimum of ten years of relevant experience, including direct involvement in developing, designing or operating natural gas turbine (aeroderivative and large frame) or reciprocating engine generation facilities.

·         Experience with large capital projects and stage-gate development from concept selection through commissioning.

·         Strong understanding of power plant balance-of-plant systems, electrical integration, controls, protection, reliability and maintainability.

·         Knowledge of Alberta electricity, environmental and facility approval requirements; experience with BTM, self-supply or industrial power projects is preferred.

·         Experience with mission-critical facilities or data centre power systems is considered a strong asset.

·         Familiarity with natural gas production, processing, compression and pipeline systems is considered an asset.

·         Demonstrated ability to develop project economics, assess technical and commercial trade-offs and communicate recommendations to senior decision-makers.

The successful candidate needs to have experience in the following areas in order to be qualified for this role:

·         Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or a related engineering discipline, with Professional Engineer registration through APEGA.

·         A minimum of ten years of relevant experience, including direct involvement in developing, designing or operating natural gas turbine (aeroderivative and large frame) or reciprocating engine generation facilities.

·         Experience with large capital projects and stage-gate development from concept selection through commissioning.

·         Strong understanding of power plant balance-of-plant systems, electrical integration, controls, protection, reliability and maintainability.

·         Knowledge of Alberta electricity, environmental and facility approval requirements; experience with BTM, self-supply or industrial power projects is preferred.

·         Experience with mission-critical facilities or data centre power systems is considered a strong asset.

·         Familiarity with natural gas production, processing, compression and pipeline systems is considered an asset.

·         Demonstrated ability to develop project economics, assess technical and commercial trade-offs and communicate recommendations to senior decision-makers.

The successful candidate will need the following skills in order to perform the duties of the position effectively:

·         Strong project management and communication skills, the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team, and availability for field work when required, with a valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence.

The successful candidate will need the following skills in order to perform the duties of the position effectively:

·         Strong project management and communication skills, the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team, and availability for field work when required, with a valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence.