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With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.\nOur energy expertise in the oil and gas sector comprises the entire value chain - upstream, midstream, and downstream; and in the power sector includes thermal, nuclear, waterpower, renewable, hybrid, transmission and distribution, and grid modernization. Join our vision of a low-carbon world and help make positive change!\nHatch is seeking talented engineers who are passionate about thermal power, industrial energy systems, and the energy transition. We are looking for engineers with a minimum of five years of relevant experience who are interested in joining a dynamic multidisciplinary team delivering projects across the full asset lifecycle.\nThis opportunity is intentionally broad and open-ended to attract individuals with diverse thermal energy backgrounds. Whether your experience has been in feasibility studies, concept development, detailed engineering, commissioning, power plant operations, maintenance, technical advisory, owner’s engineering, technical audits, due diligence, performance improvement, or asset management, we would like to hear from you.\nRequirements:\nBachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Process, or related Engineering discipline.\nMinimum 5 years of experience in thermal power generation, industrial energy systems, or related industries.\nExperience with concept studies, feasibility studies, detailed design, operations, maintenance, commissioning, or technical support activities.\nExposure to gas-fired power plants would be highly advantageous, although experience from other thermal technologies is also welcomed.\nStrong technical problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.\nTechnical Areas of Interest\nGas systems and fuel infrastructure\nSteam generation, steam cycle and condensate systems\nWaste heat recovery systems and HRSGs\nCombined Heat and Power (CHP) and cogeneration\nBoilers, pressure systems and thermal equipment\nPlant performance, reliability and maintenance practices\nEnergy recovery, efficiency and optimisation\nBalance of plant systems and utilities\nIndustrial decarbonisation and energy transition initiatives\nTypical Projects\nCombined Cycle Gas Turbine (CCGT) power plants\nOpen Cycle Gas Turbine (OCGT) power plants\nCoal-fired power stations\nBioenergy and biomass facilities\nWaste-to-Energy developments\nGeothermal energy projects\nIndustrial utility and steam systems\nEnergy recovery and waste heat utilisation projects\nThermal storage and integrated energy solutions\nPower and industrial decarbonisation projects\nPotential Responsibilities\nConcept, prefeasibility and feasibility studies\nTechnology assessments and option evaluations\nTechnical due diligence and lender support assignments\nIndependent engineering and owner’s engineering services\nTechnical audits and asset health reviews\nOperations support and maintenance strategy reviews\nPerformance testing and optimisation studies\nDetailed engineering and project delivery support\nBusiness development and client engagement activities\nWhy join us?\nWork with great people to make a difference\nCollaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions\nTop employer\nWhat we offer you?\nFlexible work environment\nLong term career development\nThink globally, work locally\nDon't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.\nWe're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. 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