Geothermal Engineer

We are a U.S.-based renewable energy developer building utility-scale geothermal projects that stabilize the grid with 24/7 clean baseload power. Our multidisciplinary team blends subsurface science, drilling innovation, and power plant engineering to unlock untapped heat resources across North America. You will join a mission-driven culture where evidence-based decisions outrank hierarchy—and where remote collaboration is the norm. 

Key Responsibilities  

- Conduct full-field geothermal resource assessments using TOUGH2, Petra, and GIS to map heat flow and predict reservoir performance.  

- Design, test, and optimize production and injection wells—select casing, cement, and completion strategies to mitigate corrosion and scaling.  

- Lead multidiscipline drilling programs; create cost-effective schedules, oversee contractors, and ensure HSE compliance throughout spud-to-tie-in.  

- Model reservoir behavior under various production scenarios; calibrate models with pressure-transient and tracer data for accurate forecasting.  

- Collaborate with surface facility engineers on binary cycle and flash steam plant layouts, piping, and separator sizing to maximize thermodynamic efficiency.  

- Provide permitting support—prepare environmental reports and liaise with federal and state regulators for resource leases, water use, and emissions.  

- Execute power plant feasibility studies; deliver CAPEX/OPEX estimates, risk analysis, and bankable technical documentation for investors.  

- Author technical papers and present findings at geothermal conferences to reinforce project credibility and attract funding opportunities.  

Required Qualifications  

- B.S. or higher in Geothermal, Petroleum, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering.  

- 5+ years’ geothermal reservoir or drilling engineering experience in the U.S. market.  

- Proven proficiency with TOUGH2, WellCAD, AutoCAD, and FEA tools.  

- Deep knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and corrosion science in high-enthalpy brines.  

- Track record of managing multimillion-dollar drilling budgets and delivering wells on time.  

- Ability to interpret wireline logs, core data, and well tests for reservoir characterization.  

- Strong written and verbal communication—you translate complex data into clear business cases.  

Preferred Qualifications  

- M.S. focused on geothermal reservoir engineering or heat transfer.  

- Experience with binary ORC system optimization and flash steam separator design.  

- Familiarity with federal DOE funding mechanisms and geothermal tax incentives.  

- Certification in Well Control or Project Management (IWCF, PMP).