Biomass Technical Consultant - Expression of Interest
- Act as the subject‑matter expert for biomass technologies, including:
- Combustion, gasification, pyrolysis, anaerobic digestion.
- Materials handling, pelletisation, torrefaction, biochar production, and advanced biofuels.
- Develop engineering inputs into concept / feasibility studies, Front End Engineering Design projects and detailed design and procurement phases.
- Support estimating input for OPEX and CAPEX estimates and assessment of biomass solutions, sustainability, pricing, and supply chain logistics.
- Lead technical workstreams on biomass‑related engineering and consultancy projects.
- Conduct techno‑economic assessments, energy yield estimations, and mass/energy balance calculations.
- Provide input into environmental, permitting, and sustainability assessments including emissions, lifecycle analysis (LCA), and GHG evaluations.
- Oversee vendor evaluation, equipment selection, and technical risk assessments.
- Engage with clients to understand requirements, shape scopes of work, and deliver clear, actionable insights.
- Present findings to technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
- Support public sector, private sector, and investor‑led projects, offering strategic and due‑diligence support.
- Contribute to proposal writing, bid development, and client presentations.
- Support the expansion of the consultancy's biomass and broader renewable‑energy offerings.
- Identify emerging technologies, market trends, and partnership opportunities.
- Work with process, mechanical, electrical, environmental, and commercial teams to deliver integrated project solutions.
- Mentor junior engineers and provide knowledge‑sharing across the organisation.
- Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Renewable Energy, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
- Professional experience in biomass or bioenergy technologies (engineering consultancy experience highly preferred).
- Strong understanding of:
- Biomass conversion technologies and process design.
- Feedstock characteristics and supply chains.
- Energy systems, plant performance, and emissions control.
- Experience conducting feasibility studies, due‑diligence assessments, and techno‑economic modelling.
- Ability to interpret and apply biomass‑related regulations, sustainability certifications (e.g., SBP, FSC, RSB), and policy frameworks.
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- Chartered Engineer (CEng) or equivalent.
- Experience with process simulation software (Aspen HYSYS, Aspen Plus, etc.).
- Knowledge of carbon accounting, LCA tools, and ESG frameworks.
- Experience working with investors, developers, utilities, or industrial clients.
- Exposure to complementary renewable technologies (solar, hydrogen, CCUS, bioenergy with CCS).
- Technical depth and analytical thinking.
- Strong client‑facing and communication skills.
- Ability to work autonomously and manage complex, multi‑disciplinary projects.
- Commercial awareness and proposal‑writing capability.
- Collaborative mindset with leadership qualities.
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