Senior Research & Technology Engineer – COConversion Process

The CO2 Utilization department oversees Research and Technology activities pertaining to Efuel (thermoconversion, electro-conversion and new reactors), ex-situ mineralization and other CO2-based molecules. Most of the technical team is located in Belgium while a small team is based in Houston to open to the world and pilot the activity. The job will combine a general role as technical referent in Houston CO2 Utilization team across the whole CO2 Utilization activity and a more specific dimension on specific R&T studies and projects.

• Act as CO2 Utilization technical referent in Houston CO2 Techno Hub Team
• Scout for new technologies
• Review technical documentation (publication, reports,…) and prepare short feedback for the Houston management
• Provide assistance to answer ad hoc technical questions
• Understand and establish connections with the local actors active in the domain
• Participate to meetings with external stakeholders (licensors, contractors, academics,…)
• Participate to local relevant conferences
• Act as primary technical focal point in CO2 conversion Start-Ups and innovation ecosystem scouting
• Participate to start-ups screening and follow-up
• Assist the Houston scouting team by providing quick and sound technical feedback when required and make the link with expert network in HQ
• Act as a link between CO2 Techno Hub CODIR in Houston and the CO2 Utilization labs and engineering workforce in Belgium
• Keep an overview of the overall projects handled by the technical team in Belgium
• Alert the management in Houston in case of weak signals
• Assist in prioritizing and arbitrating subjects especially during the budget period
• Coordinate CO2 conversion R&D studies and projects:
• Propose and define projects in agreement with internal and external stakeholders and partners
• Coordinate and follow-up projects
• Coordinate all stakeholders involved, including third parties
• Analyze and validate generated results
• Report and communicate results to stakeholders

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• PHD, master's degree or equivalent in CO2 conversion related domain (chemical, process, catalysts,…)
• Ability to work effectively across the globe from US
• Well organized, rigorous, autonomous and good ability for synthesis
• Minimum 10 years experience

Total Energies values diversity, promotes individual growth and offers equal opportunity careers.

At Total Energies we are committed to balancing flexibility while fostering strong relationships among our team members. Our office-based employees work together from dynamic work spaces 3 days per week to build teamwork through collaboration while also having the flexibility to work from home 2 days per week. Total Energies Renewables USA currently has offices in San Francisco, Boston, Austin, Houston, and NYC.

What We Provide

Total Energies offers a robust comprehensive benefits package available to employees on the first day of hire. These benefits include but are not limited to generous PTO, medical, dental & vision care, HSA with company contributions, health FSA, commuter benefits or paid parking, 401(k) plan with employer match, life & accident insurances, generous parental leave, education assistance, fitness subsidy and more.

International Consideration

Total Energies regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited visa status for this position.