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G-Horizon Aluminum

Director of Engineering & Project Development

G-Horizon Aluminum, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Director of Engineering & Project Development

Director of Engineering & Project Development

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New York City (preferred) | Hybrid with travel to West Africa Type:

Full-Time | Founding Team | Competitive Salary + Equity Package About G-Horizon Aluminum G-Horizon Aluminum is building one of West Africa’s most ambitious industrial projects: a

300,000-tonne-per-year aluminum rolling mill powered entirely by hydroelectric energy . As the region's first large-scale green aluminum platform, we are redefining sustainable manufacturing while enabling economic transformation in Guinea and beyond. We’re in the

Front-End Loading Phase 2 (FEL-2)

and preparing to enter

FEL-3 . Our integrated development strategy includes rolled products, extrusion capabilities, scrap recovery, and an ESG-forward local infrastructure plan—including the development of a community health clinic. Role Overview As

Director of Engineering & Project Development , you will serve as the technical anchor for this flagship greenfield project. Reporting directly to the founding team, you will lead all aspects of

technical planning, engineering scoping, consultant oversight, and FEL-stage execution , working across process engineering, CapEx validation, utility infrastructure (hydropower integration), and detailed project scheduling. This is a rare opportunity to join an impact-driven industrial startup at the ground level, owning the development roadmap of one of Africa’s largest aluminum investments.Responsibilities Lead all

FEL-2 and FEL-3

activities, including conceptual engineering, material flow modeling, site utility planning, and technical validation Translate production goals (300,000+ tpa) into actionable equipment, layout, and process specs Oversee workstreams with external engineering consultants, EPCs, OEM vendors, and permitting specialists Optimize energy usage and layout for

full hydropower integration

(incl. grid design, substations, water recovery) Prepare detailed work breakdown structures (WBS), PFDs/P&IDs, equipment schedules, and CapEx refinement models Cross-functional Collaboration Collaborate with the Country Director to factor in land access, labor force, water rights, ESG initiatives, and regulatory inputs Coordinate with finance and investor relations to support technical sections of data rooms, pitch decks, and diligence materials Contribute to the risk register and mitigation strategies ahead of EPC and procurement phases Ideal Profile 10+ years of engineering and project development experience in aluminum, steel, cement, or large-scale process industry Deep experience managing FEL-stage or greenfield capital projects above $100M Strong working knowledge of aluminum rolling technology, extrusion lines, or foil processes (bonus if familiar with ACP or anodizing) Experience with energy-intensive facility design and integration with

renewable or grid infrastructure Proven ability to manage cross-border teams and consultants in high-growth or frontier markets Passion for sustainable infrastructure, industrial innovation, and long-term economic development (Bonus)

French language skills and experience working in Sub-Saharan Africa or francophone regions What We Offer Founding-level equity and compensation A leadership role in one of Africa’s largest sustainable manufacturing platforms Ability to shape a generational impact project from zero-to-one Work alongside a deeply experienced and values-driven team based in NYC, West Africa, and Europe Travel opportunities and direct exposure to emerging market industrial development Seniority level

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