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General Summary

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SunGas Renewables, Inc., (SunGas), ( is a renewable energy technology company owned by GTI Energy ( and C2X ( SunGas is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our team with exciting growth potential. SunGas supplies licensed technology and equipment solutions based on its proprietary fluidized bed gasification system. The SunGas system combined with downstream technologies produces a wide variety of renewable energy and chemicals products, including syngas, hydrogen, electric power, renewable natural gas, methanol, sustainable aviation fuel, gasoline and diesel fuels.

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We are looking for a skilled Senior Mechanical Engineer to join a thriving energy company in Houston, Texas. You will be working on all aspects of mechanical systems designs related to the companys gasification system. SunGas dynamic work environment includes daily interaction with our own technical subject matter experts and suppliers, as well as our customers and their EPC and owners engineers. Applicants should be energized by a dynamic team environment in which a diverse set of stakeholders must be engaged during the successful deployment of SunGas renewable energy platform. This position reports toSunGasManager of Mechanical Engineering.

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Responsibilities

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Provide engineering support on S1000 mechanical equipment design.

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Support new products design, improvements, and innovations.

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Prepare company standards and mechanical specifications.

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Develop and review: mechanical datasheets, vendor bidding and selection, and detail drawings.

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Collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams, and work with vendors and contractors.

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Supporting the growth of the companys intellectual property portfolio related to its technology.

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Perform other work-related tasks as assigned.

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Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics

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Experience in design of complex mechanical equipment.

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High temperature design

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Pipe stress analysis/Refractory design a plus

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Solids handling experience a plus

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Heat transfer design/Pumping Systems/Compression systems

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3D model development

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3D design tools

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Familiarity with design codes and standards such as API, PIP and ASME.

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Excellent computer skills, with experience in CAD program.

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Previous EPC industry experience and/or fabrication is desired.

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Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.

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Experience with design or handling of rotating equipment is a plus.

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Professional Engineering (PE) certification is .

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Education and Experience

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Bachelors and/or masters degree in mechanical engineering

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10-15 Years of relevant project experience

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Work Location

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This is a full-time position located in the SunGas offices Monday through Friday. SunGas is located near Fallbrook and W. Sam Houston Parkway N. in Houston. Extended or hybrid remote work options are not available for this position, however we do offer the flexibility to work outside of the office on occasion when necessary.

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Travel

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This position requires occasional travel up to approximately 10-15% of the time, primarily for business and technical meetings, site and shop visits, and industrial plant facilities.

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Compensation

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SunGas Renewables is offering a competitive salary and benefits package based on appropriate experience. Benefits include health, dental, vision, life, LTD, STD, 401K, PTO, employee assistance program and opportunities for career development.

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Culture

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SunGas Renewables offers an energetic, forward-thinking, collaborative, fun environment designed to avoid the too rigid corporate world. We believe we are strengthened by our , ethics, and effort, and provide the opportunity and support for everyone to grow as an individual, a team and an organization.

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EEO Statement

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SunGas Renewables, Inc., a subsidiary of GTI Energy, is committed to developing a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. If you require any accommodation, please e-mail us at and well work with you to meet your accessibility needs. You must have legal authorization to work for SunGas Renewables, Inc. on your date of hire with no further action required by SunGas Renewables, Inc. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to , , , , , , , , veteran status, , or genetic information.

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About SunGas Renewables

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SunGas Renewables, in partnership with C2X, is taking a leading role in the growth of the advanced biofuels industry by providing its S- 1000 renewable syngas product to third parties while also developing and investing in low-carbon biofuels projects. The SunGas Renewables S-1000 gasification system, based on technology originally developed by GTI, when integrated with other technologies, provides a reliable syngas manufacturing platform to produce green methanol, renewable natural gas, green hydrogen and other renewable biofuels from sustainably sourced biomass. On May 14, 2024, SunGas and C2X announced a strategic partnership and C2Xs investment in SunGas.

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About GTI Energy

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Since 1941, GTI Energy has contributed to the strengthening of energy systems and the communities they serve. As a leading technology development organization, we are focused on developing, scaling, and deploying energy transition solutions that improve lives, economies, and the environment. GTI Energy leverages the expertise of our trusted team of scientists, engineers, and partners to deliver impactful innovations needed for low-carbon, low-cost energy systems worldwide. We embrace systems thinking, open learning, and collaboration to bring solutions from concept to market, with more than 1,000 patents secured in our 80-year history.

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About C2X

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C2X is aiming to make a significant contribution to a low carbon future by accelerating the availability of green methanol in large quantities. C2X will develop, own and operate green molecule production facilities in strategic locations, which will supply the chemical, aviation and shipping sectors with low carbon fuels and feedstocks.