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Sr. Project Engineer

Antora Energy - San Jose, CA, United States - In-office - posted 2026-09-22

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Salary: USD 165,000 - 180,000 / annual

Antora Energy is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to join the engineering and project execution team delivering zero-carbon industrial heat and power using novel solid-state thermal battery technology. You will work on balance-of-plant (BOP) systems for thermal energy storage projects across test and commercial deployment sites, serving as a key technical member of a cross-functional, rapidly growing organization. Key Responsibilities: - Coordinate internal and external engineering resources to design, construct, commission, and troubleshoot balance-of-plant systems - Ensure alignment of technical documentation (PFDs, P&IDs, SLDs, Cause & Effect diagrams) across Antora engineering and external parties; manage change control, RFIs, and as-built drawings - Review discipline-specific design deliverables (Mechanical, Structural, Electrical) to confirm requirements are met and support field implementation - Review or create construction work plans and submittal packages; support commissioning plan development and Inspection Test Plan (ITP) handover to commissioning teams - Support Supply Chain and Procurement by writing RFPs, reviewing vendor quotes, and evaluating technical capabilities - Collaborate with Project Manager on cost, schedule, and risk management; maintain project action logs and drive resolution of open items - Provide in-person presence during engineering, construction, and commissioning phases to ensure coordination and quality compliance - Expected travel: 25% Requirements: - Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline (civil, construction management, industrial, process, chemical, etc.) and/or 5+ years of experience in industrial project engineering (oil & gas, chemicals, power plants, etc.) - Experience working with or for EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) teams - Proficiency in reading and interpreting construction plans and specifications (PFDs, P&IDs, SLDs, Cause & Effect diagrams) - Ability to work independently and in team-oriented, fast-paced startup environments Desired Qualifications: - Experience in construction and commissioning of process plants or industrial facilities - Proficiency in construction estimating practices and software (ACCE, ICARUS) - Familiarity with 3D CAD (Solidworks, Navisworks) and 2D drawing tools (AutoCAD) - Professional Engineer (PE) license in a related discipline - Technical writing skills for equipment specifications and technical reports - Vendor and client relations experience - Contractor management experience

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