Lead Control Room Operator (Cro)

Located in Delta, Utah, the Advanced Clean Energy Storage 1 (ACES 1) facility will be a large renewable hydrogen production and storage facility. Capable of decarbonizing the western United States, the site will enable utility and industrial scale green hydrogen production from renewable energy sources and store the hydrogen in underground salt dome caverns to provide a huge reservoir of renewable fuel for power generation.
The Advanced Clean Energy Storage 1 (ACES 1) will initially be designed to convert over 220 MW of renewable energy to 100 metric tonnes per day of green hydrogen, which will then be stored in two massive salt caverns capable upon start up of storing more than 300 GWh of dispatchable clean energy.
Opportunity Summary
As the Lead Control Room Operator, you will oversee real-time operations, monitoring and controlling hydrogen production, storage, and distribution while tracking critical parameters. Leading and supporting your team, ensuring training, safety compliance, and environmental standards are met. Operating control systems, managing start-up and shutdown procedures, optimizing processes, and analyzing data. Overseeing maintenance and troubleshooting process issues to maintain optimal efficiency.
Primary Functions

• Control Room Operations: Supervise Control Room operations, which include monitoring and controlling various aspects of the facility's operations in real-time, such as hydrogen production, storage, and distribution. This includes tracking parameters such as temperature, pressure, flow rates, and levels in tanks and equipment.
• Team Leadership: Lead a team of Control Room Operators, ensuring that they are well-trained, motivated, and capable of effectively performing their duties. Provide guidance and support to the team.
• Safety and Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to safety protocols, regulatory requirements, and environmental standards. This includes conducting regular safety briefings, performing safety audits, and responding to any emergencies or incidents.
• Control Systems: Operate and control the facility's control systems, including Distributed Control Systems (DCS) or Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems. Adjust process variables to maintain optimal operation.
• Start-Up and Shutdown: Initiate and oversee the start-up and shutdown procedures for hydrogen production units and storage facilities. Ensure that these processes are executed safely and efficiently.
• Process Optimization: Continuously optimize the hydrogen production process to maximize efficiency, reduce waste, and minimize energy consumption. Implement process improvements and troubleshoot any operational issues.
• Data Analysis: Utilize data from various sensors and monitoring systems to analyze the performance of the facility. Identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for improvement in real-time. Make informed decisions based on data analysis.
• Process Optimization: Collaborate with engineers and process specialists to optimize the hydrogen production process. Implement improvements to increase efficiency and reduce energy consumption.
• Maintenance Coordination: Coordinate with maintenance teams to schedule and execute preventive and corrective maintenance activities. Ensure that equipment is well-maintained and operational.
• Emergency Response: Develop and maintain emergency response plans and procedures. Lead the response to any critical incidents or system failures, working closely with emergency response teams.
• Communication: Maintain clear communication with other departments within the facility, such as engineering, maintenance, and management. Collaborate with these teams to optimize operations and resolve issues.
• Documentation: Keep accurate records of all operational activities, incidents, and maintenance work. Ensure that documentation is complete and compliant with regulatory requirements.
• Technology and Automation: Stay updated on the latest technologies and automation systems relevant to the renewable energy and hydrogen production industry. Implement new technologies that can enhance the facility's operations.
• Energy Management: Monitor energy consumption and find ways to optimize energy usage, especially given the renewable energy nature of the facility. Ensure that energy is used efficiently in hydrogen production and storage.
• Reporting: Prepare regular reports for management, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies. Provide insights into the facility's performance, including production rates, safety metrics, and efficiency improvements.
• Training and Development: Identify training needs for Control Room Operators and ensure that they receive ongoing training to stay current with industry best practices and technology.
• Environmental Compliance: Ensure that the facility operates in compliance with environmental regulations and emissions standards. Monitor emissions and take corrective actions if necessary.
• Troubleshooting: Troubleshoot process issues and work with field operators and maintenance teams to resolve technical problems.
• Shift Relief: Fill in for other CRO (Control Room Operators) and Operation Technicians as required, ensuring the continued smooth operation of the facility during absences or unexpected events.
• Other reasonable duties as needed

NAES Safe
Safety is a core value of NAES and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to be mentally alert and work safely at all times. Additionally, employees are required to adhere to all safety warnings and posted safety signs whenever on company property. Furthermore, employees must follow all NAES safety rules and procedures. Effectiveness in carrying out this responsibility is part of the evaluation of each employee's performance.
Working Relationships
The Lead CRO reports to the Operations and Maintenance Manager, offering guidance and advice to operations and maintenance personnel regarding plant operations, while also providing direction to Control Room Operators and Auxiliary Operators.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Physical requirements include standing for extended periods of time, stair and ladder climbing, and routinely lifting up to 50 pounds. Protective equipment must be worn in the performance of some duties (e.g., hard hats, safety glasses, air masks, ear protection, chemical suits, hot gloves, and high voltage protective equipment, etc.). Work with hazardous materials may be required. There are extensive smoking restrictions in and around the facility.
Fitness for Duty
All employees will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program. This program includes a post-offer physical examination and drug screening and post-employment random drug screening.
Work Schedule
Position requires extended working hours and varied shifts with weekend and holiday work, as required by schedules, workload, and plant conditions. "On call" status will periodically be required.
Compensation
The initial compensation range for this position is between $50.00 and $62.00 per hour.
Job Qualifications

• Ability to understand procedures and instructions specific to the area of assignment as would be acquired in four years of high school
• Control Room Operations Expertise: In-depth knowledge and experience in Control Room operations, particularly in monitoring and controlling various aspects of a facility's operations, such as hydrogen production, storage, and distribution.
• Leadership Experience: Demonstrated experience in a leadership role, either in a Control Room or another operations position, is required, showcasing the ability to effectively lead and manage a team in a critical operational environment.
• Leadership and Team Coordination: Strong leadership skills to lead a team of Control Room Operators, ensuring they are well-trained, motivated, and capable of effectively performing their duties.
• Control Systems Proficiency: Proficiency in operating and controlling Distributed Control Systems (DCS) or Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems and the ability to adjust process variables to maintain optimal operation. Prior experience with Emerson Ovation is a plus.
• Start-Up and Shutdown Expertise: Experience in initiating and overseeing the start-up and shutdown procedures for hydrogen production units and storage facilities, ensuring safety and efficiency.
• Process Optimization Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to continuously optimize hydrogen production processes, identify opportunities for efficiency improvements, and troubleshoot operational issues.
• Data Analysis Competency: Ability to analyze data from sensors and monitoring systems in real-time to make informed decisions, identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Maintenance Coordination: The capability to coordinate with maintenance teams to schedule and execute preventive and corrective maintenance activities, ensuring equipment is well-maintained and operational.
• Energy Management Knowledge: Expertise in monitoring and optimizing energy consumption, especially given the renewable energy nature of the facility, to ensure efficient hydrogen production and storage.
• Troubleshooting Abilities: Strong troubleshooting skills to address process issues and collaborate with field operators and maintenance teams to resolve technical problems.
• Effective Communication: Strong communication skills to collaborate with other departments, maintaining clear and efficient communication with engineering, maintenance, and management teams.
• Must maintain and possess a valid Drivers License at all times

About NAES
NAES Corporation is the leading provider of operations, maintenance, and engineering services for energy facilities. We have established ourselves as a reliable partner for clients in North America and internationally, offering services across power generation, oil and gas, and renewable energy sectors. Additionally, our growing family of companies enables us to address the entire life cycle of power generation and other industrial plants.
NAES is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. It is the practice of NAES to seek employees of the highest quality and to select individuals on the basis of merit and competence, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status or affiliation protected under USERRA, or any other basis of discrimination prohibited by applicable local, state and federal law.