Metanol Segment Manager/Director

ANDRITZ is seeking a Metanol expert to support our entry into the Power-2X market. In this role you lead our team in different methanol and P2X projects. In our Power-2X value chain, Helsinki is our competence center for Renewable Fuels including related technology, sales and engineering functions.

We are looking for a professional with deep knowledge in the methanol discipline with the capabililty to manage and guide us in different e-methanol projects and related integration engineering tasks together with our multi-international engineering team. Your wealthy experience and coordination skills will play a crucial role for the success of our projects.

Join ANDRITZ's Power-2X-enterprise, where our vision is crystal clear: Our Vision is to become a leading global P2X solution provider for green hydrogen and renewable fuels production. What sets us apart? Our passionate team of engineers and a rich history of global EPC projects, combined with our leadership in technology and manufacturing. Be part of a world class dynamic team enabling to grow the green hydrogen and Power2X economy with the opportunity to take over a higher management repsonbility in the future. We are enriched by our multicultural and multinational team and we continuously foster flat hierarchies and an open dialog culture.

If you're enthusiastic about contributing to the profitable growth within this rapidly growing division, we can't wait to connect with you.

In your role, you will

• Coordinating, lead and provide expertise regarding methanol for our engineering teams in Helsinki and Vienna and to our global sales team.
• Execute process engineering tasks according to your background.
• Manage the involved engineering processes over the total project lifetime.
• Schedule the required engineering tasks/resources and align with the overall project plan.
• Clarify, discuss and present the technical solution towards the customer.
• Be a contact for customer and suppliers about the technical design topics.
• Align required or requested modifications with the internal product design experts.
• Providing problem solving and escalation level within the different engineering teams.
• Developing common rules of cooperation, tools and procedures.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to the team in Helsinki.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment to encourage creativity and problem-solving.
• Set clear objectives and performance expectations for team members and provide regular feedback and coaching.
• You will report to the Head of Renewable Fuels product group.

In your personal skill set, you have

• Degree level qualification in chemical or process engineering discipline.
• Minimum five years of experience as lead engineer and minimum three years experience in leading multi-national teams and driving improvement initiatives.
• Proven experience in P2X value chain with a focus upon methanol within the petrochemical industry, knowledge in the electrolyzer business is an advantage.
• Ability to consult with customers and notified bodies about technical design requirements is expected.
• Explain design solutions in an engaging manner.
• Proven track record of building and developing high-performing teams through effective coaching, mentorship, and talent development initiatives.
• Proven ability to manage conflicts and resolve interpersonal issues within the team, promoting a harmonious and collaborative work environment.
• Proven track record and practical working experience of working in a refinary or from commissioning similar petro-chemical.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to think long-term and anticipate future challenges and opportunities.
• Strong communication, analytical and planning skills.
• Solution/team/customer oriented with the confidence to act pro-actively.
• Fluent in English. Another European language is an advantage.
• Willingness to travel for at least 5 days per month.

We also value:

• Customer focused and open personality with ownership for performance and shared commitment.
• High-performance mindset with the capability to operate effectively under tight deadlines.
• Ability to communicate, cooperate and interact comfortably across cultures.
• Future oriented thinking and interest in continuous development.
• Ability to work well within a team and foster collaboration.
• Proactive, energetic approach to tasks, coupled with a positive mindset.

Please apply at the latest on 9.8.2024. Candidates will be reviewed on a continuous basis and the role will be filled as soon as the right person is found.