GTI Energy, a leading research and development organization serving global energy markets, is seeking a Chief Technologist to join the Energy Supply & Conversion team as we create innovative solutions to current and future Energy challenges within our Lab and Bench Scale Operations Group. The position will be based in Chicago, IL, and will perform routine tests for general laboratory or field operations work under the direct supervision of professional staff. Familiarity with general safety rules and requirements is a must.

GTI Energy’s corporate headquarters is located in Des Plaines, IL. This position requires employees on-site Monday through Friday. Remote work is not a possibility. GTI Energy’s working hours are 8:15 AM to 5:00 PM but this position may include first, second, and third shift assignments and field work as a part of periodic test schedule.

We are proud of what we do because our work matters. GTI Energy is working toward solving global energy challenges in transitioning to a low-carbon economy. We have a proven track record in producing innovative ideas and commercializing solutions to deliver clean and reliable energy. At GTI Energy, we deliver innovative technology solutions for safe, efficient, and responsible energy.

So, what does that mean for you? You will work in a positive and respectful work culture that fosters growth, collaboration, and opportunity while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement of delivering clean energy to the world. GTI Energy offers generous benefits, competitive salaries, career advancement, and the opportunity to work in a professional R&D environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The position will report to the Manager of Lab and Bench Scale Operations and will support all operation activities in the Energy Supply & Conversion Department.

• Read and understand P&IDs
• Identify major equipment and its function
• Identify and operate major and minor valves
• Identify piping components, i.e. flanges (class and size), gaskets (class and size), socket welded, screwed, materials of construction, bolts, tubing fittings
• Pass all OSHA safety training and display proficiency in:
  • Fork truck
  • Aerial lift
  • Control of Hazardous Energy, Lockout Tagout
  • Confined Space Entry/Vessel Entry
  • Respiratory Training
  • PPE
  • Electrical Safety
  • Employee Emergency Response
  • Fire Protection
  • Radiation Safety
  • Hearing Conservation
  • H2S Alive
• Identify and operate routine startup and shutdown building functions, heating, water, ventilation, instrument air, nitrogen system, oxygen system, boiler
• Experience with electrical tasks, isolating with breakers
• Identify items to be ordered and send message to purchasing for order
• Proficiency in hand tool use, grinder, drill, Sawzall, tubing bender, tubing cutter
• Perform general housekeeping, cleanup
• Support pilot operations as plant technician, will require shift work.

• Ability to read diagrams and follow directions
• Ability to communicate effectively through e-mail
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to lift 50lb.
• Experience with small to medium size experimental test skid construction is preferred.

• High school diploma required
• Coursework or experience of a technical nature appropriate to the job assignment

GTI Energy is committed to developing a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. If you require any accommodation, please e-mail us at HumanResources@gti.energy and we’ll work with you to meet your accessibility needs. You must have legal authorization to work for GTI Energy on your date of hire with no further action required by GTI Energy. GTI Energy is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and gives consideration to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy or genetic information.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)