At Technip Energies, we believe in a better tomorrow and we believe we can make tomorrow better. With approximately 15,000 talented women and men, we are a global and leading engineering and technology company, with a clear vision to accelerate the energy transition. Designing and delivering added value energy solutions is what we do.
If you share our determination to drive the transition to a low-carbon future, then this could be the job for you. We are currently seeking a Global Head of Technology - Ethylene to join our team based in Houston, TX.
About the Job
Key responsibilities include:
Ownership of Technology Roadmap and support to Strategic Roadmap in Ethylene:
Provide thought leadership on strategic approach for technological development
Work with the BL leader reviewing macro trends and competitors' actions, especially on their technological development.
Continuously challenge and improve technology.
Develop technology roadmap as a subset of the technology strategy roadmap in alignment with business line and corporate strategy.
Responsible for implementation of ethylene technology strategy and roadmap via shaping, forming, and overseeing the execution of technology programs and supporting of business activities where required.
Ownership of ethylene technology:
Be the leader of Ethylene technology globally
Foster cooperation between relevant centers that work with ethylene technology and between the technology community and the business counterparts.
Key arbitrator in conflict resolution concerning technological issues.
Coordination between the subject matter experts and centers of expertise
Key counterpart and decision maker for IP topics, including patents and trademarks.
Support creation and validation of NDAs.
Work closely with VP Early Engagement to position for future projects.
R&D programs in the field of Ethylene:
Accountable for R&D and Technology Scoping program execution lifecycle
Accountable for management of R&D program via R&D program/project managers in OCs.
Responsible for setting up and execution of regular program review, gate review within T&I and outside T&I.
Mentor and coach R&D program managers and technical talent in relevant technical areas.
Align for and adhere to R&D program management guidelines within T&I SFCC team.
Contribution to cooperations, competitive intelligence and marketing:
Provide input into marketing material and support conferences.
Responsible for the Ethylene Technology Forum
Maintain market intelligence and competitive intelligence in relevant areas.
Approve technical content for press releases and other publications.
Recommend technology cooperations, M&A, etc. based on strategic technology roadmap.
Steer selected technology related cooperations in ethylene.
Provide input on business cooperation decisions such as JDA, JLA, LA, MoUs, etc.
We offer you not only a job, but an inspiring journey in a truly global environment where you team up to break down boundaries thanks to the innovation, creativity and pioneer spirit which drive our people.
About You
We'd love to hear from you if your profile meets the following essential requirements:
Desired Skills and Experiences:
A minimum of 15+ years of experience in relevant industry.
Good understanding of Chemical technologies in the context of net-zero ambitions.
Strong business acumen with previous experience in technology development
Curious about new technologies and keen to open innovation.
Understanding of quantitative/qualitative R&D portfolio management methodologies
Strong interpersonal and influencing skills including working with cross-functional teams in a highly matrixed global organization.
A Master's degree or higher in engineering or science is desired
Strong presentation and communication skills. Ability to work in a multi-culture environment.
Inclusion Standards
In our continuous journey to developing and building culture of inclusion, we adhere to four Inclusion Gold Standards.
We challenge our biases and embrace diversity of thought.
No one has all the knowledge and solutions, collectively we do.
We foster a caring environment where people are respected, comfortable to share and be heard.
We promote active listening for effective decisions and action.
What's Next?
Once receiving your system application, the Recruiting Team will screen and match your skills, experience, and potential team fit against the role requirements. We ask for your patience as the team completes the volume of applications within a reasonable timeframe. Check your application progress periodically via personal account from created candidate profile during your application.
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