Senior Systems Engineer

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Massachusetts, United States of America

Job Family Group:

Commercial and Retail

Worker Type:

Regular

Posting Start Date:

March 2, 2022

Business unit:

Integrated Gas

Experience Level:

Experienced Professionals

Job Description:

What’s the role?

Shell’s Renewables & Energy Solutions business was created in 2016 and leads the development and growth of Shell’s integrated power business, including low-carbon sources like wind and solar, new mobility options like electric vehicle charging and lower-carbon fuel options like hydrogen for industry and road transport. Shell continues to provide customers with more renewable and low-carbon power, helping customers to switch to these options through energy solutions and decarbonization services.

The Senior Systems Engineer (SSE) is a multidisciplinary role in an exciting new industry that seeks to bring zero emissions mobility to all sectors of global transportation. In this role, the SSE will provide technical support for all aspects of the Hydrogen Mobility business across the Americas including business development, conceptual engineering, product development, project delivery, operations, and technical safety. The SSE will be responsible for the integration of hydrogen systems across the entire value chain using a Systems Thinking approach. To accomplish this, the SSE will serve as the technical resource and focal point through the full lifecycle of high-profile opportunities and projects, serving as the technical counterpart to the Business Opportunity Manger during opportunity development and to the Project Delivery Manager during the project execution phase.

The candidate is responsible for implementing a fit-for-purpose approach rooted in Systems Engineering to:


Support system design and requirements verification to deploy state-of-the-art solutions and/or de-risk novel technologies
Engage Operations, Projects and HSSE to define strategies, tactics and identify appropriate development partners to meet business and technical goals
Use in-house tools to model or verify system performance and, where necessary, to build new capabilities for use by the Hydrogen team
Support the development of potential Tier 1 suppliers and support the development of a Tier 2 supply chain for Americas
Perform should-cost analyses and assist supply chain development to reduce cost and influence product offerings
Conduct cost and performance optimization of engineered systems
Support the implementation of a Hydrogen Digital Platform to collect and analyze data from Shell’s Hydrogen Refueling network in Americas
Interface with other Lines of Business (e.g. Downstream Manufacturing) to integrate scope of mobility projects into industrial hydrogen projects
Support vendors by influencing the utilization of 3rd party test facilities, and building new capabilities to meet requirements


Requirements

What we need from you –


Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer.
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, M.Sc. or Ph.D. preferred
Proven experience in Systems Engineering, formal systems engineering training preferred
Proven track record in technology development, maturation and commercialization
At least 5 years of relevant work experience in operations, testing, integration, reliability and deployment aspects from diverse industries
At least 5 years working on design and/or implementation of complex technical systems or systems of systems
Deep technical knowledge in several of the following areas:
Engineering Fundamentals (e.g. Process, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil and/or Construction Engineering, etc.)
Techno-Economic modeling of complex systems
Shell HSSE & Social Performance framework
Hydrogen value chain
Hardware Integration plans
Risk management analyses and trade studies
Clear oral and written communication skills to present complex value propositions to internal and/or external stakeholders


Shell is a global group of energy and petrochemical companies with about 84,000 employees across more than 70 countries. We aim to meet the world’s growing need for more and cleaner energy solutions in ways that are economically, environmentally and socially responsible. We have expertise in exploration, production, refining and marketing of oil and natural gas, and the manufacturing and marketing of chemicals.

As a global energy company operating in a challenging world, we set high standards of performance and ethical behaviors. We are judged by how we act and how we live up to our core values of honesty, integrity and respect for people. Our Business Principles are based on these. They promote trust, openness, teamwork and professionalism, as well as pride in what we do and how we conduct business.

Building on our core values, we aspire to sustain a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels respected and valued, from our employees to our customers and partners. A diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment are vital to our success, leading to greater innovation and better energy solutions.

An innovative place to work

There’s never been a more exciting time to work at Shell. Everyone here is helping solve one of the biggest challenges facing the world today: bringing the benefits of energy to everyone on the planet, whilst managing the risks of climate change.

Join us and you’ll add your talent and imagination to a business with the power to shape the future – whether by investing in renewables, exploring new ways to store energy or developing technology that helps the world to use energy more efficiently.

An inclusive place to work

To power progress together, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we’re nurturing an inclusive environment – one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills and reach your potential…


We’re creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through transparent recruitment process, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply, and we’ll take it from there.
We’re closing the gender gap – whether that’s through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.
We’re striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
We consider ourselves a flexible employer and want to support you finding the right balance. We encourage you to discuss this with us in your application.


A rewarding place to work

Combine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice.

We’re huge advocates for career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.

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According to the United Nations, the global population could increase to more than 10 billion people. A key role for society – and for Shell – is to find ways to meet the growing demand for energy, with less carbon emissions. We need people who dare to think differently – to take part in developing tomorrow’s energy solutions today.

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