Eavor Technologies

Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor (m/w/d)

Join Eavor Technologies in Geretsried as a Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor. Lead maintenance planning and coordination for geothermal power systems, ensuring reliability and safety. Benefit from a competitive salary, 30 days vacation, and a dynamic international team in a fast-growing company.

Eavor Technologies

Company Overview

Eavor Technologies Inc.

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

2017

Employee count is not publicly specified, and as a private company, no 2023 or later revenue figures are disclosed (source: wikipedia.org).

What They Do

Eavor Technologies focuses exclusively on next-generation closed-loop geothermal technology, specifically the Eavor-Loop™, which connects two vertical wells with multiple horizontal multilateral wellbores to form a sealed subsurface radiator that extracts heat from hot rock via conduction, circulating a proprietary working fluid added at the surface rather than reservoir brine (source: wikipedia.org). Key innovations include Rock-Pipe™, a patented chemical seal that isolates the fluid from surrounding rock to prevent seepage, and Magnetic Ranging technology adapted from oil and gas for precise well intersections using magnetic signals between drilling assemblies (source: wikipedia.org). The system delivers thermal energy for direct heating/cooling applications like district heating or greenhouses, or converts it to electricity via heat engines, operating without pumps via the thermosiphon effect, producing utility-scale output equivalent to heating 16,000 homes per installation, with dispatchable, baseload capabilities including black-start and fast ramping (source: eavor.com). Target markets include direct heat in Europe, electricity generation in the western US, district heating feasibility studies in Toronto with Enwave and Vancouver with Creative Energy, and island markets for high-emission areas, emphasizing scalability anywhere due to no need for aquifers, fracking, or high water use (source: northamericaoutlookmag.com). Eavor differentiates from conventional geothermal and Enhanced Geothermal Systems (EGS) by avoiding convection, fracking risks, seismicity, aquifer dependency, and water treatment, enabling predictable output, standardized manufacturing like wind/solar, and operation across diverse geologies with minimal maintenance (source: eavor.com).

Projects & Track Record

The Derek Riddell Eavor-Lite™ Demonstration Facility near Rocky Mountain House, Alberta, Canada, was a full-scale prototype completed with drilling starting August 2019 and decommissioned in late 2024, featuring two vertical wells connected by two multilateral wells at 2.4 km depth plus a surface pipeline, validating drilling, Rock-Pipe™ sealing, thermosiphon effect, and thermodynamic performance within 2% of predictions over five years (source: wikipedia.org). Eavor-Deep™, a 2022 test site in New Mexico, USA, drilled the hottest and deepest directional geothermal well in history to demonstrate commercial Eavor-Loop™ components for deep, high-temperature rock, targeting US, European, and Asia-Pacific markets (source: wikipedia.org). The Geretsried project in Germany achieved first electricity production from closed-loop multilateral wells, proving 24/7 clean heat and power with innovations like 50% drilling time reduction per lateral, 3x bit run length improvement, Insulated Drill Pipe, Active Magnetic Ranging, and Rock-Pipe™ (source: eavor.com). In Hanover, Germany, Eavor signed a September 2023 heat supply agreement with enercity for up to 30 MW thermal (250 million kWh/year, heating 20,000 homes) using Eavor-Loop™, with delivery delayed to 2027 as of late 2024 (source: wikipedia.org). Key partnerships include enercity, Enwave, Creative Energy, and investors like Canada Growth Fund; geographic presence spans Canada (Alberta), USA (New Mexico), Germany (Geretsried, Hanover), with expansion into Europe for heat and western US/North America for electricity, plus global scalability ambitions (source: wikipedia.org).

Recent Developments

In 2023, Eavor signed the Hanover heat supply agreement with enercity for 30 MW thermal delivery by 2027 (source: wikipedia.org). At the Geretsried site in Germany, Eavor achieved first electricity production from closed-loop multilateral wells, as announced by President and CEO Mark Fitzgerald, confirming black-start capability, fast ramping, and no-load operation for months, alongside a white paper at the Geothermal Rising Conference detailing 50% drilling time cuts and enabling tech deployments (source: eavor.com). The Eavor-Lite™ facility was decommissioned in late 2024 after successful five-year operation (source: wikipedia.org). Canada Growth Fund made its first investment in Eavor, enabling commercialization push post-proof-of-concept (source: youtube.com). A July 2024 documentary "Underground, Underdog: The Eavor Story" detailed founding challenges and oil/gas expertise repurposing (source: eavor.com). Eavor continues feasibility studies in North American districts and global expansion, with CEO John Redfern noting 2018 founding (refining Wikipedia's 2017 date in some contexts) and fringe-to-mainstream shift amid AI-driven clean energy demand (source: thelogic.co).

Working There

Eavor, led by figures like CEO John Redfern, President Mark Fitzgerald, VP Business Development Neil Ethier, and CTO Matt Towes, draws heavily from oil and gas expertise for roles in drilling, engineering, technology development, business development, and project management, with teams focused on R&D for Eavor-Loop™, Rock-Pipe™, and Magnetic Ranging innovations (source: eavor.com). Primary hiring occurs at Calgary headquarters for technical, operational, and corporate roles, with Eavor GmbH in Germany supporting project-specific positions in Geretsried and Hanover developments (source: cbinsights.com). Culture indicators from founder accounts highlight persistence through early skepticism, working unpaid initially, patent protections amid doubters, and a visionary drive to scale geothermal globally, fostering a tight-knit team from oil/gas repurposing with emphasis on disruptive innovation and rapid iteration as seen in 50% drilling improvements (source: youtube.com). Specific benefits are not detailed in public sources, though the company's global investor backing and project milestones suggest competitive cleantech perks tied to equity and growth in a high-potential sector (source: eavor.de). Job seekers should monitor the Calgary headquarters and LinkedIn for openings in engineering, drilling tech, and business development amid ongoing US and European projects (source: linkedin.com).


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Job Description

Eavor Technologies Inc. is seeking a high performing self-motivated Mechanical and Maintenance Supervisor. Employed by Eavor GmbH in Germany and working within a multidisciplinary international team you will use your operational and technical expertise, initiative, business acumen, and problem-solving skills to construct the world's first closed-loop geothermal systems. The successful candidate's primary focus will be on our project in the city of Geretsried, Bavaria and shall be ready for future projects assignments within Germany or Europewide. There is ample potential for career growth in our rapidly expanding technology company.

Eavor is seeking a candidate with a technical background and experience in energy projects with focus on developing, structuring and overseeing operation and maintenance team of Eavor's geothermal power plant in Geretsried, Bavaria.

Eavor provides a competitive compensation package with upside opportunity.

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Planning and coordination of activities, as well as monitoring of measures; no hands-on execution required.
  • Utilization and continuous improvement of the software tool for planning and organizing maintenance and upkeep tasks.
  • Planning and coordination of routine inspections, identification of potential issues, and implementation of maintenance plans to minimize downtime.
  • Creation of checklists and monitoring of execution by the operations manager.
  • Collaborate with operations and engineering teams to develop and optimize maintenance schedules for mechanical systems.
  • Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical failures, providing timely and effective solutions to restore equipment functionality.
  • Oversee the installation, repair, and maintenance of turbines, pumps, compressors, heat exchangers, and associated components.
  • Responsibility for the inventory and stocktaking of spare parts and consumables, including the use of software tools and internal company processes.
  • Develop and implement safety procedures and protocols for mechanical maintenance activities, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
  • Provide technical support during equipment overhauls, shutdowns, and planned maintenance activities.
  • Train and mentor maintenance staff to enhance their skills and ensure a high level of expertise in ORC power plant mechanical systems.
  • Document all maintenance activities, including reports on equipment conditions, work performed, and recommendations for improvements.
  • Planning and coordination of all required inspections (e.g., TÜV) and approvals. Maintenance and continuous updating of the inspection register within the software.

Qualifications

  • Minimum qualification: Certified industrial foreman (Industriemeister) or technician (Techniker) in maintenance, mechanical engineering, or a related field; relevant certifications are a plus.
  • 5+ years proven experience in mechanical maintenance within power plants or industry.
  • Familiarity with predictive maintenance tools to assess equipment health.
  • Understanding of rotating equipment, lubrication systems, and mechanical seals.
  • Knowledge of relevant safety regulations and protocols in industrial environments, power plants or electricity generation.
  • Excellent troubleshooting skills and the ability to make informed decisions under time constraints.
  • Effective communication skills to coordinate with cross-functional teams and external service providers.
  • Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) for efficient tracking of maintenance activities.
  • Ability to work in a dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.
  • Willingness to participate in on-call rotations for emergency maintenance situations
  • German and English language speaker oral and writing.

Our Offer

  • Attractive remuneration package
  • Training and development opportunities
  • 30 days vacation plus additional days off at Christmas, New Year's Eve and Rose Monday
  • Dynamically growing company with flat hierarchies
  • Committed, motivated and international team
  • Allowance for private internet contract
  • Regular company events

Join our team and play a crucial role in ensuring the reliability and longevity of our ORC power plant through expert mechanical maintenance engineering.

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About the role

June 5, 2026

Full time

Company

June 5, 2026

On-site

Geothermal Energy

Eavor Technologies

eavor.com

  •  Geretsried, Germany

5+ years in mechanical maintenance

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