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Job description
- Manage the clients EPC contractor interface: establish responsibilities, deliverables, meeting cadence, action owners and closure dates; drive resolution within delegated authority and escalate unresolved issues
- Prepare EPC installation schedules with resources, materials, equipment, dependencies and critical path, and drive recovery plans for delays
- Prepare progress reports and maintain a site installation log. You will also track progress against baseline (build project S-Curve)
- Plan and manage Ohmium's installation supervisors and technicians, including deployment, daily priorities, work allocation, and performance. Coordinate EPC crews through the contractor's site management
- Verify site readiness and installation compliance with approved drawings, OEM instructions, inspection and test plans, and applicable HSE requirements. Intervene on unsafe work and coordinate corrective action with the responsible site authority.
- Resolve multidisciplinary installation interfaces with Engineering, Quality, and Field Services.
- Review constructability, method statements, technical queries, and design changes
- Train EPC teams on Ohmium installation requirements and acceptance criteria. Track scope boundaries, deviations, and potential variations; document impacts and support the Project Manager's change control without making unauthorized commitments.
- Drive inspections, nonconformance resolution, punch-list closure, mechanical completion records, and handover documentation. Verify readiness with Field Services before commissioning starts; support commissioning and subsequent installation-related defect closure.
- Issue accurate weekly progress and resource reports, look-ahead plans, risk and interface registers, and decision requests. Maintain a central record of instructions, delays, inspections, and correspondence; support the Project Manager with factual records for contractual matters.
- Drive installation lessons learned across projects and translate site feedback into actionable improvements with Engineering, Product, and Field Services to simplify installation methods, shorten installation timelines, and reduce the duration and level of Ohmium's on-site support without compromising safety or quality.
- Set and enforce the safety standards for every site you lead, and make sure every person on site knows how to stop work when something is wrong.
- Work with Engineering and Product to turn designs into buildable plans
- Develop and maintain EPC requirements and Installation Project Plans (IPPs), and review and improve EPC and installation documentation to ensure clear responsibilities, practical execution guidance, consistent quality standards, and efficient site delivery.
- Give leadership a clear, honest view of project status, risk, and cost, and recommend the decisions that need to be made.
Desired Qualification
- Minimum 10+ years of relevant industrial project experience, including at least 3 years leading EPC interfaces, construction coordination, or site execution across multiple disciplines and contractors.
- B.E/B.Tech or M.E in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil or related engineering or construction management. Industrial site experience is advantageous
- Experience installing industrial plants, power, or process facilities, with practical understanding of mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and civil interfaces. Hydrogen or electrolyzer experience is an advantage.
- A valid passport and the ability to travel up to 50% of the time between India and Europe, including obtaining visas as required.
- Demonstrated competence in site HSE, installation quality, inspection and test plans, nonconformance management, mechanical completion and readiness for commissioning
- Strong planning, progress measurement, and reporting and risk management skills
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications and contractual scope
- Confident contractor management, negotiation, and technical communication skills in English. Able to train EPC teams, lead technicians, resolve issues across cultures, and recognize when escalation or formal approval is required.
- The ability to work across cultures and time zones, and to lead teams in India and Europe with respect for local norms and expectations.
As EPC Manager, you will manage the technical and execution interface with the clients EPC contractor across our sites in India and Europe, from installation planning through mechanical completion and readiness for commissioning. You will drive contractor actions and coordinate site resources within our contractual scope.
This is a hands-on role combining EPC coordination, technical and commercial awareness, and site leadership. You will travel up to 50% across India and Europe, with extended site assignments during critical installation periods.
Ohmium is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
About this role
Experience
10+ years of relevant industrial project experience, including at least 3 years leading EPC interfaces, construction coordination, or site execution.
About Ohmium
Company Overview
Ohmium International
Fremont, CA, United States
2019
Approximately 550 employees (source: linkedin.com). Total funding raised of $311.2 million as of 2023 (source: cbinsights.com).
What They Do
Ohmium specializes in the production of green hydrogen through advanced Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) electrolyzers. These electrolyzers utilize water and renewable energy sources to generate high-purity hydrogen without relying on fossil fuels (source: ohmium.com). Their flagship product, the Lotus Mark 2 electrolyzer, features a hyper-modular design that includes a centralized water purification unit, glycol-based cooling, and proprietary power electronics, all integrated into a compact footprint that allows for vertical stacking and deployment in various climates (source: ohmium.com). The company offers services such as global remote monitoring and maintenance, ensuring scalability from megawatt to gigawatt levels through standardized designs manufactured in India (source: ohmium.com). Target markets include industrial applications, power generation, and transportation fuels, focusing on sectors that are challenging to decarbonize across the U.S., Europe, India, and the Middle East (source: ohmium.com). Ohmium's competitive edge lies in its high current density, dynamic ramping capabilities, and superior iridium utilization, positioning it favorably against industry competitors like ITM Power and Siemens Energy (source: ohmium.com).
Projects & Track Record
Ohmium has established a robust global project pipeline exceeding 2 GW, demonstrating its reliability in extreme conditions (source: ohmium.com). Among its notable projects is the supply of a 10 MW PEM electrolyzer for Croatia's INA Rijeka Refinery, which aims to decarbonize operations and fuel transport, supported by the EU Recovery and Resilience Facility (source: advancedbiofuelsusa.info). In Spain, Ohmium has committed to supplying up to 52 tons of green hydrogen annually for the EFFI SOLAR GREENH2 PORTUARIO project, which will replace methane in gas flares, significantly reducing CO2 emissions (source: ohmium.com). Additionally, the company signed a term sheet for 300 MW PEM electrolyzers for the OFFSET offshore floating green hydrogen and ammonia project in Southern Europe, with production expected by 2029 (source: canvasbusinessmodel.com). Ohmium's partnerships include collaborations with Invenergy for turbine cooling at the Nelson Energy Center and involvement in India's first green methanol plant (source: cbinsights.com).
Recent Developments
In 2023, Ohmium successfully raised $250 million in Series C financing led by TPG Rise Climate, aimed at scaling manufacturing to 2 GW annual capacity and expanding R&D efforts (source: esgtoday.com). This followed a $45 million Series B round in April 2022, bringing total funding to $311.2 million by late 2025 (source: cbinsights.com). The company also inaugurated a PEM electrolyzer gigafactory in India, which is expected to abate 4 million tons of CO2 annually (source: ohmium.com). In 2024, Ohmium secured a term sheet for a 300 MW project in Southern Europe and partnered for India's first green methanol plant, showcasing its commitment to expanding its footprint in the green hydrogen sector (source: canvasbusinessmodel.com). By 2025, Ohmium achieved UL Solutions' first industrial certification for hydrogen generators using water electrolysis, further solidifying its position in the market (source: ohmium.com).
Working There
Ohmium offers a diverse range of roles across engineering, manufacturing, operations, R&D, compliance, and executive positions, attracting talent from various sectors including electrolyzer and fuel cell technology (source: ohmium.com). The company is primarily hiring for its Fremont, California headquarters, with additional opportunities linked to its gigafactory in India and projects across the U.S., Europe, and the Middle East (source: builtin.com). Ohmium's culture emphasizes innovative problem-solving, speed of execution, and a commitment to human rights compliance, reflecting its mission to advance efficient PEM technology (source: ohmium.com). While specific employee benefits are not publicly documented, the company promotes operational perks through roles in global remote monitoring and performance guarantees (source: ohmium.com). Job seekers are encouraged to visit their careers page for current openings (source: ohmium.com).
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