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ProSidian is seeking a Terminal Operations Engineer to join a critical consulting initiative supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's Loan Programs Office. This remote contract role, with occasional on-site requirements, offers a unique opportunity to apply specialized expertise in terminal operations to large-scale energy infrastructure projects. You will be instrumental in performing technical due diligence and engineering validation, ensuring the operational readiness and risk mitigation of critical energy assets. This position is ideal for experienced professionals aiming to contribute their skills to impactful energy financing and policy development within the United States.
Job Title
Terminal Operations Engineer | Technical Due Diligence & Engineering Validation for Downstream Oil & Gas / Midstream / Pipelines
Company
ProSidian
Location
Remote (within USA - On-site meetings expected in Washington, DC / Nationwide)
Contract Type
Exempt 1099 Contract (No Overtime Pay)
Clearance
Standard Background Check (Contract Contingent)
About ProSidian
ProSidian is a Management and Operations Consulting Services firm renowned for delivering tailored, high-impact solutions. We provide comprehensive services across Risk Management, Compliance, Business Process, IT Effectiveness, Engineering, Environmental, Sustainability, and Human Capital. Our firm leverages a global network of professionals to tackle complex challenges for clients in both public and private sectors.
Job Overview
Aligned with the GSA Labor Category: Senior Consultant, this role provides Independent Engineering (IE) Advisory Services focused on Technical Due Diligence & Engineering Validation within the Downstream Oil & Gas / Midstream / Pipelines sector. You will support the U.S. Department of Energy's Loan Programs Office (LPO) through the Energy Dominance Financing (EDF) Program, which offers debt financing for significant U.S. energy infrastructure projects. Your expertise will be vital in assessing operational risks and providing technically sound advisory services.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide Independent Engineering advisory support for the EDF Program, including technical due diligence, credit evaluation, lifecycle monitoring, and assurance activities.
- Focus on terminal operations, including storage, loading/unloading, blending, metering, and operational safety.
- Review project documentation, evaluate technical and commercial interfaces, and identify risks and necessary mitigations.
- Validate project assumptions and support conditions precedent and disbursement readiness reviews.
- Develop critical work products such as terminal operating procedures, capacity reviews, tank data analysis, transfer systems assessments, and safety readiness reports.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, finance, legal, construction, operations, environmental, HSE, and project controls to support informed decision-making.
- Participate in data room reviews, conduct stakeholder interviews, perform site observations, and attend monitoring meetings.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, geoscience, petroleum engineering, mechanical, electrical, chemical, civil, environmental, or a related technical field.
- Experience: 10+ years of relevant engineering, construction, operations, compliance, risk, finance, or energy infrastructure advisory experience. Demonstrated experience with oil and gas, power, utilities, or large-scale infrastructure projects for owners, lenders, independent engineers, or federal clients.
- Credentials (Preferred): PE, PMP, CSP, API, NACE/AMPP, PMI, or relevant discipline-specific credentials.
Required Skills
- Expertise in independent engineering review
- Knowledge of U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Loan Programs Office (LPO) documentation standards
- Skills in technical due diligence and risk assessment
- Specialized knowledge of terminal operations (storage, loading/unloading, blending, metering, safety)
- Experience with data room reviews and tracking information requests
- Proficient report writing and Excel-based analysis skills
- Strong stakeholder coordination and clear presentation abilities
Required Competencies
- Exceptional technical judgment, independence, and objectivity
- High level of analytical rigor and attention to detail
- Commitment to defensible documentation and superior client service
- Effective cross-functional collaboration and proactive issue escalation
- A strong quality mindset and adherence to schedule discipline
- Ability to translate technical findings into actionable insights for financing and risk management
Business Tools Proficiency
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat, data analytics tools, and Visio.
- Capability to quickly learn and adapt to new business tools.
ProSidian Global Competencies
- Personal Effectiveness
- Continuous Learning
- Leadership
- Client Service
- Business Management
- Business Development
- Technical Expertise
- Innovation & Knowledge Sharing (Thought Leadership)
Additional Information
- This role supports the DOE Energy Dominance Financing (EDF) Program, which provides financing and lifecycle oversight for major U.S. energy infrastructure projects.
- The LPO plays a critical role in evaluating projects from technical, engineering, financial, and operational perspectives.
- Independent Engineering (IE) advisory services are essential for assessing complex energy projects, aligning with standards used by commercial lenders and international financial institutions.
- Work is performed under NAICS 541330 (Engineering Services) for energy infrastructure financing.
- Deliverables must be independent, traceable, and suitable for lender review.
- Candidates should be committed to collaborating with intelligent, diverse professionals to address significant challenges.
- An inquisitive nature and a positive team attitude are highly valued.