AFC Solid Fuels

8 Rivers is a clean energy and climate technology company leading the global energy industry towards achieving net zero.

Since 2008, 8 Rivers has been pioneering infrastructure-scale technologies that can drastically reduce or remove CO2 emissions. We’re proud to be a growing, world-class team of engineering and business experts working together to commercialize technologies and deliver projects across multiple sectors, with a focus on oxy-combustion and ultra-low carbon intensity processes. The 8 Rivers technology portfolio includes ultra-low carbon hydrogen production (8RH2), transformative low-carbon power cycles (Allam-Fetvedt Cycle), and hyper-efficient direct air capture (Calcite). With more than $1B in funding raised into our portfolio, we hold more CO2-related patents than any other entity in the world, and we are actively deploying our technology into projects in the US and abroad. Our diversified suite of technologies was developed to help the hardest-to-decarbonize sectors to achieve their net-zero goals by prioritizing the balancing of economics and science. 8 Rivers is speeding the arrival of a net-zero world where clean energy powers human prosperity.

Apply today if you are interested in contributing to our vision for a cleaner tomorrow, today.

Product

The AFC Solid Fuel process,

invented by 8 Rivers, is a revolutionary clean energy solution, advancing power generation by enabling the environmentally friendly use of solid fuels. Leveraging the Allam-Fetvedt Cycle renowned for its zero-emission power generation and carbon capture capabilities, this technology tackles environmental concerns linked with traditional solid fuel usage. Its solid fuel variant broadens its application, offering efficient and eco-friendly solutions for industries reliant on solid fuels for power generation.

The Role

As VP of

Product Development for AFC-Solid Fuels Technology, you'll

spearhead our zero-emissions technology portfolio, supporting clients' needs in achieving net-zero goals. Collaborating closely with the

Innovation team, you'll

lead the creation of a product family to advance our top-tier net-zero solutions. Essential to this role is seamless coordination across our organization to meet stakeholder

expectations. Thriving in a dynamic, innovative setting, you'll leverage strong communication

, negotiation, and management skills.

Responsibilities

Develop, lead

,

and manage

a multidisciplinary technical team for

the delivery of the

AFC-SF

product from concept thorough deployment

,

ensuring they are market

-

leading and maximize value

for

the company and clients.

Define the product vision, strategy, and business plan based on client requirements and market demand.

Own the product roadmap

,

ensur

ing

it

aligns with

the product

’s

purpose

and

remains

a working document as market trends change.

C

ollaborate

across

the business to ensure all aspects of the product meet or exceed the product development timeline.

Conduct continual market research to

keep

our

products competitive and

aligned

with the company’s strategic success.

Hold responsibility for the product

program

budget

,

ensuring robust development stage gates are in place to manage

resources,

cost, risk

,

and schedule.

Ensure effective, proactive

,

and open communication

for

transparency and clarity of product goals, progress

,

and issues across the business.

Develop and implement a continuous improvement program

,

driv

ing

improvements in the product family based on market feedback and further innovation

.

Promote thought leadership for

new ideas

, products

,

or initiatives benefi

cial to

the company and clients.

Develop strategic relationships with key suppliers and

industry

partners

.

Develop solutions to

quality issues and implement processes and systems to prevent recurrence.

Travel

globally to

manage clients

or partner relationships,

as

required

.

Provide mentorship, guidance, and professional development opportunities for team members

.

Essential Skillset, Education/Qualification, Certification Attainment

Bachelor’s degree in

e

ngineering, or related field

.

15+ years of experience in product

and/ or technology development

or

a

similar role in an innovation or technology

-

led organization

with progressive

leadership

experience

10+ years of experience in

product

portfolio

management

.

IGCC power generation

experience

required

,

Solids

handling, Gasification or

Acid Gas Treatment

experience will be a plus

.

L

eadership skills, including the ability to structure work, inspire performance, foster high performance teams, use/share information,

lead cross-functional

disciplines and

facilitate

change.

Ability to adapt to changing priorities and market conditions, with a flexible approach to problem-solving and decision-making.

A

bility to effectively communicate information to a wide variety of technical and non-technical individuals or groups at all levels of the organizatio

n.

Ability to work well with others at all organizational levels, to organize and prioritize, and to

participate

with cross-functional teams.

Advanced

knowledge of product development methodologies, with the ability to handle broad complex and unstructured tasks wh

il

e

maintaining

a strategic focus.

A

bility

to

establish

product roadmaps, develop and implement strategic goals

,

and improv

e

business processes and delivery capability.

U

nderstanding of business implications, project interdependencies, and system interfaces

.

Able to travel internationally as

required

.

Only candidates authorized to work in the US without requiring visa sponsorship will be considered for this position.

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