Iron and Steel Technology Advisor

Boston Government Services, LLC. (BGS) is seeking an Iron and Steel Technology Advisor to support the Department of Energy's (DOE) Industrial Technologies Office (ITO) in Washington, DC.

BGS is an engineering, technology, and security firm helping to advance missions of national importance for government programs, national laboratories, national security facilities, nuclear operations, and complex projects. We support clients at every stage, from strategic planning and program management to the execution of engineering and technical activities. We work to attract and retain the best talent because the best talent delivers the best results for our clients. Our capabilities are based on our experience in complex, secure, and highly regulated environments. We leverage our experience and capabilities to provide mission-driven solutions tuned to our client's mission needs and strategic direction.

We are passionate about our culture! At BGS, we hire people who will bring their whole self to work each day because we value operating with openness and inclusivity, welcoming and respecting all. BGS cares for each employee's well-being by offering a comprehensive benefit package and providing a culture of exciting work, excellence, and fun.

If you align with BGS' company values and culture, we would love for you to explore opportunities to join our growing team by checking out the job description below!

About the Program Office:

The Department of Energy's (DOE) Industrial Technologies Office (ITO) accelerates the innovation and adoption of cost-effective technologies that position American industry to lead on the competitive stage in evolving global markets. ITO provides planning, management, and direction necessary for a balanced national program of research, development, demonstration, technical assistance, and workforce development to drive energy, materials, and production efficiency across the industrial sector.

About the Role:

The Industrial Technologies Office (ITO) is seeking an experienced candidate to provide strategic vision and support for innovation in the Iron and Steel Industry. The role requires interacting closely with ITO staff and National Laboratory scientists on research, development, and deployment (RD&D) of projects that produce significant cost- and energy savings, and improve the competitiveness of the Iron and Steel Industry. The selected contractor will engage deeply in the Energy-Intensive Industries (EII) team's technical projects and activities, interacting with experts in academia, industry, and at the national labs.

The position will support the development and management of RD&D programs focused on developing new technologies through the management of large federal programs and projects with partners in industry, academia, and national laboratories. The role may also require engaging with other programs at the Department of Energy and across the Federal government.

Responsibilities:

• Subject Matter Expertise: Provide subject matter expertise to inform the research, development and deployment agenda of iron and steel technologies. Have a strong understanding of the current technical and market barriers to technology development, commercialization, and utilization related to the iron and steel industry.
• Strategic Planning: Contribute to strategic plans for technical research and development that advance the ITO and EII mission, resulting in measurable and trackable savings. Support activities associated with the sub-program including the development, maintenance, and execution of an innovation strategy which includes exploring areas of interest and participating in the process for and management of funding awards and projects.
• Program Management: Collaborate on the active project management of ITO awards to oversee a research, development, and demonstration portfolio of transformative iron and steel technologies in the United States.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with DOE staff and contractors in a program of activities to build and maintain relationships with leaders from industry and academia. As needed, engage in public-facing aspects of the ITO Iron and Steel industry program.
• Communication: Support DOE staff to prepare and present written and oral briefings and reports to senior federal staff, DOE leadership, external partners, and industry stakeholders.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Master's degree in metallurgical science and engineering, materials science, chemical engineering, or other relevant degree.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the Iron and Steel industry including an understanding of plant operations, feedstock materials, and process technologies associated with iron and steel industry products.
• Knowledge of industrial technologies to recognize realistic opportunities for market expansion based on practical considerations and cost/benefit potentials.
• Knowledge of business issues relevant to the development in the industrial sector, including key market applications, current and evolving structure of supply chains, and intellectual property considerations relevant to manufacturing technology development.
• A passion for improving energy efficiency and industrial innovation.
• An interest in participating in a multi-disciplinary, metrics-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Strong written, organizational, analytical, and research skills, and a demonstrated capacity for creative thinking.
• Successful drug screening.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a security or clearance badge.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Located in the Washington DC area with a hybrid work arrangement.
• Ph.D. in metallurgical science and engineering, materials science, chemical engineering, or other relevant degree.
• 10+ years of experience in industry or other related experience.
• Membership in pertinent associations is helpful (AISI, AIST, etc.).
• Strong project management skills.
• Experience in commercialization.

Location/Work Arrangement:

• This position can be a Hybrid Work Arrangement in Washington, DC or Remote.

Benefits:

BGS offers a competitive total compensation package to eligible employees. Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation, 401K, Long and Short-Term Disability.

EEO:

BGS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Exclusive Agreement Disclaimer:

BGS has standing contracts with federal agencies throughout the United States. We require an affirmative exclusive agreement to represent all candidates to our clients. By submitting this application, you are consenting to allow BGS to represent you as a candidate for the role in which you are applying.