Technology Specialist III at Nautilus Nigeria Engineering and Construction Limited

MAIN FUNCTIONS

The Technology Specialist position is a senior plastics process technical professional that provides overall  technology direction and guidance to Company’s Plastics Process Technology organization. They are 
experienced engineers and scientists that provide strategic, cross-functional and industry leadership that  impacts identification of Plastics business opportunities, development of technology to address business  needs, and application of new or existing technology to advance the general interest. The Technology  Specialist is responsible for development and retention of knowledge leading to competitive advantage for  Plastics production in their assigned area.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

In addition to all Level 1 and 2 Tasks and Responsibilities, a Level 3 Technology Specialists will: 

• Identifies areas for generating competitive advantage through technology development and  implementation and obtains business management support 
• Identifies opportunities for generating competitive advantage through improved plant operation and  obtains management support for implementation 
• Provides guidance in Polymers Process Technology to major venture project development teams 
• Ensures the Plastics Process Technology knowledge is being maintained, advanced and utilized 
• Provides guidance/coaching for Plastics Process Engineers 
• Develops overall technical resource plans for the Plastics Process technical community, including  succession plans for Plastics Process Experts 

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS 

• Previous experience in a closely related position 
• PhD in Engineering required 
• Extensive knowledge of discipline 
• Read, write and speak fluent English 
• Influence corporate strategic direction in areas of expertise 
• Facilitate global collaboration across the organization 
• Develop integrated solutions and champion integration of results into broader business solutions 
• Manage external relationships 
• Understand and articulate technical challenges, identify opportunities and provide leadership to drive  resolution 
• Guide the development of complex, multi-disciplinary concepts that solve business problems across  the full life cycle 
• Grow next generation of technical leaders, mentor staff, and provide guidance and constructive  feedback. 
• Should be skilled in at least 2 plastics process technologies.