Senior Project Manager - Renewable Synthetic Fuels (Remote)

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager for Renewable Synthetic Fuels to join our team at Solarbelt FairFuel. This Senior Project Manager remote role offers the opportunity to lead pioneering projects in renewable energy, focusing on the development of innovative fuels for hard-to-abate sectors. You will be instrumental in driving projects from concept through to operation, ensuring that we meet our mission of creating sustainable energy solutions.

What You'll Do

• Identify and engage suitable project owners, co-investors, and operators in developing countries for the development and operation of plants producing eMethanol, bio-methanol, and sustainable aviation and maritime fuels.
• Structure locally anchored projects across technical, environmental, and commercial dimensions – from feedstock supply through to fuel production and logistics.
• Coordinate with technology providers, EPC contractors, and local developers to define plant design and estimate CAPEX and OPEX.
• Develop business cases using techno-economic models to assess production volumes, costs, revenues, and overall project viability.
• Advance projects from early concept and pre-feasibility through to detailed engineering and implementation.
• Prepare techno-economic presentations and project documentation for partners, investors, funding institutions, ministries, and regulatory authorities.
• Support funding applications, certification processes, and offtake and commercialization strategies with public and private stakeholders.
• Collaborate internationally with project partners, support site visits in Germany and abroad, and represent Solarbelt at conferences.

Requirements

• University degree in engineering, natural sciences, economics, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in project development or project engineering in renewable energy, chemicals, or oil & gas.
• Hands-on experience across the full project lifecycle – from concept and feasibility through to detailed engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Strong ability to independently identify, acquire, and engage partners, and to convince and align stakeholders.
• Experience coordinating EPC contractors, technology licensors, and engineering consultants regarding scope, schedule, and budget.
• Familiarity with standard engineering documentation such as PFDs, P&IDs, equipment datasheets, layout plans, and mass and energy balances.
• Experience in techno-economic modelling and linking technical outcomes to economic performance.
• Fluent English (required); German (at least B1/B2) is an advantage.

Nice to Have

• Experience with pre-FEED or FEED and exposure to EPC execution.
• Knowledge of EU RFNBO and renewable fuel regulations.
• Strong presentation and communication skills for diverse stakeholder groups.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to realize pioneering renewable fuel projects with tangible climate and development impact.
• A meaningful role within a non-profit organization.
• A diverse position at the interface of engineering, business, and strategy.
• Participation in first-of-a-kind demonstration projects that de-risk new technologies and validate complete value chains.
• Flat hierarchies and a self-driven working environment.
• 30 days of vacation, flexible working hours, and a bright office in Berlin-Neukölln.
• Fair and transparent compensation aligned with public sector benchmarks.
• Subsidized canteen and regular team events.