Greetings from
NES Fircroft!
We are currently seeking an experienced
Specialist Underground Coal Gasification – for a leading energy client in Mumbai, India. Overview The Technical Integration Lead will play a central role in the
end-to-end development of Underground Coal Gasification (UCG) assets, spanning
concept evaluation, pilot design and execution, and full-field development. The role is responsible for integrating multi-disciplinary technical inputs into a cohesive development strategy across the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities- Lead integration of subsurface, thermal, geomechanics, gasification, and well engineering disciplines across all project phases
- Support concept screening and feasibility assessments, including resource characterization and technology selection
- Drive alignment between modeling, process design, and field development planning
- Translate technical studies into development strategies for pilot and full-field deployment
- Define and maintain integrated models and workflows for cavity growth, syngas production, and system performance
- Support scale-up from pilot operations to multi-well, multi-pad field development
- Identify and manage cross-disciplinary risks, uncertainties, and dependencies
- Interface with project management and stakeholders to ensure technical consistency and decision support
Qualifications & Experience- Degree in Petroleum, Chemical, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline
- 15+ years of experience in subsurface, thermal, gasification, or integrated energy developments
- Proven track record in multi-disciplinary integration across project lifecycle stages
- Experience in unconventional, thermal, or gasification-based projects preferred
- Exposure to field development planning and scale-up from pilot to commercial operations is desirable
Qualifications- Master’s or bachelor’s Degree in Geoscience or Petroleum
Work Location- Hybrid (Remote + in person trips to Mumbai) or Remote
Contract Type / Duration:- Day rate contract
- Commencement date is approx. 25th Aug 2026 for a tentative duration of 4-5 months
Interested candidates are requested to share their updated CV along with: • Date of Birth
• Nationality
• Current Location
• Driving License Details
• Notice Period / Availability
• Current/Latest Monthly Salary
• Expected Day Rate (USD)
• UCG Experience Details
• Updated CV
To Apply If you meet the above requirements and are interested in this opportunity, please send your updated CV to
akshaya.khot@nesfircroft.com Only candidates with relevant
Underground Coal Gasification (UCG) experience will be considered.
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
