Nikolas Trofaier, MBA, MSc, PMP

Head of Power Plant Engineering @ INNIO Group - Energy solutions for the World

Austria

About

Senior Program Manager and Process Engineering Team Lead with over 18 years of experience designing, developing, and delivering sustainable engineering solutions at scale. Strategic Leader and Skilled Engineer focused on enabling diverse cross-functional teams to build and deploy innovative energy solutions for enterprise clients across the globe.

Experience

  • Head of Power Plant Engineering at INNIO Group
    Nov 2025 - Present · 8 mos

  • VTU Group (Full-time · 15 yrs 8 mos)
    • Team Lead, Engineering Manager, Business Developer
      Apr 2018 - Present · 8 yrs 3 mos

    • Software Development Project Manager
      Sep 2017 - Dec 2019 · 2 yrs 4 mos

    • Head of Oil & Gas Development Program (OGDP)
      Mar 2015 - Nov 2019 · 4 yrs 9 mos

  • Process Engineer at AE&E Group GmbH
    2009 - 2010 · 1 yr

    • Designed and developed a carbon capture pilot plant for a leading international energy generation supplier. • Managed stakeholder requirements and organized project procurement activities effectively. • Led mechanical installations of electrical equipment and field instruments for successful commissioning and startup.

  • Project Engineer at ams AG
    2008 - 2009 · 1 yr

    - Developed a reporting and mitigation program for global corporate direct and indirect greenhouse gas emissions and designed a reduction program to achieve carbon neutrality.

  • Process Engineer at Softech Biogas Engineering
    2006 - 2008 · 2 yrs

    - Engineered biogas plants, supported construction management and commissioning activities.