Sr. Director, Engineering

We are seeking a Sr. Director, Engineering to lead technical evaluations of new power plants—including conceptual design, equipment assessment, and asset acquisition—while driving the design and optimization of distributed energy systems for data centers, hydrogen facilities, and commercial/industrial (C&I) customers. This role will oversee the integration of solar PV, BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems), and gas generation to deliver cost-effective, load-matching solutions. The Senior Director will manage engineering teams, guide technical assessments, and collaborate with business development and fuel sourcing organizations to advance new initiatives. The ideal candidate combines deep expertise in engineering design, system optimization, and microgrid controls with strategic leadership to strengthen our energy portfolio. The employee may be required to perform other job-related duties as requested by management. All duties will be assigned in accordance with applicable laws and company policies.

Lead conceptual and preliminary design of microgrid projects tailored to diverse customer load profiles, including datacenters.

Optimize the mix and sizing of energy assets (PV, BESS, gas, etc.) with or without grid interconnection to achieve reliable and cost-effective performance.

Manage feasibility studies and technical due diligence for gas-fired power plant development, including system design and environmental evaluations.

Oversee site identification, grid interconnection assessment, and land acquisition for new project locations.

Coordinate fuel supply plans and pipeline arrangements with the fuel sourcing team and integrate these into technical assessments.

Oversee integration and functionality of Power Management Systems (PMS) and Energy Management Systems (EMS).

Ensure seamless coordination of dispatch, system response, and islanding capabilities in live operational environments.

Evaluate islanded and grid-connected operating scenarios, including N-1 contingencies, black start capabilities, and demand response potential.

Develop engineering guidelines and design standards for microgrid and gas-fired power plant deployment.

Provide engineering review of vendor proposals, technology selection, and component sourcing (including Balance of Plant equipment).

Ensure project plans meet required codes, standards, and industry best practices.

Assess technical risks of projects and develop mitigation strategies for safety, reliability, and environmental impact.

Prepare and present technical reports for investment cases and project updates to senior management.

Work closely with project development, procurement, construction, operations, trading, and fuel sourcing teams to ensure system viability and performance.

Support project teams in addressing technical risks, permitting, and stakeholder communication.

Oversee regulatory and permitting processes to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Stay informed on emerging technologies in distributed generation, hybrid systems, and conventional power generation.

Bring insights from Tier-1 engineering firms or OEMs to enhance system designs and reduce project costs.

Perform techno-economic modeling and tradeoff analysis using tools such as HOMER Pro, DER-CAM, or PLEXOS.

Monitor industry best practices and innovations in both microgrid and gas-fired power plant development.

Experience working with Tier-1 or microgrid firms such as GHD, GE, Baker Hughes, AlphaStruxure, Eaton, or similar is preferred.