Director of Engineering (PV & Energy Storage)

Director of Engineering (PV + Energy Storage)

As the Director of Engineering, you'll be instrumental in steering our client's engineering team toward success. Your role involves supervising the technical facets of projects to ensure they meet organizational objectives and industry benchmarks. You'll lead project teams, tackle intricate challenges, cultivate an environment of creativity, and enhance efficiency.

If you're an experienced engineering professional with a drive for delivering outcomes and guiding top-tier teams, join our client in helping shape the future of solar + energy storage

Key responsibilities for this role will include (but not limited to):

• Lead and facilitate a team of engineers in offering technical support for projects, encompassing conducting studies and addressing engineering design considerations.
• Establish project scope, objectives, and deliverables in line with organizational goals.
• Offer technical guidance and support to project teams, resolving complex engineering challenges.
• Track project progress, identify potential risks, and proactively overcome obstacles.
• Cultivate a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the engineering team.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project execution.
• Regularly communicate project status, milestones, and performance metrics to senior management and stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to relevant regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Spearhead initiatives for cost reduction, process optimization, and enhancing efficiency in engineering operations.

Desired skillsets, experience, and qualifications for this role:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in engineering or related roles, with at least 1 year specifically in the renewables field.
• Demonstrate a track record of successfully managing complex engineering projects from inception to completion.
• Exhibit robust leadership and team management abilities.
• Possess a comprehensive understanding of engineering principles, practices, and methodologies.
• Proficient in utilizing project management tools and software.
• Possess PMP certification or equivalent (preferred).
• Advanced degree is preferred.
• Ability to utilize Excel spreadsheets, create excel trackers, and be able to use Word and Powerpoint for reporting/presentations via teams or in person.

Let’s connect and discuss this opportunity in more detail – david.reichbaum@talismanap.com