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Director of Engineering

Piper Maddox, Energy, United States

Piper Maddox, a renowned global engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) firm specializing in the Solar and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) sector, is currently seeking a Director of Engineering to join their team in Houston, TX. With over 15 years of expertise in the industry, our client is recognized as one of the top solar contractors in the USA and aims to achieve a $2 billion target in new projects by 2025. This presents an exceptional opportunity for individuals looking to advance their career and make a significant impact in one of the world's fastest-growing industries.

As the Director of Engineering, you will be responsible for leading and expanding the engineering department for large-scale solar and BESS projects. Managing a multidisciplinary team encompassing electrical, mechanical, structural, and civil engineering disciplines, you will play a crucial role in shaping the engineering vision, ensuring flawless project execution, and delivering world-class results. Your key responsibilities will include overseeing the full project lifecycle from design through commissioning, collaborating with cross-functional departments for seamless project execution, developing best practices to optimize efficiency and reduce costs, managing resource allocation and budgeting for engineering activities, scaling the engineering department to meet project demands, mentoring engineering teams to foster innovation and excellence.

The ideal candidate for this position will have at least 10 years of experience in engineering leadership roles with a proven track record of delivering large-scale solar and BESS projects. Strong expertise across all engineering disciplines - electrical, mechanical, structural, civil - is essential along with an in-depth understanding of technical aspects related to solar and energy storage projects. Additionally, candidates should possess exceptional communication skills to engage effectively with senior leadership and clients. If you meet these qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity to advance your career within a thriving organization at Piper Maddox's Houston office location then please apply with an updated copy of your resume today. This role is suitable for experienced professionals seeking senior leadership roles within the renewable energy sector.

Key Job Requirements:
  • 10+ years of experience in engineering leadership roles
  • Experience managing and scaling engineering teams
  • Proven track record of delivering large-scale solar and BESS projects
  • Strong expertise across all engineering disciplines
  • In-depth understanding of technical, financial, and operational aspects of solar and energy storage projects
  • Exceptional communication skills
Key Job Responsibilities:
  • Lead and manage multidisciplinary engineering teams across complex projects
  • Oversee full project lifecycle from design to commissioning
  • Collaborate with cross-functional departments for seamless project execution
  • Risk mitigation for engineering activities
Skills:
  • Engineering leadership
  • Solar and BESS projects delivery
  • Technical understanding
  • Communication skills
  • Project management

Seniority Level: Executive Level

  • Senior Leadership

Job Functions: Engineering

  • Operations
  • Management

Industries : Energy

  • Construction
  • Solar

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