Director of Engineering
Director of Engineering
Location: Denver, CO (In-office)
Company: Leading U.S. Renewable Energy Owner/Operator
About the Company
Our client is a market-leading renewable energy owner and operator with a large and rapidly expanding portfolio of utility-scale solar, wind, and battery energy storage (BESS) projects across the United States. Known for disciplined development, long-term asset ownership, and a strong track record of technical excellence, the company is scaling its engineering leadership function and has engaged our firm exclusively to assist with this key hire.
About the Role
The company is seeking an experienced Director of Engineering to lead its engineering function across the full project lifecycle-from early concept through operations. This senior technical leader will oversee engineering due diligence, design reviews, interconnection, performance modeling, and system optimization across a growing national renewable energy portfolio.
This is a Denver-based, in-office role, working cross-functionally with development, construction, asset management, and finance teams. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise in utility-scale renewable energy systems with strong leadership, communication, and process-building skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the engineering function covering utility-scale solar, wind, and storage projects from early development through operations.
- Oversee all engineering due diligence, technical analysis, and design validation.
- Serve as the internal subject matter expert on system design, performance modeling, interconnection, and emerging technologies.
- Collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders-including development teams, EPC providers, OEMs, consultants, and construction teams-to ensure technical alignment.
- Establish and maintain engineering standards, design guidelines, QA/QC protocols, and technical specifications.
- Conduct performance evaluations, analyze operational data, and recommend performance improvements across the portfolio.
- Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and career development for engineers and analysts.
- Represent the company in industry forums, technical working groups, vendor negotiations, and regulatory discussions.
- Drive continuous improvement and support scalable growth through better processes, tools, and systems.
Qualifications
- 10+ years of engineering experience within renewable energy or power generation, with increasing leadership responsibility.
- Deep technical expertise in utility-scale solar, wind, and/or battery storage system design and operations.
- Strong understanding of interconnection studies, electrical design, civil engineering, and performance modeling tools (e.g., PVSyst, Helioscope, WindPRO).
- Familiarity with relevant codes and standards (NERC, FERC, IEEE, NEC, etc.).
- Proven experience leading engineering teams and supporting large-scale infrastructure projects.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to convey complex technical concepts to varied audiences.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field required; advanced degree or PE license preferred.
- Passion for renewable energy and a collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset.
Compensation
- Base salary: $200,000 - $250,000
- Annual year-end bonus (guaranteed in year one)
- Comprehensive benefits including medical and prescription coverage, 401(k) match, paid time off, wellness reimbursement, family-building benefits, and charitable giving programs.
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