Director of Engineering - Solar Distributed Generation

EDP Renewables is a global leader in the renewable energy sector and currently operates in more than 25 markets. With eight offices and several sites, at EDP Renewables North America, we are experienced developers and operators of renewable energy. Our portfolio includes wind farms, solar parks, energy storage projects, and green hydrogen solutions throughout the continent. We are ranked among the top 5 in the U.S. in operational renewable energy capacity.

Our company is part of EDP, a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.

What you will do

The Director of Engineering leads and oversees all engineering activities for our Distributed Generations, Client Solutions platform within North America.

Role Overview:

The Director of Engineering leads and oversees all engineering activities, ensuring the successful design, development, and implementation of solar and storage distributed generation projects.

This role requires a problem-solving mentality with extensive experience in the solar industry, excellent coordination skills, and a deep understanding of engineering principles.

Main responsibilities:

Engineering Management:

- Oversee the design of solar distributed generation projects from concept to completion.

- Manage the accurate and timely execution of system designs, technical reviews and risk assessments.

- Effectively manage & coordinate multiple providers of Engineering Services.

- Ensure projects meet all the company’s quality and safety standards.

Technical Expertise:

- Provide technical guidance and support to the engineering team and other departments.

- Stay in tune with industry trends and regulatory changes to ensure the company remains at the forefront of innovation.

- Provide technical support during client meetings and presentations.

Process and Product Improvement:

- Identify opportunities to improve engineering processes, methodologies, and tools.

- Implement best practices to enhance efficiency, productivity, and quality in engineering operations.

- Develop and maintain engineering documentation, including design standards, specifications, and procedures.

Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement:

- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, suppliers, and regulatory authorities.

- Foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement with internal stakeholders (Origination, Development, Construction and Asset Management).

Employment type

Full time

This position will have 4-8 direct reports

Work site

Onsite at the New York Headquarters

Hybrid Model (3 days in the office)

What are we looking for

- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.

- Minimum of 7 years of experience in energy industry, with at least 5 years in the solar industry.

- Strong knowledge of solar PV system design, energy storage solutions, and grid integration.

- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

- Ability to think strategically and solve complex technical problems.

- Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.

Travel:

Travel may be 0%-10%

Behavioral Requirements:

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

- Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills

- Ability to be self-motivated

- Strong Interpersonal and teamwork skills

- Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize

Physical demands & working conditions:

- Sitting/Standing/Flexibility:

Ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environment

- Speech/Reading:

Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form

- Lifting:

Ability to lift items weighing up to 10 pounds

- Vision/Hearing:

Ability to understand a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form

- Safety:

Ability to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessary

Equal opportunities for all

Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. EDP makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For further information, please review this notice from the Department of Labor: EEO is the Law poster (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster). You may have additional rights pursuant to recent amendments to federal labor laws. Please review these protections from the EEO is the Law Supplement (https://www.eeoc.gov).

Salary hiring range: 148,160 - 185,200

Our salary ranges are based on paying competitively for our size and industry and are one part of many compensation, benefits, and other reward opportunities we provide. Individual pay rate decisions are based on several factors, including qualifications for the role, experience level, skillset, and balancing internal equity relative to peers at the company. We expect most of the candidates who are offered roles at our company to fall healthily throughout the range based on these factors.

The range above is for the expectations as laid out in the job description. However, we are often open to a wide variety of profiles and recognize that the person we hire may be less experienced (or more senior) than this job description as posted. If that ends up being the case, the updated salary range will be communicated to you as a candidate. The salary range above is for the posting location specified. As a company, we have a location-based strategy, which means the salary range could be lower or higher than this if the role is hired in another location.

Need more reasons to apply?

As a top employer we:

- Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making;

- Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;

- Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;

Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time, highlighting the EDP group's strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent:

- Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute

- Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index

- Global certification as a family-responsible company by Fundación Másfamília

- Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle

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