Vice President of Engineering

Vice President of Engineering

Reporting to the CEO, the Vice President of Engineering will be responsible to lead and manage the engineering team in the pursuit of integrating distributed energy solutions into our client’s operations. This includes the full range of activities including conceptual design, detailed design, equipment sizing and specifications, construction, QA/QC and commissioning support of various distributed energy resource (DER) technologies including combined heat & power (CHP), fuel cells, linear generators, battery energy storage, solar & geothermal systems.

The role is preferred to work in a hybrid basis near either our Chicago or New York office but may also be considered remote for the right candidate.

• Develop and lead the engineering processes supporting the design, specifications, construction and commissioning of DER systems
• Evaluate client situation and needs in order to lead the conceptual design of the appropriate DER systems
• Lead internal and external engineering to ensure work is performed accurately to design and specifications
• Oversee the development of work scopes, equipment specifications, QA/QC requirements, commissioning procedures in support of work
• Collaborate with procurement, engineering and construction partners to prepare project work plans and project schedules and develop solutions and resolve issues
• Support identification, evaluation and qualification of new engineering, supplier or construction partners
• Manage deliverable process to ensure client needs and expectations are exceeded
• Ensure all relevant standards and codes are adhered in design, manufacturing and construction of equipment and systems

• Min 10-15 years in relevant energy system design and construction; 5 years in a leadership role
• Bachelor’s Degree (minimum) in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering
• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical fundamentals of distributed energy systems
• Strong problem-solving and communications skills

• Proactive problem-solving approach
• Comfortable in client-facing situations
• Ability to work in small teams within a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite, MS Project and AutoCAD

Endurant Energy’s vision is to be the leading provider of microgrid and distributed energy resources in North America. Through initial feasibility to design, installation, financing, operations and long-term maintenance, we are unique in our range and depth of skills and have a demonstrated track record of success. We are poised to accelerate the growth of the company by delivering compelling and creative solutions to customers that demand energy resiliency, reliability, low carbon footprints and an economic value proposition.

Since 2006, Endurant Energy has been designing, building, and operating reliable, resilient, clean, and cost-effective on-site energy infrastructure solutions across North America. We have expertise in a wide range of technologies including CHP, geothermal, fuel cell, linear generator, solar, and battery energy storage.

Endurant develops solutions including renewable thermal systems at single building or district scale, fuel-based technologies for resiliency, or solar + storage solutions for cost optimization. Services include conceptual design, engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, asset management, operations, and maintenance. By integrating solutions into clients' operations, Endurant is building the future of sustainable distributed energy.