Director of Technical Services and Engineering

Description

Leidos is seeking a Director of Technical Services & Engineering to lead Hawai‘i Energy’s engineering, technical services, data analytics, and technical program strategy functions. Reporting to the Executive Director, this position provides leadership and strategic direction for all technical activities that support the achievement of Hawai‘i Energy’s energy savings performance targets.

The Director will oversee a multidisciplinary team of engineers, technical specialists, and data analysts responsible for developing and implementing energy savings methodologies, measurement and verification protocols, program data analytics, data portals and reporting dashboards. This role is closely integrated with IT initiatives in coordination with the Deputy Director. This leader will contribute to the long-term technical vision for the organization, ensure programmatic compliance, and drive continuous improvement across Hawai‘i Energy’s portfolio.

The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in energy efficiency and demand-side management, demonstrated success leading large technical organizations, and the ability to translate complex engineering concepts into business strategies that advance Hawai‘i’s clean energy objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Establish and execute the technical support strategy required to achieve Hawai‘i Energy’s long-term energy savings, demand reduction, and total resource benefit performance goals.
• Oversee all engineering, technical services, measurement and verification, and data analytics functions.
• Partner with executive leadership to align technical priorities with organizational strategy, regulatory requirements, and customer needs.
• Identify emerging technologies, market opportunities, and program innovations to strengthen portfolio performance.
• Serve as the organization’s senior technical advisor and subject matter expert on energy efficiency, demand-side management, and related initiatives.
• Influence strategic decisions that impact business performance, customer outcomes, and portfolio cost effectiveness.

Engineering & Technical Services Management

• Lead and mentor multiple direct reports, including engineers and technical specialists.
• Oversee development and maintenance of energy savings methodologies, technical assumptions, and the program Technical Resource Manual.
• Direct engineering review processes for custom projects, energy models, and measurement and verification activities.
• Ensure technical rigor and consistency in savings calculations, cost-effectiveness analyses, and program evaluation activities.
• Oversee technical support for prescriptive and custom program offerings across commercial and residential sectors.
• Drive operational excellence by improving processes, reducing turnaround times, and enhancing technical service delivery.

Portfolio Performance & Regulatory Support

• Own the technical strategy supporting achievement of annual and long-term portfolio energy savings targets.
• Lead technical contributions to annual plans, annual reports, regulatory filings, and Public Utilities Commission submissions.
• Ensure compliance with all contractual requirements, technical standards, and program policies.
• Provide technical leadership in discussions with utilities, regulators, consultants, trade allies, and other external stakeholders.
• Translate technical analyses into actionable recommendations for executive leadership.

Data, Analytics & Innovation

• Oversee the organization’s technical analytics, modeling, and data infrastructure.
• Guide development of advanced analytics capabilities, forecasting tools, and performance dashboards.
• Champion data-driven decision-making across programs and business functions.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives involving technology, software platforms, and business intelligence systems.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical discipline; master’s degree preferred.
• 12 to 15 years of relevant experience or a master’s degree with 10 to 13 years of experience.
• Ten or more years of progressive leadership experience managing engineering, technical services, or energy program teams.
• Demonstrated success…