Director of Engineering, Energy Storage

SOLV Energy Overview

SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing, building and maintaining utility-scale solar, battery storage and high-voltage substation projects nationwide.

The Director of Engineering, Energy Storage leads, mentors, and develops SOLV Energy’s Energy Storage Engineering team.

Oversees the design of energy storage systems for utility‑scale renewable energy projects, ensuring compliance with technical standards, safety regulations, and project requirements.

Drives innovation, implements value engineering strategies, and maintains quality and reliability across all energy storage deliverables.

This role can be fully remote or hybrid, with regular in‑office presence in San Diego, CA. Up to 50% travel is required. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

• Hire, manage, and mentor a diverse team of engineers focused on energy storage systems and design.
• Foster effective communication and collaboration between the Energy Storage Engineering group and cross-functional teams, including internal and external engineers, business development managers, project managers, pre‑construction managers, procurement specialists, schedulers, estimators, and construction teams.
• Allocate resources effectively to meet project deadlines and ensure optimal team utilization.
• Overall management and responsibility of SOLV Energy Storage Engineering team, including establishing and maintaining department goals, budgets, and performance metrics.
• Establish and maintain partnerships with a diverse group of third-party Engineers‑of‑Record (EORs).
• Represent SOLV Engineering and management in customer and client meetings.

• Oversee development of Energy Storage engineering standards and procurement specifications.
• Implement and maintain quality control processes to ensure designs comply with all owner, SOLV, AHJ, and vendor requirements.
• Proactively identify and resolve potential design and construction challenges and coordinate with various stakeholders to develop cost‑effective solutions.
• Lead design efforts for interconnection systems, including coordinating utility approvals, ISO and NERC compliance, and energization plans.

• Drive adoption of new technologies and best practices to optimize system performance, reliability, and cost.
• Develop innovative, customer‑centric engineering solutions that address client needs, reduce cost, and enhance project value.
• Represent SOLV Energy team as a technical subject matter expert (SME) during client interviews/meetings as required.
• Stay informed on industry best practices and technological advancements in utility‑scale energy storage design.
• Stay informed on relevant regulations, codes, and guidelines that may impact future SOLV project designs.
• Provide SME guidance/consultation to other departments within SOLV, as needed.
• Training and Development:
  • Identify training and development needs and provide opportunities for skills enhancement and professional growth.
  • Develop and mentor staff for career advancement.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in engineering with a focus on Energy Storage, renewables, or power systems in an EPC or Owner/Engineer environment.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in management.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time will be needed.
• Proven track record of successfully designing and delivering utility‑scale Energy Storage projects.
• Strong technical background in protection and control systems, relay settings, and NERC compliance.
• Demonstrated experience managing multidisciplinary teams and working in a fast‑paced environment.
• Technical subject matter expert of applicable codes and standards (NEC, IEEE, IBC, ASCE, NESC, NFPA, utility standards) is preferred.
• Extensive experience with grid operations and regulatory requirements (FERC Order 841, IEEE 1547) is preferred.
• Strong understanding of fire protection…