DCE Director of Engineering

Overview

RWE Americas, LLC to start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

Functional area: Administration;
Engineering;
Geotechnics;
Operations & Maintenance;
Power Plants;
Process Management

Remuneration: Exempt

The Director of Engineering will be responsible for overseeing the PV and Battery Storage Engineering activities including completing engineering initiatives, project development engineering, energy modeling, project detailed design, and commissioning support/performance testing of projects. This position plays a key role in the department through managing both the PV and Energy storage Engineering resources in the Distributed Energy space across a number of projects.

The candidate will be responsible for completing the work primarily through either internal or external resources but may be required to complete work directly as needs arise.

• Plan, supervise, manage, and coordinate the PV and BES Engineering Design efforts, through both in-house and internal or external resources
• Resolve issues as they arise through the development and construction process
• Keep abreast of tariffs, local utility design standards and development requirements
• Ensure all design deliverables meet the internal engineering standards
• Manage both internal and external resources to complete all technical support for both development and Construction of PV and BES projects
• Prepare and maintain external engineering specifications and scopes of work
• Review and confirm the accuracy of the work performed and methods used by the engineering staff or external resources
• Continually review and evaluate new and existing approved equipment and technologies. Where appropriate update system design standards or approaches
• Mentor engineering staff members and enable their growth
• Participate in industry trade groups and policy working groups addressing the modernization of the distribution system policies and tariffs
• Review/Approve detailed engineering design work. Follow and provide feedback to refine engineering processes and procedures with other engineering staff
• Answer questions and resolve issues brought forth by the sales, engineering, and project management team members
• Spearhead various new product development initiatives and identify areas of value engineering
• Review the design approach methods and equipment selection to ensure the best overall project design and customer goals are achieved
• Establish and maintain budgets for 3rd party Engineering firms
• Communicate and collaborate with other departments, suppliers, and contractors
• Maintain technical contract exhibits for construction of projects through EPC’s or subcontractors
• Support Development, including project cost estimating, and Construction of projects and perform on site visits
• Establish and uphold standard process and procedures by Engineering team
• Review Power Purchase Agreements and EPC agreements to ensure design compliance
• Oversee various testing and quality assurance checks by Engineering staff to verify the quality of completed projects

• Undergraduate (BS) Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• PE Registration as a Professional Engineer required
• Driver's license
• Minimum 10 years of experience in Renewable energy projects in both PV and Energy Storage
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience working in the Renewable Engineering space and leading teams of multi discipline Engineers
• Organizational competencies and project management skills to keep projects, processes, and the entire engineering team on track
• Ability to work individually or as part of a team
• Self-motivated attitude with the ability to multitask and thrive in a timeline-driven environment
• Competent with computer software including Microsoft office suite, AutoCAD, and SKM/ETap
• Analytical and mathematical mind, capable of evaluating and solving various problems
• Capable to interact effectively across organizational boundaries to achieve goals and meet deadlines
• Ability to integrate both verbal and written communications with interpersonal skills
• Leadership skills necessary to manage and work within a cross functional team
• Specifications and SOW and contract writing
• Abilit…