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ENGIE North America Inc. · 2 days ago

Software Engineering Director

Colorado, United States

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$172K/yr - $263K/yr

10+ years exp

ENGIE North America Inc. is leading the Zero-Carbon Transition, and they are seeking a Software Engineering Director to lead a team of Software and SCADA Engineers. The role involves overseeing technical aspects of renewable energy projects, ensuring alignment with company standards, and collaborating with various departments to optimize project execution.

Clean EnergyEnergyEnergy StorageGreen BuildingOil and GasPower GridRenewable Energy

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead and develop part of BroadView Software Engineering department

Direct, oversee, and manage Software engineering activities in support of new and existing projects

Develop and maintain relationships with engineering consultants and firms to deliver the engineering services required to support BroadView and Grid-Scale RFGBU business

Oversee the technical aspects of all Controls Engineering for Grid-Scale Renewable activities, including energy storage, solar, wind, and grid interconnections

Ensure all solution proposals incorporate high-quality engineering designs addressing asset life cycle, process safety, constructability, and maintainability

Maintain and implement engineering and utility-scale renewable energy project standards

Coordinate with other BroadView departments to ensure a smooth transition of utility-scale renewable projects through the design, development, implementation and operations phase

Coordinate with internal departments (project management, resource assessment, etc.) and external consultants to optimize projects

Establish and maintain feedback loops with Project Delivery, Project Management and Support

Support requirement gathering, design and development and contracting processes

Identify, recruit, and manage full-time Controls engineering staff in annual business plan and as unexpected needs arise

Ensure continuous improvement and learning within the team through relationships, market outreach, and consultant engagement

Stay up to date on new project requirements, industry developments, trends, and technologies

Lead internal engineering support throughout project delivery, including engaging third-party consultants

Support development activities from mid-stage development through the start of operation

Develop and maintain relationships with engineering consultants and firms to deliver required services

Ensure all BroadView Operations & Project Delivery project and life cycle maintenance plans include appropriate engineering tasks, schedules, and budgets

Utilize ENGIE engineering resources from other Business Units to meet needs for expertise and cost minimization

Participate in the BroadView and Grid-Scale RFGBU Business Continuity and Emergency Response programs and facilitate appropriate plans across Grid-Scale RFGBU operations, including the proper addition of new facilities and operations

Establish and maintain a process for transitioning projects from Design to Delivery to Operation phases while de-risking projects all from an engineering and technical point of view

Participate in the design of business processes that facilitate engineering design, commercial offers, project delivery, operational readiness, and ongoing O&M of Grid-Scale RFGBU facilities

Support and participate if necessary, in the development, review, and monitoring of operations, delivery projects, and development activities with the Senior Leadership of BroadView and Grid-Scale RFGBU Operations & Project Deliver

Qualification

Engineering ManagementEnergy-related EngineeringProfessional Engineer LicenseMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft WordCommunication SkillsProblem-solving SkillsInterpersonal SkillsAdaptabilityResults-driven

Required

You hold a Bachelor's degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering. In lieu of a degree, we will consider a combination of years of professional experience where you gained extensive, hands-on expertise in energy-related engineering activities

A minimum of ten (10) years of experience in energy-related engineering activities is required. A Professional Engineer (P.E.) license is highly valued, and we welcome candidates with equivalent experience or other relevant certifications

You have significant experience in engineering management within energy-related activities, with a proven track record of delivering successful outcomes

You are an excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills, a keen eye for detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving

You have advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, enabling you to manage and present complex information effectively

You are knowledgeable in analyzing and graphically displaying business, engineering, process, and operational data to support informed decision-making

You have superior problem-solving abilities, allowing you to identify issues, propose solutions, and drive continuous improvement across engineering and operational processes

You are results-driven, adaptable, and capable of thriving in fast-paced, collaborative environments

Must be available to travel domestically up to 25% of the time and with the need for some overnight trips

Must possess a valid U.S. driver's license/clean driving record, for the use of hire cars or personal cars when traveling, to drive to site locations and meetings

Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance

ESPP

Generous paid time off including wellness days

Holidays and leave programs

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match

Supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits