DESRI · 17 hours ago
Director of Engineering
Greenwood Village, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$200K/yr - $250K/yr
10+ years expDESRI is a market-leading owner and operator of renewable energy projects throughout the United States. The Director of Engineering will lead the engineering function across a growing portfolio of renewable energy projects, overseeing the design, development, and performance of utility-scale solar, wind, and storage systems.
Renewables & Environment
Responsibilities
Lead DESRI’s engineering function across the full project lifecycle, from early-stage development through commercial operations
Oversee all engineering due diligence, technical reviews, and design validation for utility-scale solar, wind, and battery storage projects
Serve as a subject matter expert in engineering design, interconnection, performance modeling, and emerging technologies
Collaborate closely with internal teams (development, construction, operations, and finance) and external stakeholders (consultants, EPCs, OEMs) to drive technical alignment and delivery
Establish and maintain design standards, technical specifications, and QA/QC protocols to ensure quality and consistency across projects
Monitor project performance, analyze engineering data, and recommend optimizations to enhance efficiency, reliability, and value
Provide mentorship, guidance, and professional development for a growing team of engineers and technical analysts
Represent DESRI in industry forums, regulatory settings, and key vendor relationships to advance technical excellence and innovation
Drive continuous improvement in processes, tools, and systems to support scalable project execution and portfolio growth
Qualification
Required
10+ years of relevant engineering experience in the renewable energy or power generation sector, with increasing leadership responsibility
Deep expertise in utility-scale solar, wind, and/or battery energy storage system (BESS) design and operations
Demonstrated experience managing engineering teams and cross-functional coordination on large infrastructure projects
Strong working knowledge of interconnection studies, electrical design, civil engineering, and system modeling (e.g., PVSyst, Helioscope, WindPRO)
Familiarity with NERC, FERC, IEEE, NEC, and other applicable codes and standards
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex technical topics for a variety of audiences
Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field required
Passion for clean energy and alignment with DESRI's mission and values
Preferred
advanced degree or PE license
Benefits
Variable compensation in the form of a year-end bonus
Medical and prescription drug coverage
401(k) contribution matching
Paid time off
Wellness reimbursement
Family building benefits
Charitable gift match program
Company
DESRI
DESRI is a leading renewable energy company that develops, owns, and operates utility-scale solar, wind, and battery storage projects throughout the United States.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Robert Schoenherr
Chief Strategy Officer (CSO)
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