Senior Director of Engineering
Job title: Senior Director, Engineering
Location: Houston, TX
Job Type: Full time / direct hire
About the company
Our client is a leading U.S. energy solutions provider, backed by the strength and global resources of a FORTUNE Global 300 enterprise, bringing more than a decade of experience developing and delivering high-quality, utility-scale energy projects across North America. With capabilities spanning renewable energy, battery storage, natural gas generation, retail electricity, and strategic data center partnerships, they provide integrated solutions across the full energy value chain – from development and engineering through construction, operations, and maintenance. By combining proven execution, advanced technologies, and strong industry partnerships, our client delivers reliable, customized energy solutions tailored to evolving market demands, while actively advancing next-generation natural gas generation and hyperscale data center opportunities on both sides of the meter.
About the role
We are seeking a Senior Director of Engineering to play a pivotal role in shaping and advancing the next generation of power and distributed energy solutions. In this highly visible leadership position, you will lead the technical evaluation, design, and optimization of innovative energy projects serving Data Centres. You will guide the integration of solar PV, battery energy storage, and gas-fired generation into reliable, cost-effective systems tailored to complex customer load requirements, while influencing decisions across power plant development, microgrid controls, grid interconnection, fuel supply, permitting, and technology selection. Partnering closely with engineering, development, procurement, construction, operations, trading, and fuel sourcing teams, you will help turn new opportunities into executable projects and scalable energy solutions. This is an opportunity for an accomplished engineering leader to combine deep technical expertise with strategic influence, build and lead high-performing teams, and directly shape the growth and evolution of a dynamic energy portfolio.
About you
– Proven experience in Senior Leadership spanning microgrid power engineering and gas-fired power plant technical assessment.
– Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, energy, business, economics, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).
– Expertise in system sizing, load modelling, PMS/EMS operations, and technology optimization for distributed and hybrid energy systems.
– Specialized knowledge of gas turbine power generation, including environmental, safety, and electrical systems.
– Familiarity with components and vendors of BESS, PV, gas engines/turbines, and associated control systems.
– Strong technical background in Electrical, Mechanical, or Power Systems Engineering; Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or advanced engineering degree preferred.
– Experience working with Tier-1 firms such as GHD, GE, Baker Hughes, AlphaStruxure, Eaton, or similar.
– Proven ability to negotiate PPAs, vendor contracts, and supplier agreements, alongside project financing and cost analysis expertise.
– Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with experience preparing technical reports, investment cases, and regulatory submissions.
What’s on offer
This is a full-time direct hire position based on site in Houston five days per week, offering a competitive compensation package.