Director of Engineering

About FlexGen

Based in Durham, N.C., FlexGen is a leading integration services and software technology provider for utility-scale energy storage solutions in the United States and globally. FlexGen designs and integrates storage solutions and the software platform that is enabling today’s energy transition. Leveraging its best-in-class energy management software, digital controls, and advanced analytics, FlexGen delivers energy storage projects integrated with traditional and renewable power generation globally. FlexGen’s products and services help improve the reliability and sustainability of the power grid. The company’s clients and partners include the most technically and commercially demanding developers, utilities, renewable energy, electric cooperatives, and industrial companies in the world.

Position Description

The Director of Engineering will lead our engineering team in the development of industry-leading energy storage and power conversion solutions. The Director of Engineering will play a critical role in ensuring the successful execution of engineering projects while managing and mentoring a team of engineers. They will work with other teams across operations and technology to contribute to product innovation and process improvement.

Major Job Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership: Provide visionary leadership to the engineering team, setting clear technical direction and fostering a culture of innovation and excellence
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with other departments including product management, operations, and sales to drive successful product launches and meet customer requirements
• Team Management: Recruit, mentor, and manage a high-performing engineering team, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Project Management: Oversee project planning, resource allocation, and execution to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget
• Quality Assurance: Establish and maintain rigorous quality assurance processes to ensure the reliability and performance of our technical deliverables
• Technology Evaluation: Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, and evaluate their potential impact, with engineering team technical leads, on FlexGen's product roadmap
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, regulations, and certifications
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate technical risks associated with product development and deployment
• Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance engineering processes, efficiency, and productivity
  
  

Position Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field; advanced degree preferred
• 10+ years of experience in engineering leadership roles, preferably in the energy storage, power systems, or renewable energy industries
• Proven track record of successfully leading cross-functional engineering teams and delivering complex technical projects on schedule and within budget
• Strong leadership and talent motivation skill set. Drive to develop and mentor professionals of all experience levels
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Strong technical expertise in energy storage systems, power systems, and control systems.
• Demonstrated ability to translate customer requirements and market trends into innovative product solutions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization
• Experience with regulatory compliance and quality management systems
• Strategic thinker with the ability to anticipate and address technical challenges and opportunities
  
  

FlexGen provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, FlexGen complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

FlexGen expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

To the extent permitted by law, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing.