[Hiring] Director of Engineering – Microgrid Solutions @WattBridge

Role Description

WattBridge, the world’s preeminent LM6000 delivery platform, is seeking a Director of Engineering – Microgrid Solutions to lead all technical project planning and delivery for our platform focused on Data Center Campus style development. The role will be focused on planning and implementing BESS, recip engine, and control system solutions in collaboration with third party suppliers, complimenting a base power block of our own aeroderivative technology.

The primary focus of this role will be leading all microgrid and controls solutions efforts intended to complement the large-scale natural gas generation development co-located with a data center. This leadership role will drive the technical vision for microgrid projects while guiding engineering teams through all phases of development—from concept and design through commissioning and long-term operations.

The role will work with our aero-focused internal technical team and externally through third party suppliers to estimate, plan, scope, and install complete microgrid solutions.

Position Responsibilities

• Lead internal and external engineering teams to deliver microgrid projects that meet high standards for safety, reliability, and performance.
• Serve as the chief technical authority on microgrid and onsite energy systems, overseeing system design, integration, commissioning, and optimization.
• Direct and coordinate feasibility studies, site assessments, technical proposals, and project plans for microgrid development.
• Partner with clients to assess operational needs, develop customized microgrid solutions, and support implementation and ongoing system performance.
• Implement engineering best practices for microgrid controls, battery storage integration, distributed generation, and system reliability.
• Drive technical innovation to enhance scalability, interoperability, and resilience of microgrid systems across diverse environments.
• Ensure all projects meet industry standards, regulatory requirements, and permitting guidelines.
• Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, and resources to ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope.
• Mentor and develop engineering talent while fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and technical excellence.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, partners, and industry stakeholders to keep WattBridge at the forefront of microgrid technology.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Systems, or a related discipline.
• Extensive experience in microgrid design, construction, commissioning, and operation, including hands-on project delivery and operational support.
• Strong understanding of microgrid architecture, system controls, battery storage systems (BESS), distributed generation, and grid integration.
• Proven success leading complex distributed energy projects, particularly microgrid deployments across multiple sites.
• Expertise in regulatory compliance, permitting processes, and engineering standards related to microgrid and BESS projects.
• Demonstrated ability to manage technical teams, project budgets, and schedules for large-scale engineering initiatives.
• Exceptional communication and client engagement skills with the ability to translate technical concepts into practical, client-focused solutions.
• Experience with project management tools and field operations technology used to support microgrid deployment, monitoring, and performance optimization.
• Must be fluent in English, with strong speaking, reading, writing, and comprehension skills.
• Successful candidate will need to satisfactorily complete pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Excellent benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life/Disability Insurance at minimal cost to the employee.
• 10 paid holidays.
• Paid time off.
• 401K plan.