At Bloom Energy our vision for a world powered by clean reliable and affordable energy is more than just a dreamweremaking it reality.

For over two decadeswevebeen at the forefront of the global energy transition pioneering solutions that empower critical industries to thrive in a rapidly digitizing energy-intensive world. From revolutionizing power for AI-driven data centers to ensuring resilience for hospitals electric grids manufacturing facilities and utilities our solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) and solid oxideelectrolyzer(SOEC) technologies are redefiningwhatspossible by delivering energy abundance for all. With more than 30000 fuel cell modules deployed worldwide we are the trusted partner for Fortune 100 companies and innovators alike. Ourcutting-edgesolutions enable unparalleled time-to-power capabilities reliability and sustainability ensuring our customersremainahead in a world where soaring energy demand and intensifying energy scarcity are rapidly becoming the new norm.

At Bloom we thrive on collaboration bold thinking and relentless innovation. We believe that together we can create a brighter more sustainable future while tackling the most pressing challenges of the 21st century.

We are looking for a Sr. Director Data Center Microgrid Commissioning to join our team in one of todays most exciting technologies.

This role will be based in San Jose CA. This is a fully on-site in office role 5 days a week when not traveling.

Travel: Ability to travel roughly 75% to locations in the USA or International as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

Commissioning & Site Management

• Act as the executive escalation point for critical commissioning issues and customer concerns.
• Manage commissioning and field checks of new multi-megawatt installations including for data centers microgrids and other critical customers
• Review on-site work and documentation to meet Quality guidelines
• Ensure exemplary safety and performance during site construction and commissioning
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics to be able to verify site layout matches designs and meets serviceability requirements

Process Improvement & Standardization

• Champion continuous improvement initiatives to reduce commissioning timelines and cost
• Define and drive global standards for commissioning and site upgrades across all BE platforms (fuel cell electrolyzer marine etc.)
• Influence technology and process roadmaps by collaborating with Engineering & Manufacturing leadership
• Implement effective training resources and training programs to raise the field technician benchmark of troubleshooting incident reporting and rounded level of technical experience.

Cross Functional Collaboration

• Shape cross-functional strategies with Engineering Operations and Quality to ensure Service safety Quality Delivery & Cost.
• Coordinate with Operations to verify shipments match site BOM and meet critical delivery dates
• Build executive relationships with key customers and stakeholders to ensure alignment and trust
• Interface with Legal and Finance team during contract negotiations to provide timelines guidance documentation and feedback

Project & Budget Management

• Provide executive reporting on commissioning performance metrics to senior leadership
• Create and execute project operations budgets and schedules
• Track manage and execute assigned aspects of Field Services Site System Upgrade program
• Travel to customer sites to provide planning oversight and coordination as needed

Experience:

• Proven track record of leading large-scale commissioning or construction programs for multi-megawatt installations (data centers microgrids or similar critical infrastructure).
• Experience building and managing high-performing teams including contractors superintendents and internal staff.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement global standards and processes for commissioning and site upgrades
• Awareness of safety protocols on job sites OSHA certified a plus
• Field experience with an emphasis on electrical up to 480VAC preferred
• Familiarity with electrical plumbing and building codes
• Experience leading a construction team a plus
• Experience managing many stacked parallel short-duration projects

Qualification

• Minimum 10 years of progressive leadership experience in construction commissioning or large-scale infrastructure projects; experience with data center microgrid commissioning strongly preferred.
• Bachelors degree required (Engineering Construction Management Electrical or related field); advanced degree a plus.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence at executive levels.
• Strong strategic thinking and decision-making skills with ability to anticipate challenges and pivot quickly.
• Demonstrated success in process improvement and operational excellence initiatives.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills including executive-level customer engagement.
• PMP Certification or equivalent program management experience preferred.

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