Director of Technical Services and Engineering

Leidos is seeking a Director of Technical Services & Engineering to lead Hawaii Energys engineering technical services data analytics and technical program strategy functions. Reporting to the Executive Director this position provides leadership and strategic direction for all technical activities that support the achievement of Hawaii Energys energy savings performance targets.

The Director will oversee a multidisciplinary team of engineers technical specialists and data analysts responsible for developing and implementing energy savings methodologies measurement and verification protocols program data analytics data portals and reporting dashboards. This role is closely integrated with IT initiatives in coordination with the Deputy Director. This leader will contribute to the long-term technical vision for the organization ensure programmatic compliance and drive continuous improvement across Hawaii Energys portfolio.

The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in energy efficiency and demand-side management demonstrated success leading large technical organizations and the ability to translate complex engineering concepts into business strategies that advance Hawaiis clean energy objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Establish and execute the technical support strategy required to achieve Hawaii Energys long-term energy savings demand reduction and total resource benefit performance goals.
• Oversee all engineering technical services measurement and verification and data analytics functions.
• Partner with executive leadership to align technical priorities with organizational strategy regulatory requirements and customer needs.
• Identify emerging technologies market opportunities and program innovations to strengthen portfolio performance.
• Serve as the organizations senior technical advisor and subject matter expert on energy efficiency demand-side management and related initiatives.
• Influence strategic decisions that impact business performance customer outcomes and portfolio cost effectiveness.

Engineering & Technical Services Management

• Lead and mentor multiple direct reports including engineers and technical specialists.
• Oversee development and maintenance of energy savings methodologies technical assumptions and the program Technical Resource Manual.
• Direct engineering review processes for custom projects energy models and measurement and verification activities.
• Ensure technical rigor and consistency in savings calculations cost-effectiveness analyses and program evaluation activities.
• Oversee technical support for prescriptive and custom program offerings across commercial and residential sectors.
• Drive operational excellence by improving processes reducing turnaround times and enhancing technical service delivery.

Portfolio Performance & Regulatory Support

• Own the technical strategy supporting achievement of annual and long-term portfolio energy savings targets.
• Lead technical contributions to annual plans annual reports regulatory filings and Public Utilities Commission submissions.
• Ensure compliance with all contractual requirements technical standards and program policies.
• Provide technical leadership in discussions with utilities regulators consultants trade allies and other external stakeholders.
• Translate technical analyses into actionable recommendations for executive leadership.

Data Analytics & Innovation

• Oversee the organizations technical analytics modeling and data infrastructure.
• Guide development of advanced analytics capabilities forecasting tools and performance dashboards.
• Champion data-driven decision-making across programs and business functions.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives involving technology software platforms and business intelligence systems.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in engineering or a related technical discipline; masters degree preferred.
• 12 to 15 years of relevant experience or a masters degree with 10 to 13 years of experience.
• Ten or more years of progressive leadership experience managing engineering technical services or energy program teams.
• Demonstrated success leading managers and multidisciplinary technical organizations with multiple direct reports.
• Deep expertise in energy efficiency demand-side management demand response measurement and verification and utility program design.
• Experience developing technical strategies that drive organizational performance and achievement of energy savings goals.
• Strong understanding of utility regulation cost effectiveness and Public Utilities Commission processes.
• Exceptional communication skills including experience presenting to executive leadership regulators and external stakeholders.
• Proven ability to lead organizational change and implement innovative technical solutions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) Certified Energy Manager (CEM) Certified Energy Auditor (CEA) LEED or PMP certification.
• Experience leading technical organizations within utility consulting or energy efficiency portfolios.
• Expertise in building systems HVAC controls data analytics demand response and emerging energy technologies.
• Experience overseeing technical teams responsible for software systems data visualization and advanced analytics.

About Hawaii Energy:

For over 16 years Hawaii Energy has empowered island families and businesses to make smart energy choices by educating them about the many lasting benefits of clean energy. We encourage and reward practical everyday energy-saving decisions that save money grow our economy and reduce the demand for electricity. Our team members are committed to our mission and supporting Hawaiis goal to achieve 100% clean energy by 2045. Named by Hawaii Business Magazine as one of the Best Places to Work2024 and 2025. The Hawaii Energy program is administered by Leidos Inc. under a contract with the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission. For more information visit

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