Director, Thermal Engineering Development

POSITION DESCRIPTION

THE COMPANY

Onward Energy is an independent power platform that owns and operates over 7 GW of utility-scale wind solar and natural gas generation projects across the U.S. Our Vision is to reliably power a sustainable future. Our Mission is that as North Americas premier independent power generator we will deliver renewable and reliable power to our customers opportunities to our associates sustainable returns to the families who invest in us and a better world to the next generation. Based in Denver New York and Charlotte Onward Energy is a company where people and power are always on. We are where renewable meets reliable. See for more information.

THE CHALLENGE

The Director Thermal Engineering Development is responsible for engineering design and procurement processes for Onward Energys development activities. This role is critical in ensuring that projects across multiple technologies with a primary focus on thermal are executed efficiently on time and within budget. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in technical design equipment procurement EPC negotiation project management and plant operations within the energy industry.

THE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Project Management: Oversee the planning design engineering and procurement phases of all projects ensuring they are completed on schedule within budget and to the specified quality standards
• Engineering: Lead plant engineering development activities including:
  • Technology review
  • Plant configuration design
  • Equipment evaluation selection and validation
  • Plant electrical structural mechanical and civil engineering design
  • Plant costing and scheduling for development and construction
  • Assisting with the development of permitting and siting criteria
  • Negotiating owners engineering service agreements equipment supply and maintenance agreements and EPC agreements
  • Negotiating and managing independent engineering agreements
  • Evaluation of commercial risks associated with engineering/technical-based contracts and
  • Development of technical engineering documents
• Key Industry Relationships and Contact Negotiation: Expand existing company relationships focused on major equipment suppliers EPC and engineering contractors. Negotiate contracts and ensure compliance with terms schedules and specifications
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with design engineering procurement and construction processes. Ensure that all projects comply with safety environmental and regulatory standards
• Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams and external partners to coordinate and ensure alignment across all departments including development environmental safety finance legal asset management and operations etc.
• Budget Oversight: Manage development and construction budgets. Ensure that projects are delivered within approved financial parameters
• Regulatory and Industry Awareness: Stay informed of industry trends key regulatory changes (tariffs permitting etc.) and technology advancements
• Corporate Culture: Embrace Onward Energys culture of excellence collaboration and continuous learning

THE PROFILE TO SUCCEED

• Strong leadership and team management skills. Excellent negotiation communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage complex projects efficiently and resolve issues effectively
• Proficiency in common engineering and project management software and tools
• A natural self-starter who is comfortable in a lean collaborative team
• Exceptional work ethic with team first mentality

THE PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to accomplish physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Ability to stand walk talk hear and close and distance vision capability.
• Ability to sit climb or balance stoop kneel and/or crouch.
• Ability to climb over through and move plant equipment as needed
• Ability to travel as needed to support the work approximately 10%

THE TEAM

The Onward Energy team is comprised of industry professionals who embrace the Companys values of accountability adaptability collaboration and excellence. At Onward Energy we seek to find solutions and proactively solve challenges

THE WORK ENVIRONMENT

The position functions in a smoke and vape-free professional office environment. The role routinely utilizes standard office equipment such as a laptop computer phone and scanner/photocopier.

The Company is a hybrid work environment and employees are expected to be in the office three days a week.

THE TOTAL REWARDS

Onward Energy total rewards philosophy is motivated by a key tenet of People First and offers associates a comprehensive total rewards package which includes market-competitive compensation health life insurance and retirement savings benefits.

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EEO STATEMENT:

Onward Energy is an Affirmative Action Employer Females/Minority/Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.