Engineering Strategy & Operations Manager
Houston, TX - USA
Job Summary
is building the power infrastructure that makes the AI era possible. As AI demand surges past what the grid and traditional data centers can support provides a new class of power technology proven at gigawatt scale and trusted by the worlds leading cloud and AI companies. Our systems are already deployed across 2.5 GW of hyper-scale campuses validated by top U.S. national labs and certified for grid-safe operation by major utilities. With real products in the field were scaling faster than the grid can transforming power from a bottleneck into a competitive advantage for the companies building the future.
is seeking a Process & Strategy Engineer to serve as the operational backbone of the Engineering team within our rapidly scaling Data Center BESS division. This role sits at the intersection of engineering program management and business operations translating the teams technical work into measurable outcomes structured processes and compelling executive-level communications.
The ideal candidate brings an engineering foundation paired with demonstrated experience in process improvement strategy execution or technical program/project management. You thrive on creating order visibility and efficiency and can communicate complex engineering performance to senior leadership with clarity and precision.
Location: Tysons Virginia (Hybrid) Houston TX (Hybrid) United States (Remote)
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Engineering Metrics & Performance Tracking
- Define develop and maintain a comprehensive metrics framework for the Engineering team spanning project delivery resource utilization quality and throughput.
- Own the collection validation and analysis of engineering performance data on a recurring cadence.
- Design and manage dashboards and reporting tools that provide leadership with real-time visibility into team output and health.
- Identify trends gaps and improvement opportunities from metrics data and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
Executive Presentations & Management Reporting
- Build high-quality executive-ready presentations that communicate team performance project status strategic initiatives and key decisions to senior leadership and the C-suite.
- Partner with the VP of Engineering to structure quarterly business reviews project milestone reports and cross-functional briefings.
- Develop a consistent storytelling framework that connects engineering activity to business outcomes delivery timelines cost risk and client impact.
- Maintain a library of presentation templates and reporting formats for repeatable efficient communication.
Processes & Standard Operating Procedures
- Design document and implement engineering workflows and standard operating procedures (SOPs) that improve consistency quality and efficiency across the team.
- Lead process improvement initiatives by identifying friction points in current workflows and facilitating structured solutions.
- Establish change management practices to ensure new processes are effectively adopted across Engineering and Document Control functions.
- Maintain a living library of engineering process documentation ensuring version control and accessibility for the team.
Training Materials & Team Enablement
- Develop onboarding and role-specific training materials for engineering team members including guides reference documents visual aids and instructional content.
- Translate complex technical procedures and workflows into accessible training content appropriate for various levels of engineering experience.
- Coordinate with technical leads to ensure training materials accurately reflect current tools systems and standards in use.
- Support continuous learning initiatives aligned with the teams growth trajectory and evolving project demands.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
- Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Systems Engineering or a closely related technical discipline.
- 5 years of experience in an engineering environment with a meaningful transition into process engineering strategy technical program management or engineering operations.
- Exceptional PowerPoint skills demonstrated ability to create polished executive-ready presentations for technical and operational content.
- Strong analytical ability; comfortable working with metrics performance data and KPIs to drive insights and decisions.
- Experience developing and documenting engineering processes SOPs or operational frameworks.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical executive audiences.
- Highly organized detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced growth-stage environment.
Preferred
- Experience in energy storage power systems electrical infrastructure or data center environments.
- Familiarity with ESS technologies MV/LV power systems or UPS architecture is a strong advantage.
- Background in PMP Six Sigma Lean or other structured process/project management methodologies.
- Experience supporting or building engineering onboarding programs or technical training curricula.
- Proficiency with reporting or PM platforms (e.g. Smartsheet MS Project Power BI or equivalent).
- Prior experience in a high-growth technology-forward company or EPC/infrastructure environment
Core Competencies
COMPETENCY WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
Process Thinking Structures ambiguous problems into repeatable scalable solutions without over-engineering.
Executive Communication Distills complex data into clear concise narratives that land with senior leadership.
Data-Driven Mindset Uses metrics and performance data to surface insights and guide team decisions.
Cross-Functional Collaboration Partners effectively across Engineering Document Control and executive leadership.
Adaptability Thrives in a high-growth environment with evolving priorities and team needs.
Ownership & Accountability Takes initiative and drives deliverables to completion with minimal supervision.
For US-based roles - What youll get:
- Competitive salary annual performance-based bonus eligibility
- Medical dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and company holidays
For Mexico-based roles - What youll get:
- Competitive salary annual performance bonus eligibility
- Christmas Bonus (Aguinaldo): 30 days
- Major medical expenses and life insurance
- Paid time off and holidays (per local policy)
For all roles:
- Professional development and growth opportunities
- Opportunity to grow with a mission-driven team shaping the future of clean energy
- Equal Opportunity: is committed to equal employment opportunity and to maintaining a work environment free of harassment discrimination or retaliation.
- Accommodations: If you need an accommodation during the application process email
- Benefits vary by role and location and are subject to change.
Required Experience:
Manager