Hanwha Energy USA
Sr. Director, Engineering
Houston, TX · Director
Sponsorship not specified$190k-$250kDetected 46 days ago
Business DevelopmentProcurementSystems EngineeringCAMElectrical EngineeringPower ElectronicsLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationPE License
About the role
- Hanwha Energy USA, headquartered in Houston, Texas, is part of the Hanwha Group-a FORTUNE Global 300 company and one of South Korea's most respected business enterprises.
- With over a decade of experience delivering high-quality, utility-scale energy projects across North America, Hanwha Energy USA has evolved into a comprehensive energy solutions provider.
- Our portfolio now spans utility-scale renewables, natural gas generation, retail electricity, and strategic partnerships that power America's growing data center industry.
Responsibilities
- System Design & Optimization:
- Lead conceptual and preliminary design of microgrid projects tailored to diverse customer load profiles, including datacenters.
- Optimize the mix and sizing of energy assets (PV, BESS, gas, etc.) with or without grid interconnection to achieve reliable and cost-effective performance.
- Manage feasibility studies and technical due diligence for gas-fired power plant development, including system design and environmental evaluations.
- Develop engineering guidelines and design standards for microgrid and gas-fired power plant deployment.
Requirements
- 15+ years of senior leadership experience spanning microgrid power engineering and gas-fired power plant technical assessment.
- Specialized knowledge of gas turbine power generation, including environmental, safety, and electrical systems.
- Familiarity with components and vendors of BESS, PV, gas engines/turbines, and associated control systems.
- Experience working with Tier-1 firms such as GHD, GE, Baker Hughes, AlphaStruxure, Eaton, or similar.
- Proven ability to negotiate PPAs, vendor contracts, and supplier agreements, alongside project financing and cost analysis expertise.
- Ensure project plans meet required codes, standards, and industry best practices.
Nice to have
- Monitor industry best practices and innovations in both microgrid and gas-fired power plant development.
- Experience working with Tier-1 or microgrid firms such as GHD, GE, Baker Hughes, AlphaStruxure, Eaton, or similar is preferred.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, energy, business, economics, or related field (Master's degree preferred).
- Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or advanced engineering degree preferred.
- Strong technical background in Electrical, Mechanical, or Power Systems Engineering
Compensation
- $190,000 - $250,000 salary
Company info
- Hanwha Renewables - specializing in utility-scale solar and battery energy storage systems (BESS)
- Chariot Energy - providing retail electricity services for residential, commercial, and industrial customers in deregulated markets
- All duties will be assigned in accordance with applicable laws and company policies.
Equal opportunity
- Hanwha Energy provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
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