Quantum Fuel Systems LLC

Quantum Fuel Systems LLC

Director of IT

Lake Forest, California, United States · Director · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$160k-$190kDetected 10 days ago
CybersecurityIncident ResponseERPLeadershipCollaboration

About the role

  • The Director of Information Technology is a newly elevated, strategic leadership role reporting directly to the CEO.
  • This position is being created to bring senior-level IT vision to the organization as our technology needs grow in complexity, including infrastructure, cybersecurity, enterprise systems, and the responsible adoption of AI across the business.
  • Due to the hands-on nature of this role and need for close collaboration with our production team, this position is 100% onsite at our Lake Forest, CA headquarters.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and own the company's IT strategy and multi-year technology roadmap, aligning investments with business goals and manufacturing operations.
  • Lead, mentor, and grow the existing IT function, including current IT staff, building structure, career paths, and technical depth where the department has historically been more tactical than strategic.
  • Own enterprise infrastructure, network, and cybersecurity strategy across headquarters and manufacturing sites, including risk assessment, incident response, and data protection.
  • Define a responsible, business-aligned approach to AI adoption, evaluating tools and use cases, setting guardrails in partnership with the executive team, and building organizational readiness.
  • Bridge IT and operational technology (OT) on the manufacturing floor, partnering with plant leadership on systems that support production, quality, and safety.
  • Manage the IT budget, vendor relationships, and contract negotiations, ensuring cost-effective and scalable solutions.
  • Ensure technology practices support data privacy and regulatory obligations across all operations, partnering closely with executive leadership.
  • For over 25 years, we've been at the forefront of clean energy innovation, designing, developing, and delivering industry-leading storage systems and transport trailers for compressed natural gas (CNG), renewable natural gas (RNG), and hydrogen.
  • Based in Lake Forest, California, we're driving clean energy forward by helping our partners meet ambitious net-zero targets with safe, reliable, and sustainable solutions.
  • The Director will build on the strong operational foundation laid by our current IT team, providing the strategic direction, executive partnership, and technical depth needed to guide the company through its next phase of growth.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field; Master's degree a plus.
  • Whether onsite or working remotely, the Director of IT must be available for scheduled meetings, respond promptly to urgent IT issues from the IT team members or executive team, and be reachable during standard working hours.

Nice to have

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field
  • Master's degree a plus.
  • Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment strongly preferred, including familiarity with ERP/MES systems and plant-floor technology.

Compensation

  • $160,000 - $190,000/year Quantum Fuel Systems is engineering the future of alternative fuel solutions.

Equal opportunity

  • equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace.
  • If you require a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of a job or to participate in the
  • application process, please contact Human Resources at hr@qtww.com so that we may engage in the interactive process to identify an appropriate accommodation.

Visa & Work Authorization

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