Director, Engineering – New Energy Systems

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Oversee the engineering development of New Energy Systems, specifically focusing on hydrogen-based systems, which includes:

• Electrolysis technologies (PEM, alkaline, or SOEC)

• Hydrogen storage solutions (compressed gas, liquid hydrogen, or innovative storage media)

• Fuel cell systems (PEM, SOFC, or hybrid configurations), linear generators, nuclear, and thermal generators

• Balance-of-plant components (compression, purification, thermal management, controls)

• Propel the New Energy Systems roadmap, steering technology from initial concept through demonstration and into commercial deployment.

• Assess emerging generation technologies and products for incorporation into the company’s solution offerings, including:

• Technical performance and degradation characteristics

• Safety and intrinsic hazards

• Supply chain preparedness and scalability

• Levelized cost of energy (LCOE)

• Formulate and manage stage-gate processes for New Energy Systems, advancing technologies and products from TRL 4–8 and MRL 4–8.

• Establish technical criteria and lead the system architecture design, including integration with:

• Renewable energy generation (solar, wind)

• Grid interconnection and microgrids

• Energy management systems (EMS) and SCADA

• Assist in project development and execution, which entails:

• Conceptual and detailed design

• Equipment specification and vendor selection

• Collaboration with EPC and construction teams

• Ensure adherence to relevant codes and standards

• Spearhead the creation of product documentation, including:

• Design basis and system specifications

• Installation and commissioning procedures

• Operations & maintenance manuals

• Work alongside supply chain and manufacturing teams to industrialize hydrogen and fuel cell systems.

• Facilitate funding and partnership opportunities, including grants (DOE, CEC), strategic alliances, and pilot projects.

• Provide technical assistance for commercial deployments to guarantee performance, reliability, and ongoing improvement.

• Cultivate a culture of technical excellence, innovation, accountability, and collaboration among multidisciplinary teams.

⛳️ Requirements

• 15 years of experience or equivalent with a bachelor's degree in mechanical, chemical, or electrical engineering (or a related engineering field).

• Over 10 years of experience in managing project engineering and/or delivering cross-functional teams for hazardous material facilities.

• More than 5 years of experience in teams focused on developing complex and innovative energy solutions.

• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally, up to 33%.

• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, rapidly growing environments.

• A passion for sustainability, our mission, and our vision is a plus!

• Must successfully pass a pre-employment background check.

• Energy Vault participates in E-Verify.

🏝️ Benefits

• Annual bonus plan.

• Restricted Stock Units (RSUs).

• 401K employer matching.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and their families.

• Flexible Spending Account.

• Company-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance.

• 8 weeks of paternity leave.

• Generous holiday allowance.

• Flexible time off along with sick leave.

• Reimbursement for home office equipment, phone, and internet expenses.