Director of Engineering
📍 Omaha
đź’° $175,000 - $250,000
🏢 Full Time
Job Summary:
The successful candidate will primarily lead origination, technical development, technology selection, engineering design, contracting, and project management of natural gas–fueled power projects, including mentoring and supervision of other engineering personnel.
In addition, the role may also include: (a) Technical support of carbon dioxide capture, pipeline, and sequestration (“CCS”) projects; (b) conducting technical due diligence for prospective acquisitions; and (c) some limited technical support to Company’s operating power generation fleet.
As a key member of cross-functional business teams, the candidate will collaborate closely with development leadership, commercial origination, real estate acquisition and development, public relations, environmental, finance, operations, and asset management groups. The role also involves engagement with external stakeholders, including suppliers, service providers, customers, contractors, and partners.
Essential Job Functions:
Lead a team of technical professionals, setting priorities and goals while fostering professional growth through coaching, mentoring, and supervision aligned with Company’s culture and core values.
Serve as a subject matter expert on thermal power generation technologies.
Build and maintain strong professional relationships with key external partners and stakeholders.
Oversee selection of engineering contractors and development of task scopes, including heat balances, layout, civil and electrical design, and condition assessments.
Ensure successful project delivery on schedule, within budget, and to high-quality standards.
Project Development & Construction:
Oversee technoeconomic analyses to evaluate project configuration options.
Direct project layout analysis and conceptual design across all engineering disciplines.
Lead technology evaluation and selection to optimize project performance and cost.
Guide preparation of project development and construction schedules.
Conduct technical risk assessments to inform project priorities and decision-making.
Lead preparation of estimates, including development engineering, capital and operating costs, performance metrics, and environmental parameters.
Direct site technical feasibility reviews, including constructability, geotechnical investigations, hydrology studies, and permitting requirements.
Oversee development of technical specifications and coordinate bid processes for major equipment, engineering design, and construction services.
Prepare comprehensive technical reports and executive summaries.
Manage third-party detailed engineering and construction services.
Collaborate closely with the broader development team to ensure integrated project execution.
Asset Management & Acquisitions:
Lead technical due diligence in support of Corporate Finance M&A activities; Review acquisition documentation, including design documents, opera