Software Engineering Director (Flexible Generation Business Unit)
Requisition ID: 34600
Location: Houston, US, 77056; Oakland, US, 077015 - J
What You Can Expect
As the Software Engineering Director in Houston, TX or Oakland, CA for ENGIE FlexGen (Flexible Generation including Storage, Thermal and Hydrogen) North America, you will be responsible for contributing to and implementing the technical roadmap, as well as leading and supervising the software engineering group. The Director will manage engineering labor estimates, create and maintain technical specifications, support communication network architectures, and manage internal and external resources in support of FGBU projects. You will report to the Chief Technology Officer (FBGU) North America, managing the Software Engineering Team. The director will work closely with other groups to ensure successful implementation, commissioning, and operation of the systems for high availability.
What You’ll Bring
- A Bachelor’s Degree or higher in management, engineering, science, or technology
- At minimum ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience related to the development, design, and construction of complex energy/electrical projects
- At minimum seven (7) years of direct involvement in the commissioning phase of complex energy/electrical projects
- Experience with developing software in embedded platforms, web services, and current programming languages, with controls systems knowledge being a valuable asset to the position
- Extensive technical experience on energy storage or renewables projects
- Knowledge of systems and data architectures, network and data communications systems, and cyber security principles and technologies
- Ability to manage and operate in an agile environment, focused on constant improvement and enhancement through an iterative process
- Ability to lead, develop, and motivate others
- This role is eligible for our hybrid work policy
- Must be available to travel domestically up to 15% of the time, with the need for some overnight trips
- Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license
- Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies
Compensation
Salary Range: $166,900 – $255,070 USD annually
This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate. Actual offered salary may depend on geography, experience, industry knowledge, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.
In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus/incentive plan.
Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or salary for the position based on the work location.
At ENGIE, we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays, and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match. But that's not all – we're dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering supplemental benefits for full-time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits.
Why ENGIE?
ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition; we’re leading it! Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.
At ENGIE, our goal is to support, promote, and thrive on diversity, equity, and inclusion. We do so for the benefit of our employees, customers, products and services, and community. ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment for all employees.
We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
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Business Unit: GBU Flexible Gen & Retail
Contract Type: Permanent
Job Type: Full-Time
Professional Experience: Skilled (>3 experience <15 years)
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