Engineering Director - Research and Technology

A position at FTI can be the answer to your future career. In this role, you’ll be part of a progressive national leader in electrical planning, engineering, technology and energy services.

FTI enables employee growth and success through industry-leading training and development, utilization of the latest industry technologies, and an uncompromised focus on safety.

We recognize and reward top performers, offering competitive, merit-based compensation, career path development and a flexible and robust benefits package that boasts everything from paid training and tuition reimbursement to an award-winning wellness program.

This position will be responsible to build, develop and lead all aspects of the multi-disciplinary R&D organization; including working with the leadership team to develop the strategic research focus and road map that aligns with the corporate vision and objectives.

The position will further be responsible for developing the R&D team, development of intellectual property, managing external partners, budgets and schedules.

This represents the company's lead role in advancing technology and innovation. Responsible for managing the company’s technology plan that will support FTIs product and business growth plans.

Must have technical and financial acumen as it relates to this space, a proven track record of effective team leadership, a process and organizational mindset, a familiarity with R&D processes, R&D documentation, and documentation management, the ability to present to and engage with both technical and non-technical audiences, FMEA, RCA, Continuous improvement tools and techniques, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and effective project management skills, including budgeting and resource allocation.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education : Master’s degree in Science, Engineering, or related field (PhD Preferred).

Experience : 15 years in similar role and area of technology. R&D Lab management experience.

• Extensive knowledge of subject technologies and other applicable supportive technologies.
• Experience in leading R&D teams in the energy sector; with a focus on microgrid, DER products, renewable energy, hydrogen, and geothermal technologies.
• Management of a multi-disciplinary R&D organization.
• Development of innovative technology and solutions.
• Strong understanding of all related regulatory frameworks and industry standards related to relevant energy technologies.
• Ability to translate technical innovation into marketable products and capabilities.

Travel : 25-50%

Work Schedule : This position works between the hours of 7 AM and 5 PM, Monday- Friday. Works a sufficient schedule to meet the expectations of the role.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops and communicates a clear vision and strategy for the R&D department aligned with the overall company strategy.
• Stays abreast of industry trends, technological advancement, and regulatory changes to ensure the organization remains at the forefront of innovation.

Team Management :

• Leads and mentors a multidisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, and researchers.
• Fosters a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence within the team.
• Provides guidance and mentorship to team members, encouraging professional development and growth.
• Ensures projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.
• Develops detailed plan, execution, conclusions with final technical recommendations.

Technical Leadership :

• Provides technical guidance and expertise to the engineering team.
• Develops innovative technologies.
• Evaluates emerging technologies and assess their potential impact on the company's product portfolio, system capabilities and R&D Roadmap.
• Conducts feasibility studies and risk assessments for innovative technologies.

Collaboration :

• Collaborates with product management, product engineering, legal, strategic sourcing, finance, and external regulatory organizations.
• Establishes and maintains partnerships with external R&D organizations including national labs and other public and private research institutions and strategic supplier technology teams.
• Establishes and maintains corporate engagement with technology organizations as lead technologist representing the company.
• Identifies and provides guidance to the executive team on potential technology partnerships.

Resource Management :

• Prepares and manages the engineering department’s budget.
• Designs strategies for future development projects based on available resources.
• Identifies opportunities for collaboration and partnerships to enhance product development capabilities.

Intellectual Property :

• Oversee the creation and protection of intellectual property through patents, trade secrets and other appropriate mechanisms as determined in collaboration with the Legal Department.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

The job description and responsibilities described are intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described.

It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

SURGE your career forward!

Employees at FTI grow faster because they are a part of a nationally leading team of electrical planners, engineers, designers, electricians, and business professionals.

Your Personal Growth : Build your career path by taking advantage of our industry leading training and leadership development programs.

Leverage Technology : Our virtual design and build programs that offer the latest in robotic total stations, 3D scanning, virtual and augmented reality and drone surveillance and assessment.

Uncompromised Safety : When we see others in our space averaging 2.7 safety rating and ours average .42, you know that we value you and your safety above all else.

We offer competitive, merit-based wages; career path development and flexible and a robust benefits package that boasts everything from paid training, tuition reimbursement and a top-notch wellness program.

We pride ourselves on a Ground up Growth mentality that puts you in the spotlight. Becoming a member of the FTI team means you’ve officially put yourself in the driver’s seat of your career.

Through our career development and continued education programs, you’ll have options to position yourself for success.

FTI is a Merit to the Core organization, and we pride ourselves on our ability to reward and recognize top performers.

BENEFITS ARE THE GAME CHANGER

FTI enriches the lives of its employees through industry-leading total rewards. Our compensation, benefits, time off, and wellness programs are designed to reward individual results that create team success, improve financial security for our employees and their families, and encourage healthy lifestyles.

As an eligible employee*, your programs include :

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance

Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

Award-Winning Wellness Program and Incentives

401(k) Retirement & 401(a) Profit Sharing Plans

Paid Time Off

Performance Incentives / Bonuses

Tuition Reimbursement

And so much more!

Regular / Full-Time Employees are eligible for FTI benefit programs.

We stand strong in our values as we work to Create World-Class Opportunities to Succeed through :

Uncompromised focus on keeping people SAFE.

Building TRUST in everything we do.

REDEFINING what’s possible.

Rewarding individual results that create TEAM SUCCESS.

If you’re ready to learn more about growing your career with us, apply today!

Faith Technologies, Inc. (FTI) is an Affirmative Action Employer / Equal Opportunity Employer. FTI will not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, genetic information, or because they are an individual with a disability or a person 40 years old or older.

Faith Technologies, Inc. will take affirmative action to provide equal opportunity in apprenticeship and will operate the apprenticeship program as required under Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations, part 30.