Overview
We are looking for a Product Engineering Manager to lead a team that provides power systems engineering expertise for off-grid and grid-tied microgrids and data centers. Projects typically include managing a variety of DER and microgrid assets – such as solar, energy storage, switchgear, controls, and reciprocating engines. You will report to our Chief Technology Officer and will ideally be a hybrid role based out of either our Ridgewood, NJ, NYC, Los Angeles or Oakland, CA offices.
Responsibilities
- Provide technical expertise to develop core technologies that project teams will utilize to deliver distributed energy solutions
- Leverage electrical and power engineering knowledge to define best practices and publish internal standards and guidelines to ensure high-quality microgrid projects are engineered well for our clients
- Review project-specific electrical designs and the sequence of operations for controls
- Provide technical oversight and guidance on relay protection settings and power systems analysis
- Define long-term technical vision and product roadmaps for microgrid design and core technologies
- Work with the business development, execution, and commercial teams to ensure microgrids are appropriately integrated into the customer site and are technically correct, practical, and cost-effective
- Utilize strong technical and communication skills to interface with all aspects of the business, vendors, and customers
- Support, build, and grow a diverse team
- Provide mentorship and leadership to team members
- Guide individuals in setting clear goals and provide regular feedback on performance to foster career growth
- Coordinate project staffing and prioritization
- Implement new tools and practices as needed to make the team more effective
Ideal Candidate and Qualifications
10+ years of power systems experience with 3+ years of experience building and leading technical teams, preferably in a high-growth companyThorough technical understanding of distributed energy technologies, including solar, battery, switchgear, and reciprocating engines / turbinesUnderstanding of rotating power with reciprocating engines in the 200kW to 5MW size range per engine, including parallel operation with the utility bus and with other DERs (grid parallel and island modes)Understanding of switchgear and relay protective settings (SEL, Beckwith)Experience in medium voltage switchgear, including 13.8kV, 23kV, and 34.5kVCore competency in transformer design, short circuit analysis, grounding schemes, and power systems analysisStrong knowledge of DER power sources within the microgrid and how they interface with the utilityDemonstrated expertise in the US power markets, interconnection processes, and requirementsKnowledge of systems controls for DERs to achieve operating goals within a microgridStrong communication skills across technical and non-technical stakeholdersUnderstanding of relevant building, electrical, civil codes is a plusBS in Electrical Engineering with a focus on power; PE in power and electrical engineering is preferredExperience at an engineering / consulting firm is a plusAdvanced courses in power or a higher-level degree in the field are preferredAbout Scale Microgrids and EQT
Scale Microgrids is a fully integrated distributed energy platform focused on designing, implementing and financing innovative distributed clean energy solutions. Scale helps customers transition to a decentralized energy future by providing and financing sustainable, cost-effective, and resilient power solutions. Scale is backed by EQT and its resources. To learn more, visit Scale Microgrids at https : / / www.scalemicrogrids.com and EQT at https : / / eqtgroup.com.
Equal Opportunity
Scale strives to attract and retain a workforce that reflects the composition of our customer base and communities. We are committed to providing a work environment that provides everyone with equal access and opportunity to contribute and drive meaningful outcomes. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
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