Director, Renewable Project Engineering
We are seeking a Director, Renewable Project Engineering to lead the technical delivery of large-scale renewable energy projects from early development through construction and commissioning. This senior leadership role will establish engineering strategies, oversee multidisciplinary design activities, and ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with applicable standards, regulations, and commercial requirements. The portfolio may include utility-scale solar, wind, battery energy storage, and associated grid infrastructure.
Key responsibilities include managing internal engineering teams and external consultants; defining project technical scopes, budgets, schedules, and resourcing plans; and providing engineering leadership across feasibility studies, permitting, procurement, contracting, detailed design, construction, testing, and handover. You will review and approve technical documentation, design packages, calculations, specifications, and contractor submissions, while identifying and managing technical risks throughout the project lifecycle. The role will also support technology selection, grid connection activities, value engineering, due diligence, tender evaluations, and the resolution of complex technical and construction issues. Strong collaboration with development, commercial, legal, finance, operations, and project delivery teams will be essential.
The successful candidate will bring a degree in engineering or a related discipline, extensive experience delivering renewable energy or major infrastructure projects, and a strong understanding of electrical, civil, structural, mechanical, and grid integration requirements. Experience leading engineering functions across multiple projects, managing consultants and contractors, and working within changing regulatory and market environments is highly desirable. Professional registration or equivalent credentials will be advantageous. You will be an accomplished people leader with excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, capable of making sound decisions under pressure and translating complex technical matters into clear business recommendations. A commitment to health, safety, environmental performance, quality, and continuous improvement is essential.
Director, Renewable Project Engineering
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