Vice President of Engineering

Strata Clean Energy

$150K — $200K *
Energy & Utilities
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 12+ years of progressive engineering experience (5+ in senior leadership)
  • Background in utility-scale renewable energy or related fields
  • Strong knowledge of power systems and energy storage
  • Experience managing geographically diverse teams
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (ABET-accredited) with a PE license
  • Exceptional strategic thinking and communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop a high-performing team of multidisciplinary engineers
  • Oversee engineering execution from project development through operations
  • Establish and uphold technical standards and quality assurance protocols
  • Collaborate across departments including development and construction
  • Drive innovation using AI tools and modern software
  • Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards
  • Act as the technical authority on complex engineering issues

Benefits

  • Comprehensive high-deductible health plans
  • Dental and vision insurance
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Group life insurance
  • 401(k) with corporate matching
  • Health Savings Account (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Account (FSAs)
  • Competitive PTO and company holidays
Full Job Description
Ready to lead engineering innovation at the forefront of clean energy?
Strata Clean Energy is hiring a Vice President of Engineering to drive strategic leadership, technical excellence, and team performance across utility-scale solar and battery storage (BESS) projects nationwide.

About the Role

As VP of Engineering, you'll lead a national, multidisciplinary team responsible for the full lifecycle of engineering - from concept through construction and operations. You'll oversee design standards, implement modern tools and automation, and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure projects are delivered efficiently, safely, and on budget.

What You'll Do
  • Lead and scale a high-performing team of electrical, civil, mechanical, and structural engineers
  • Oversee engineering execution across PV and BESS projects from early development through operations
  • Establish technical standards, QA/QC protocols, and design best practices
  • Collaborate with development, construction, procurement, and O&M teams
  • Drive innovation through AI tools, automation, and modern software platforms
  • Ensure compliance with NEC, IEEE, ASCE, AISC, UL, and regulatory requirements
  • Serve as the technical authority on complex engineering and design issues
  • Develop engineering talent for the future

What We're Looking For
  • 12+ years of progressive engineering experience (5+ in a senior leadership role)
  • Background in utility-scale renewable energy, EPC, or infrastructure projects
  • Strong knowledge of power systems, energy storage, and utility interconnection
  • Proven experience leading geographically diverse engineering teams
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (ABET-accredited); PE license
  • Excellent strategic thinking, communication, and team-building skills

Why Join Strata Clean Energy?
  • Make a direct impact on the future of sustainable energy
  • Join a passionate and mission-driven team of industry leaders
  • Competitive compensation + bonus
  • Benefits offered:
    • Comprehensive high-deductible health plans
    • Dental and vision insurance
    • Short- and long-term disability
    • Group life insurance
    • 401(k) with corporate matching
    • Health Saving Account (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Account (FSAs)
  • Competitive PTO and company holidays

Be the force behind tomorrow's energy solutions.

If you're a seasoned engineering leader ready to modernize how clean energy projects are designed and delivered-we want to hear from you!

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