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Director, Engineering – New Energy Systems

Energy Vault
Westlake Village, Canada
Full Time
Posted May 15, 2026
$177k - $283k
Energy Management
Remote
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Job Description

Welcome to Energy Vault® (NYSE:NRGV), a global energy storage and power infrastructure company focused on owning, operating, and enabling resilient, dispatchable energy assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead engineering development of New Energy Systems with particular focus on hydrogen-based systems, including: Electrolysis (PEM, alkaline, or SOEC) Hydrogen storage (compressed gas, liquid hydrogen, or novel storage media) Fuel cell (PEM, SOFC, or hybrid configurations), linear generators, nuclear, and thermal generators Balance-of-plant (compression, purification, thermal management, controls) Drive the New Energy Systems roadmap, guiding technology from concept through demonstration and commercial deployment. Evaluate emerging generation technologies and products for integration into the company’s solution portfolio, including: Technical performance and degradation characteristics Safety and intrinsic hazards Supply chain readiness and scalability Levelized cost of energy (LCOE) Develop and lead stage-gate processes for New Energy Systems, advancing technologies and products from TRL 4–8 and MRL 4–8. Define technical criteria and lead system architecture design, including integration with: Renewable generation (solar, wind) Grid interconnection and microgrids Energy management systems (EMS) and SCADA Support project development and execution, including: Conceptual and detailed design Equipment specification and vendor selection Integration with EPC and construction teams Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards Lead development of product documentation, including: Design basis and system specifications Installation and commissioning procedures Operations & maintenance manuals Collaborate with supply chain and manufacturing teams to industrialize hydrogen and fuel cell systems. Support funding and partnerships, including grants (DOE, CEC), strategic partnerships, and pilot projects. Provide technical support to commercial deployments to ensure performance, reliability, and continuous improvement. Foster a culture of technical excellence, innovation, accountability, and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. • Electrolysis (PEM, alkaline, or SOEC) • Hydrogen storage (compressed gas, liquid hydrogen, or novel storage media) • Fuel cell (PEM, SOFC, or hybrid configurations), linear generators, nuclear, and thermal generators • Balance-of-plant (compression, purification, thermal management, controls) • Drive the New Energy Systems roadmap, guiding technology from concept through demonstration and commercial deployment. • Evaluate emerging generation technologies and products for integration into the company’s solution portfolio, including: Technical performance and degradation characteristics Safety and intrinsic hazards Supply chain readiness and scalability Levelized cost of energy (LCOE) Develop and lead stage-gate processes for New Energy Systems, advancing technologies and products from TRL 4–8 and MRL 4–8. Define technical criteria and lead system architecture design, including integration with: Renewable generation (solar, wind) Grid interconnection and microgrids Energy management systems (EMS) and SCADA Support project development and execution, including: Conceptual and detailed design Equipment specification and vendor selection Integration with EPC and construction teams Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards Lead development of product documentation, including: Design basis and system specifications Installation and commissioning procedures Operations & maintenance manuals Collaborate with supply chain and manufacturing teams to industrialize hydrogen and fuel cell systems. Support funding and partnerships, including grants (DOE, CEC), strategic partnerships, and pilot projects. Provide technical support to commercial deployments to ensure performance, reliability, and continuous improvement. Foster a culture of technical excellence, innovation, accountability, and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. • Technical performance and degradation characteristics • Safety and intrinsic hazards • Supply chain readiness and scalability • Levelized cost of energy (LCOE) • Develop and lead stage-gate processes for New Energy Systems, advancing technologies and products from TRL 4–8 and MRL 4–8. • Define technical criteria and lead system architecture design, including integration with: Renewable generation (solar, wind) Grid interconnection and microgrids Energy management systems (EMS) and SCADA Support project development and execution, including: Conceptual and detailed design Equipment specification and vendor selection Integration with EPC and construction teams Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards Lead development of product documentation, including: Design basis and system specifications Installation and commissioning procedures Operations & maintenance manuals Collaborate with supply chain and manufacturing teams to industrialize hydrogen and fuel cell systems. Support funding and partnerships, including grants (DOE, CEC), strategic partnerships, and pilot projects. Provide technical support to commercial deployments to ensure performance, reliability, and continuous improvement. Foster a culture of technical excellence, innovation, accountability, and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. • Renewable generation (solar, wind) • Grid interconnection and microgrids • Energy management systems (EMS) and SCADA • Support project development and execution, including: Conceptual and detailed design Equipment specification and vendor selection Integration with EPC and construction teams Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards Lead development of product documentation, including: Design basis and system specifications Installation and commissioning procedures Operations & maintenance manuals Collaborate with supply chain and manufacturing teams to industrialize hydrogen and fuel cell systems. Support funding and partnerships, including grants (DOE, CEC), strategic partnerships, and pilot projects. Provide technical support to commercial deployments to ensure performance, reliability, and continuous improvement. Foster a culture of technical excellence, innovation, accountability, and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. • Conceptual and detailed design • Equipment specification and vendor selection • Integration with EPC and construction teams • Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards • Lead development of product documentation, including: Design basis and system specifications Installation and commissioning procedures Operations & maintenance manuals Collaborate with supply chain and manufacturing teams to industrialize hydrogen and fuel cell systems. Support funding and partnerships, including grants (DOE, CEC), strategic partnerships, and pilot projects. Provide technical support to commercial deployments to ensure performance, reliability, and continuous improvement. Foster a culture of technical excellence, innovation, accountability, and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. • Design basis and system specifications • Installation and commissioning procedures • Operations & maintenance manuals • Collaborate with supply chain and manufacturing teams to industrialize hydrogen and fuel cell systems. • Support funding and partnerships, including grants (DOE, CEC), strategic partnerships, and pilot projects. • Provide technical support to commercial deployments to ensure performance, reliability, and continuous improvement. • Foster a culture of technical excellence, innovation, accountability, and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.

Requirements

• 15 years or equivalent experience with a bachelor's degree in mechanical, chemical, or electrical engineering (or related engineering discipline). • 10+ years of experience in managing project engineering and/or delivery of cross-functional teams for hazardous material facilities. • 5+ years of experience in teams developing complex and innovative energy solutions. • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally, up to 33%. • Comfortable thriving in fast-paced, rapid growth environments. • A passion for sustainability, our mission, and our vision is a bonus!

Benefits & Perks

• Annual bonus plan. • Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). • 401K employer matching. • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and family. • Flexible Spending Account. • Company-paid Life insurance, Short- and Long-term disability insurance. • 8-weeks for Paternity leave. • Generous holiday allowance. • Flexible time off plus sick leave. • Reimbursement for home office equipment, phone, and internet expenses.

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