Senior Director Design and Technology

Position Description

Origis is seeking a Senior Director Design & Technology, reporting to VP Engineering & Strategy Planning, whose primary responsibility will be design, engineering analysis, performance optimization and technology for grid solar plus energy storage projects. The responsibility includes the technical evaluation of solar equipment, implementation of QA/QC programs for PV equipment and overall project design and optimization. This individual will be leading the performance optimization and design teams for our growing solar and storage portfolio.

The Senior Director Design & Technology is a regular, full-time position, and is eligible for our generous employee benefits package, including employer paid health insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions, and other great benefits. 

Key Responsibilities

• Management of PV design and production estimates for early to late-stage developments and proposals
• Work cross functionally to drive design optimization and identify project risks and mitigations
• Collaborate with technical and procurement teams to efficiently model and assess equipment optionality
• Perform technical due diligence on PPA documentation and M&A activities to support contract negotiation
• Contribute to process development and initiatives aimed at furthering team capabilities, efficiencies, and accuracy
• Track and manage workflow of design team and proactively work with internal stakeholders to manage their expectations
• Implement QA/QC programs for the PV modules and the vendors manufacturing processes
• Works across the organization and with IE’s and OE’s to achieve consensus in the target technical specifications and energy outputs for the solar and solar plus storage projects

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Engineering, Physics, or equivalent
• 8+ years of experience in solar design, energy modeling and optimization. 
• Knowledge of data sources, system loss factors, and competency in modeling tools for utility scale PV System production assessments
• Experience with PVSYST or PlantPredict a must., Python, PVLIB experience a plus
• Experience in implementing QA/QC program of PV modules desired
• Familiarity with battery energy storage system is plus.

Key Attributes for Success

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and time management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to perform in a high-growth, fast-paced, collaborative work environment
• Team player; ability to work with multidisciplinary team
• Ability to work with all levels of management and various functional teams
• Strong organization, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Versatility, flexibility, and willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
• Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions

Location   Miami, FL; Austin, TX; San Diego, CA, or Remote for the right individual

Travel   Up to 30% travel required as necessary

Job Level   Senior Director – leading a team