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The Director, Engineering Project Delivery Excellence & Proposals is responsible for the leadership, development, resource planning, and performance management of the Engineering Project Managers ...

The Director, Engineering Project Delivery Excellence & Proposals is responsible for the leadership, development, resource planning, and performance management of the Engineering Project Managers ...

Western Houston Job Type: Full-Time * Direct engineering design for multiple active solar and BESS projects, from concept through IFC * Manage internal engineers and external consultants to deliver ...

The Engineering Director serves as the company's foremost technical authority on valve design, materials science, alloy selection, surface finishing, and precision lapping, ensuring that every ...

The Engineering Director serves as the company's foremost technical authority on valve design, materials science, alloy selection, surface finishing, and precision lapping, ensuring that every ...

Engineering Solar Manager

Houston, TX ยท On-site

$170K - $200K/yr

Direct engineering design for multiple active solar and BESS projects, from concept through IFC Manage internal engineers and external consultants to deliver compliant, cost-effective solutions ...

As the Director of Engineering at Aitken, you will oversee all aspects & responsibilities of the company's Design Assist Group's engineering and sales efforts. The Director focuses on the continued ...

As the Director of Engineering at Aitken, you will oversee all aspects & responsibilities of the company's Design Assist Group's engineering and sales efforts. The Director focuses on the continued ...

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Supervise, mentor, and direct internal design staff; oversee and manage retained engineering subconsultants to ensure project alignment, quality, and deadline adherence. * Licensure & Expansion:

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for director engineering in Spring, TX is $173,270.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $125,900.00 and $225,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Director-Engineering & EPC Management (Natural Gas Combined Cycle)

Houston, TX โ€ข On-site

Kimmel & Associates
Recruiting and Staffing Servicesย โ€ขย 51 - 200 employees

$200K - $300K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

About the Company
Our client is a leading independent power platform that owns and operates more than 7 GW of power generation assets across the United States.
About the Position
We are seeking an experienced Director - Engineering & EPC Management to lead engineering design, equipment procurement, and EPC management activities supporting the company's development portfolio.
While the organization operates across multiple generation technologies, this position will have a primary focus on thermal generation, requiring significant experience with gas turbine OEM technology, natural gas combined-cycle plants, and thermal power plant design and development.
The Director will work across the full development lifecycle, from technology evaluation and plant configuration through engineering, equipment procurement, EPC negotiations, construction, and project execution.
Key Responsibilities
Engineering & Project Development
  • Lead engineering planning, design, and procurement activities for development and construction projects.
  • Evaluate generation technologies and develop appropriate plant configurations.
  • Lead equipment evaluation, selection, validation, and technical due diligence.
  • Oversee electrical, structural, mechanical, and civil engineering design activities.
  • Develop plant cost estimates and construction schedules.

EPC & Commercial Management
  • Lead negotiations for EPC agreements and other engineering and construction-related contracts.
  • Negotiate and manage Owner's Engineering service agreements.
  • Lead negotiations for major equipment supply and maintenance agreements.

Project Management
  • Oversee engineering, procurement, and project development activities to ensure projects remain on schedule and within approved budgets.
  • Coordinate technical deliverables across internal teams, engineering consultants, equipment suppliers, EPC contractors, and other project stakeholders.
  • Establish appropriate project controls and monitor progress against key milestones.

Equipment & Technology
  • Maintain strong knowledge of gas turbine OEM technologies and natural gas combined-cycle plant design and development.
  • Evaluate major generation equipment and technology selections.
  • Assess technical performance, reliability, maintainability, and lifecycle considerations.

Risk Management & Compliance
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with engineering, procurement, and construction activities.
  • Evaluate technical and commercial risks throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Ensure projects comply with applicable safety, environmental, regulatory, and industry requirements.

Cross-Functional Leadership
  • Collaborate closely with environmental, safety, finance, legal, asset management, operations, and development teams.
  • Coordinate with external engineering firms, consultants, EPC contractors, equipment suppliers, and other strategic partners.
  • Ensure technical and commercial decisions are aligned with overall project and company objectives.

Budget & Financial Oversight
  • Manage engineering and construction budgets.
  • Monitor project costs and commitments against approved financial parameters.
  • Support development-stage cost modeling and project financial analysis.

Requirements
Required Qualifications
  • 8+ years of progressive experience in power generation engineering, project development, EPC management, or a closely related field.
  • Significant experience with gas turbine OEM technology and natural gas combined-cycle (NGCC) plant technology.
  • Demonstrated experience with thermal power plant design, engineering, and development.
  • Experience managing complex engineering, procurement, and construction activities.
  • Strong understanding of power plant electrical, mechanical, structural, and civil engineering disciplines.
  • Demonstrated experience evaluating major equipment and developing plant configurations.
  • Experience negotiating and managing EPC, equipment supply, engineering, maintenance, or other technical/commercial agreements.
  • Strong understanding of project costs, schedules, risk management, and commercial considerations.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with both traditional and emerging power generation technologies.
  • Experience with Owner's Engineering and Independent Engineering firms.
  • Experience managing major equipment suppliers and EPC contractors.
  • Experience supporting permitting, siting, and regulatory processes.
  • Experience in plant operations or asset management.
  • Strong network of relationships across the power generation, EPC, engineering, and equipment supplier markets.

Benefits
  • $200,000 - $300,000 base salary
  • Performance-based annual bonus
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Retirement benefits
  • Paid time off and company holidays
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Hybrid work environment
  • Opportunity to work on utility-scale power generation projects across the United States
  • Approximately 10% travel to support project and business requirements

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About Kimmel & Associates

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Kimmel & Associates, based in Asheville, NC, US, is recognized as the premier leader in the executive search and recruitment industry. The company, in operation since 1981, serves numerous industries including construction, supply chain, waste, and recycling, specialty contractors, and private equity. Utilizing their exceptional knowledge and robust industry connections, they assist clients by filling crucial executive and managerial roles that directly impact business performance and growth. The company is guided by a strong corporate philosophy centered on respect, listening, humility, and continuous improvement. Their mission is to foster enduring relationships and to help industries thrive by connecting the brightest talent with superior companies.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Asheville, NC, US

Year founded

1981

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