Leap29 · 11 hours ago
Lead Engineer (Design Manager) – Energy Sector
New York, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff
8+ years expLeap29 is an engineering consultancy focused on delivering design, planning, and project management services in the energy sector. They are seeking a Lead Engineer (Design Manager) to establish and lead their technical design delivery capability for renewable energy and related infrastructure projects.
EmploymentRecruitingStaffing Agency
Hiring Manager
Rob Byrom
Responsibilities
Lead the technical design and execution of energy projects, ensuring compliance, quality, and cost-effective solutions
Build, mentor, and manage a team of engineers responsible for design development and documentation
Define and implement engineering processes, workflows, and quality assurance procedures for the U.S. Energy Business Unit
Provide technical leadership through design reviews, guidance, and mentoring of engineering staff
Coordinate multidisciplinary project teams and support effective collaboration across offices
Partner with management and business development teams to plan staffing, workload, and resource needs
Serve as the primary technical point of contact for clients, utilities, and permitting authorities
Foster a collaborative, adaptable, and high-performance team culture
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering
Minimum of 8 years of professional engineering experience, preferably within a Tier 1 or Tier 2 consultancy
Strong technical experience in one or more of the following areas: Solar PV, wind, and/or BESS projects, Transmission and Distribution (T&D) substations and overhead/underground lines, Data centers or other energy-intensive facilities
Solid knowledge of U.S. electrical codes and standards (IEEE, NFPA 70 / NEC, etc.), with experience reviewing and approving designs
Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop engineering teams
Experience working with developers, utilities, EPC contractors, and permitting agencies
Ability to balance detailed technical work with leadership and management responsibilities
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Authorization to work in the United States
Preferred
Professional Engineer (PE) license in one or more U.S. states
Experience establishing or scaling an engineering team or office
Exposure to multi-office or international project delivery
Proficiency in Spanish and/or Portuguese
Benefits
Competitive compensation
Hybrid working arrangements
Long-term career growth
Company
Leap29
Leap29 is a recruitment agency that provides PEO, reliable recruitment and employment management support.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase