Vice President of Engineering

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

Do you have experience in Team management?, Do you have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering?, * 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, If you’re a seasoned engineering leader ready to modernize how clean energy projects are designed and delivered-we want to hear from you!

Pulled from the full job description

• Health insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance, * 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

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 Company

Strata Clean Energy is a national leader in utility-scale clean energy solutions-designing, building, and operating solar and energy storage systems that power the future. Headquartered in Durham, North Carolina, we’ve delivered over 2.5 GW of solar capacity and have more than 14+ GW in our development pipeline. With in-house expertise spanning development, engineering, procurement, construction, and operations, Strata is uniquely positioned to execute complex energy projects that accelerate the transition to a carbon-free grid. Our people are our power: we are committed to innovation, sustainability, and building a better world through clean energy.