Sr. Director R&D Energy and Technology

Senior Director Of Research & Development (R&D)

We are designing the grid of the future!

EPE is seeking a technically driven and strategically minded Senior Director of Research & Development (R&D) to lead and coordinate innovative efforts that strengthen EPE's consulting services and Software-as-a Service (SaaS) portfolio. The ideal candidate should have a deep understanding of R&D operations and execution as well as a solid understanding of the energy industry and its key stakeholders, i.e. Independent Service Operators (ISO), utilities, energy resource developers, etc. as well as its adjacent sectors, such as telecom, gas, water, and other power grid ecosystem sectors that the grid depends on to maintain reliability, resiliency, affordability and flexibility. As a key leadership team member, you will be instrumental in transforming internal R&D initiatives into scalable client-facing services, aligning product development with market needs, regulatory changes and emerging technology trends. This position reports to the VP of Technical Services and Compliance.

Responsibilities

How you can make an impact :

R&D Leadership and Strategy

• Support in the development and lead execution of EPE's R&D roadmap.
• Identify high-impact areas where internal innovation can evolve into differentiated consulting services and / or SaaS concepts.
• Ensure R&D efforts are structured to support future scalability, knowledge transfer, and commercialization across Utility, Energy Resources and Software business units.
• Continuously monitor industry trends, regulatory shifts (e.g., FERC, NERC), and emerging technologies (e.g., AI, grid-forming inverters) to guide R&D direction to align with EPE long-term business goals.

Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement

Outreach, Communication and Value Capture

Qualifications

Bring your passion, here's what's needed :

Lead the change!

Be a part of an innovative team shaping the grid of the future through advanced energy intelligence. For more than half a century, Electric Power Engineers (EPE) has partnered with power and energy clients across the globe, providing consulting expertise and energy intelligence software solutions for complex engineering and grid modeling challenges. As leaders in the renewables space, we are focused on building a modern, secure, and resilient grid. Join us in making an impact on the communities we serve and the environment in which we live. Together we can transform the future of energy.

How we support you :

Location : This position will be located in Austin, TX - (Remote candidates may also be considered)

Travel : Occasional travel may be needed (20% or less)

EPE is an equal opportunity / AA / Disability / Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster, and its supplement are available.