Product Engineering Manager - Electronics

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The Role We are looking for a Product Engineering Manager to lead a team that provides power systems engineering expertise for off-grid and grid-tied microgrids and data centers. Our projects typically include managing a variety of DER and microgrid assets, including solar, energy storage, switchgear, controls, and reciprocating engines. Provide technical expertise to develop core technologies that our project teams will utilize to deliver distributed energy solutions. Leverage electrical and power engineering knowledge to define best practices and publish internal standards and guidelines to ensure high-quality microgrid projects are engineered well for our clients. Review project-specific electrical designs and the sequence of operations for controls Provide technical oversight and guidance on relay protection settings and power systems analysis Work with the business development, execution, and commercial teams to ensure our microgrids are appropriately integrated into the customer site and are technically correct, practical, and cost-effective. Utilize strong technical and communication skills to interface with all aspects of the business, vendors, and customers. Guide individuals in setting clear goals and provide regular feedback on performance to foster career growth. Coordinate project staffing and prioritization. 10+ years of power systems experience with 3+ years of experience building and leading technical teams, preferably in a high-growth company. ~ This includes parallel operation with the utility and with other DERs, both in grid-parallel and island-mode operations. ~ Core competency in transformer design, short circuit analysis, grounding schemes, and power systems analysis ~ Strong communication skills, including the ability to communicate with technical and non-technical people to make projects work. ~ Understanding relevant buildings, electrical, civil, etc., BS in Electrical Engineering with a focus on the power side. ~ PE in power and electrical engineering is preferred. ~ Experience at an engineering/consulting firm is a plus. ~ Advanced courses in power or a higher-level degree in the field are preferred. \ This is a great opportunity to have a long-term impact on a fast-paced, private equity-backed growth business. We offer a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive benefits program including medical benefits, paid vacation and holidays, and 401K matching. As a vertically-integrated provider of turnkey advanced microgrid systems, Scale combines project design, engineering, and execution expertise with microgrid-as-a-service financing to offer our customers systems that are optimized to deliver maximum value from day one while ensuring ultra-reliable operations and fast time-to-power. Scale is backed by EQT, a firm with ~$250B in assets, bringing a depth of experience, resources, and capital that will enable Scale to continue pursuing our vision of powering the world with distributed energy. The investment enables Scale to own and operate billions of dollars in distributed generation assets. EQT is a leading purpose-driven global investment organization with EUR 246 billion in total assets under management, divided into two business segments: Private Capital and Real Assets. EQT owns portfolio companies and assets in Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Americas and supports them in achieving sustainable growth, operational excellence, and market leadership. Scale strives to attract and retain a workforce that reflects the composition of our customer base and communities.