Engineering Leader, Natural Gas Power Projects

Intersect Technologies, Inc.

Job Overview

Location

United States

Job Type

Full-time

Full Job Description

📋 Description

• Lead the technical strategy and execution of Intersect’s portfolio of natural gas power generation projects integrated with battery energy storage systems (BESS) and clean energy assets, currently totaling approximately 5 GW of reciprocating engine and gas turbine-based projects.
• Define and execute engineering strategy across development, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and operations phases for large-scale power infrastructure projects.
• Establish engineering governance frameworks including design standards, drawing standards, calculation methodologies, document control processes, and lessons-learned programs.
• Develop scalable engineering workflows spanning conceptual design, FEED, detailed engineering, IFC documentation, and as-built deliverables.
• Recruit, onboard, mentor, and retain multidisciplinary engineering talent across mechanical, electrical, civil/structural, and instrumentation and controls disciplines.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning, technical excellence, peer review, and professional development for engineers at all levels.
• Manage relationships with engineering consultants, OEM technical teams, and specialized engineering contractors.
• Oversee engineering execution across multiple concurrent projects at varying stages of development and delivery.
• Review and approve critical engineering deliverables including P&IDs, single-line diagrams, general arrangement drawings, equipment datasheets, civil and structural designs, control narratives, and cause-and-effect matrices.
• Coordinate engineering interfaces between EPC/EPCM contractors, OEMs, and internal stakeholders in Development, Project Management, Procurement, and Business Development.
• Ensure engineering scopes, resource forecasts, budgets, and change management processes are accurately tracked and communicated.
• Provide technical guidance, design clarifications, and issue resolution during commissioning and startup activities.
• Serve as the internal subject matter expert on applicable engineering codes, standards, and industry best practices.
• Ensure all engineering deliverables comply with local, state, national, and international regulatory requirements.
• Lead technical due diligence efforts for lenders, permitting authorities, independent engineers, and other stakeholders.
• Oversee safety and reliability studies including HAZOP, HAZID, SIL assessments, arc flash studies, short-circuit studies, and load flow analyses.
• Define and implement engineering software, digital platforms, and simulation tools to support project execution and organizational growth.
• Standardize engineering templates, equipment selection criteria, specifications, and calculation packages to improve quality and reduce rework.
• Champion digital engineering initiatives and AI-enabled tools to improve productivity, consistency, and engineering cycle times.
• Review EPC/EPCM agreements, OEM supply contracts, and technical schedules from an engineering risk and execution perspective.
• Identify opportunities to improve engineering efficiency, reduce project risk, and support successful project outcomes.
• Provide technical input during procurement activities, contract negotiations, and equipment evaluations.
• Participate in team week experiences four times annually and engage with Intersect’s Hub locations in SF Bay Area, NYC Metro Area, Denver, CO; Austin, TX; Calgary, AB; and Toronto, ON.
• Operate within a fully flexible workplace model with no enforced work-from-home, hybrid, or in-office policies — all options are available.
• Candidates must be located within 60 miles of one of the listed Hub locations to foster in-person connections while maintaining remote flexibility.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline
• 15+ years of progressive engineering experience within the power generation industry
• Significant experience supporting reciprocating engine and/or gas turbine power plant projects
• Demonstrated success leading multidisciplinary engineering teams across mechanical, electrical, civil/structural, and instrumentation and controls disciplines
• Experience managing multiple large-scale projects simultaneously through development, design, construction, and commissioning phases
• Strong familiarity with major OEM platforms such as Caterpillar, Wärtsilä, GE, and Jenbacher/INNIO

🏖️ Benefits

• Fully flexible workplace model with no enforced work-from-home, hybrid, or in-office policies
• Team week experiences four times per year to deepen social connections and shared team experiences
• Access to Intersect’s Hub locations in SF Bay Area, NYC Metro Area, Denver, CO; Austin, TX; Calgary, AB; and Toronto, ON
• Opportunity to work on large-scale, mission-driven energy infrastructure projects supporting the clean energy transition
• Professional development and coaching opportunities for engineers at all levels
• Engagement with Google as parent company following acquisition in March 2026

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About Intersect Technologies, Inc.

Intersect Technologies provides cloud-based data integration and analytics software that connects disparate enterprise systems. The platform automates data ingestion, cleansing, and transformation, enabling business teams to create unified datasets without coding. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company serves mid-market and Fortune 500 clients across finance, healthcare, and retail sectors. Its no-code interface and pre-built connectors reduce deployment time, while governance tools ensure security and compliance. Intersect’s subscription model includes scalable pricing based on data volume and user seats, supported by 24/7 customer success services.

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