Director of Electrical Engineering at Vicinity Energy in Greater Boston | USD150,000-245,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

electrical design

utility interconnection

compliance

risk management

innovation

team leadership

The Director, Electrical Engineering is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing various engineering functions with a specialized focus on electrical systems. Recognized as having technical expertise in electrical or applicable discipline engineering design, construction standards, ANSI/IEEE Standards, NEC, NERC, NESC code requirements, electric operating procedures, and regulatory compliance. This position ensures strategic alignment of engineering initiatives with organizational goals, manages multidisciplinary teams, and drives innovation while maintaining compliance with safety and industry standards. This is a full-time exempt position located at our Corporate HQ in Boston, MA. This position reports to the SVP Engineering.

Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Ensure adherence to environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements.
Lead electrical engineering involved in Vicinity’s industry leading steam system electrification efforts.
Oversee design, development, and implementation of engineering projects.
Lead planning, design, and maintenance of electrical systems, including high and medium voltage projects, substations, transformers, and switchgear.
Lead all aspects of electric utility interconnection projects, NERC, working closely with utilities, internal and external teams to facilitate the successful integration of large-scale industrial heat pumps and electric boilers into our plants and onto the electric grid.
Ensure plant performance, budgeting, and technical reviews meet organizational standards.
Ensure compliance with electrical codes, safety protocols, and reliability standards.
Implement risk management strategies for engineering and electrical operations.
Recruit, train, and develop engineering staff.
Work with SVP, Engineering to develop strategic plans for major engineering problems and opportunities and has responsibility for interpreting, organizing, executing, and coordinating assignments. Work with SVP, Engineering to develop and update material and equipment standards, including operating procedures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align projects with company goals.
Drive innovation in electrical system design and energy efficiency.
Responsible for supervising, assigning, prioritizing, and directing the work performed by engineering consultants and contractors.
Direct and manage internal and external engineering resources across regions and disciplines.

Requirements

electrical eng

bsc ee

meng

nerc

loto

8+ years

Compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
Familiarity with NERC, LOTO, and arc flash safety standards.
Successful delivery of engineering projects on time and within budget.
Must qualify to participate in respirator fit program and use as necessary.
Strategic thinking and decision-making.
Technical proficiency in electrical engineering and general engineering principles.
Ability to tolerate confined spaces, including manholes and varying temperatures and weather conditions.
Proven expertise in electrical systems and multidisciplinary engineering projects.
Must submit to a company provided physical and drug screening.
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, EET or similar field with an electrical focus.
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration.
Master’s degree in Engineering (Electrical or related field preferred).
Standing, sitting, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, walking on uneven surfaces, and grating, working from elevated platforms, scaffolding or ladders, required to lift up to and including 50 pounds and maneuver up to and including 100 pounds.
Strong knowledge of industry standards, safety regulations, and compliance requirements.
Required to wear PPE such as hard hat, safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection, electrical PPE as needed.
Minimum eight years of progressive engineering experience, including leadership roles.

Benefits

Compensation range of $150K-$245K base plus an annual bonus of 25%.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

company-provided physical and drug screening required.

Company

Overview

$1.25B Acquisition

Initial Investment

The company started with a $1.25 billion acquisition of Veolia's assets, establishing its foundation.

$130M Annual Revenue

Financial Performance

Generating nearly $130 million annually through its energy operations.

197 MW Kendall Station

Energy Capacity

The Kendall Cogeneration Station operates at 197 MW, a key asset in its portfolio.

250M sq ft Conditioned

Building Coverage

Conditions over 250 million square feet of building space across its networks.

Born in early 2020 from Antin’s acquisition of Veolia’s U.S. district energy assets, it quickly became North America’s biggest district energy provider.
Its sprawling underground networks serve steam, hot water and chilled water to iconic clients—from hospitals to theatres and universities across 12 major U.S. cities.
It pioneered eSteam™—carbon-free thermal energy—by deploying electric boilers, industrial-scale heat pumps and thermal storage across flagship campuses.
Teaming up with MAN Energy Solutions, it’s building the largest U.S. industrial water-source heat pump by 2026 to harvest river energy.
Its typically re-imagined downtown energy: converting boiler plants into resilient, centrally-managed thermal hubs for large commercial and institutional districts.

Culture + Values

Service excellence
Inclusion
Teamwork
Respect
Innovation
Community‑mindedness
Safety as first priority
Ethical conduct and fair operating practices

Environment + Sustainability

Net Zero 2050

Carbon Emissions Target

Aiming to achieve net zero emissions across all operations by 2050.

500K Tons CO₂

Annual Reductions

Eliminates more than 500,000 metric tons of CO2 each year.

6,500 Tons/Year

CO₂ Elimination via Carbon-Free Electricity

Reduces CO₂ emissions by 6,500 metric tons annually through carbon-free electricity in Baltimore.

42 MW Boiler

Installed Capacity

Installed the first industrial-scale electric boiler with a capacity of 42 MW.

Committed to reaching net zero carbon emissions across all operations.
Purchases 100% carbon-free electricity in Baltimore, eliminating significant carbon emissions annually.
Uses biofuels, electrifies generation (electric boilers, industrial-scale heat pumps, thermal storage) and purchases renewable electricity.
Installed an electric boiler in Cambridge, marking a significant step in electrification efforts.
District energy systems remove onsite boilers/chillers—enhancing energy efficiency and eliminating local safety risks.

Inclusion & Diversity

Strives to create a workforce as diverse as the communities served; prevents discrimination based on ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, age or disability
Has non‑harassment, equal employment opportunity and non‑discrimination policies in place
Leadership supports culture of inclusion through corporate policies and practice
Gender statistics not publicly disclosed

Articles

Vicinity Energy Launches eSteam™

Green Loan Principles support investment funding in green districts

Vicinity Energy Implements Renewable Biogenic Heating Oil

Vicinity Energy Partners with BGE on Key Infrastructure Investment

Role

Description

electrical design

utility interconnection

compliance

risk management

innovation

team leadership

Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Ensure adherence to environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements.
Lead electrical engineering involved in Vicinity’s industry leading steam system electrification efforts.
Oversee design, development, and implementation of engineering projects.
Lead planning, design, and maintenance of electrical systems, including high and medium voltage projects, substations, transformers, and switchgear.
Lead all aspects of electric utility interconnection projects, NERC, working closely with utilities, internal and external teams to facilitate the successful integration of large-scale industrial heat pumps and electric boilers into our plants and onto the electric grid.
Ensure plant performance, budgeting, and technical reviews meet organizational standards.
Ensure compliance with electrical codes, safety protocols, and reliability standards.
Implement risk management strategies for engineering and electrical operations.
Recruit, train, and develop engineering staff.
Work with SVP, Engineering to develop strategic plans for major engineering problems and opportunities and has responsibility for interpreting, organizing, executing, and coordinating assignments. Work with SVP, Engineering to develop and update material and equipment standards, including operating procedures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align projects with company goals.
Drive innovation in electrical system design and energy efficiency.
Responsible for supervising, assigning, prioritizing, and directing the work performed by engineering consultants and contractors.
Direct and manage internal and external engineering resources across regions and disciplines.

Requirements

electrical eng

bsc ee

meng

nerc

loto

8+ years

Compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
Familiarity with NERC, LOTO, and arc flash safety standards.
Successful delivery of engineering projects on time and within budget.
Must qualify to participate in respirator fit program and use as necessary.
Strategic thinking and decision-making.
Technical proficiency in electrical engineering and general engineering principles.
Ability to tolerate confined spaces, including manholes and varying temperatures and weather conditions.
Proven expertise in electrical systems and multidisciplinary engineering projects.
Must submit to a company provided physical and drug screening.
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, EET or similar field with an electrical focus.
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration.
Master’s degree in Engineering (Electrical or related field preferred).
Standing, sitting, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, walking on uneven surfaces, and grating, working from elevated platforms, scaffolding or ladders, required to lift up to and including 50 pounds and maneuver up to and including 100 pounds.
Strong knowledge of industry standards, safety regulations, and compliance requirements.
Required to wear PPE such as hard hat, safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection, electrical PPE as needed.
Minimum eight years of progressive engineering experience, including leadership roles.

Benefits

Compensation range of $150K-$245K base plus an annual bonus of 25%.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

company-provided physical and drug screening required.

Company

Overview

$1.25B Acquisition

Initial Investment

The company started with a $1.25 billion acquisition of Veolia's assets, establishing its foundation.

$130M Annual Revenue

Financial Performance

Generating nearly $130 million annually through its energy operations.

197 MW Kendall Station

Energy Capacity

The Kendall Cogeneration Station operates at 197 MW, a key asset in its portfolio.

250M sq ft Conditioned

Building Coverage

Conditions over 250 million square feet of building space across its networks.

Born in early 2020 from Antin’s acquisition of Veolia’s U.S. district energy assets, it quickly became North America’s biggest district energy provider.
Its sprawling underground networks serve steam, hot water and chilled water to iconic clients—from hospitals to theatres and universities across 12 major U.S. cities.
It pioneered eSteam™—carbon-free thermal energy—by deploying electric boilers, industrial-scale heat pumps and thermal storage across flagship campuses.
Teaming up with MAN Energy Solutions, it’s building the largest U.S. industrial water-source heat pump by 2026 to harvest river energy.
Its typically re-imagined downtown energy: converting boiler plants into resilient, centrally-managed thermal hubs for large commercial and institutional districts.

Culture + Values

Service excellence
Inclusion
Teamwork
Respect
Innovation
Community‑mindedness
Safety as first priority
Ethical conduct and fair operating practices

Environment + Sustainability

Net Zero 2050

Carbon Emissions Target

Aiming to achieve net zero emissions across all operations by 2050.

500K Tons CO₂

Annual Reductions

Eliminates more than 500,000 metric tons of CO2 each year.

6,500 Tons/Year

CO₂ Elimination via Carbon-Free Electricity

Reduces CO₂ emissions by 6,500 metric tons annually through carbon-free electricity in Baltimore.

42 MW Boiler

Installed Capacity

Installed the first industrial-scale electric boiler with a capacity of 42 MW.

Committed to reaching net zero carbon emissions across all operations.
Purchases 100% carbon-free electricity in Baltimore, eliminating significant carbon emissions annually.
Uses biofuels, electrifies generation (electric boilers, industrial-scale heat pumps, thermal storage) and purchases renewable electricity.
Installed an electric boiler in Cambridge, marking a significant step in electrification efforts.
District energy systems remove onsite boilers/chillers—enhancing energy efficiency and eliminating local safety risks.

Inclusion & Diversity

Strives to create a workforce as diverse as the communities served; prevents discrimination based on ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, age or disability
Has non‑harassment, equal employment opportunity and non‑discrimination policies in place
Leadership supports culture of inclusion through corporate policies and practice
Gender statistics not publicly disclosed

Articles

Vicinity Energy Launches eSteam™

Green Loan Principles support investment funding in green districts

Vicinity Energy Implements Renewable Biogenic Heating Oil

Vicinity Energy Partners with BGE on Key Infrastructure Investment