Director of Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC)

Job overview

The Director of Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) role is onsite in Monmouth Junction, NJ, with travel averaging 20%–40% and potentially reaching 90% during plant commissioning. Compensation is not specified. Princeton NuEnergy develops battery-grade cathode active materials and recycling technologies to strengthen the domestic battery supply chain. The director leads engineering and EPC planning and delivery for large-scale facility projects, from front-end design and equipment procurement through permitting, construction, and commissioning. The role coordinates cross-functional teams and vendors to deliver technical work on schedule and within budget while supporting the company’s technology and business goals.

What you'll do

• Lead front-end engineering design for a new facility
• coordinate equipment design and selection
• collaborate with EPC companies on facility construction or retrofit
• manage permitting and regulatory approvals
• oversee commissioning
• define and procure equipment
• implement process improvements
• work with operations and maintenance teams to address technical issues
• recruit, mentor, and lead the engineering team
• develop training programs
• foster collaboration and innovation.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

director of epc

engineering

procurement

construction

monmouth junction nj

princeton nuenergy

battery materials

facility development

front-end engineering design

permitting

commissioning

20%–40% travel

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The role includes 20%–40% travel or site management on average, rising to as much as 90% during plant commissioning; the posting seeks experience with large-scale EPC and capital projects.

About the employer

Princeton Nuenergy is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.