Director, Global Network & Systems Design - NSD at Fluence

Job description

Fluence (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage. Our solutions and operational services are helping to create a more resilient grid and unlock the full potential of renewable portfolios. With gigawatts of successful implementations across nearly 50 markets, we are transforming the way we power our world for a more sustainable future. For more information, please visit fluenceenergy.com . Job Description: Director, Global Network & Systems Design (NSD) Role Overview The Director, Global Network & Systems Design (NSD) provides strategic and technical leadership for the design, architecture, testing, and delivery of secure, scalable, and reliable network and systems solutions supporting Fluence's global utility-scale energy storage portfolio. This role leads a global team of Principal Engineers, Architects, and technical experts responsible for network infrastructure, cybersecurity, SCADA, industrial controls, cloud connectivity, and IT/OT systems integration. The Director establishes global engineering standards, technical governance, and architecture strategies while partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery from design through commissioning. Following commissioning, the team supports Services through advanced technical escalation, architectural improvements, documentation, training, and fleet reliability optimization. Key Responsibilities Global Technical Strategy & Leadership Lead and develop global engineering teams, including Principal Engineers, Architects, and senior technical professionals. Establish and execute global NSD strategies, technical roadmaps, engineering standards, and governance processes. Oversee resource planning, talent development, technical capabilities, and organizational growth. Architecture, Standards & Governance Define and maintain global reference architectures, technical requirements, and engineering standards for network and IT/OT systems. Establish secure, standardized solutions for industrial networking, cybersecurity, SCADA, controls integration, cloud connectivity, and system validation. Ensure compliance with customer requirements, grid codes, cybersecurity regulations, and regional standards. Lead technical design reviews, quality assessments, and governance of project-specific deviations. Project Delivery & Commissioning Provide technical oversight from requirements definition and system design through implementation, testing, and commissioning. Partner with regional teams to resolve complex technical issues impacting project delivery, performance, and customer acceptance. Establish technical readiness criteria and ensure complete documentation and successful handoff to Services. Serve as a senior escalation point for critical technical issues requiring engineering intervention or architectural redesign. Service Transition & Lifecycle Support Establish effective technical handoff and escalation processes with global 24/7 Services teams. Support complex operational issues, network redesign, and system improvements. Drive fleet reliability and optimization through documentation, training, SOP development, and lessons learned. Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with Product, Engineering, Cybersecurity, Services, Project Delivery, Commissioning, Sales, and Customer Success. Translate customer and regional requirements into scalable global solutions. Influence product improvements, communicate technical risks, and support critical customer engagements. Required Qualifications and Experience Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent relevant experience. 12+ years of experience in network engineering, systems architecture, IT/OT infrastructure, industrial controls, power systems, or related fields. 5+ years of leadership experience managing senior engineers, architects, or global techn