Sr. Director, Power & Reliability

About Company:

Based in Houston, Taurus Industrial Group (Taurus) is a leading, integrated and industry-diversified technical services company offering end-to-end services across multiple service lines. Leveraging a growing footprint with operations in the U.S. and Canada, Taurus’s service offerings cover engineering and automation, electrical and instrumentation, power systems testing and commissioning, civil and mechanical crafts, pipe and structural steel fabrication, rotating equipment maintenance and repairs, full-service soft crafts, insulation and scaffold, specialty tooling and machining, technical bolting, heat treating, hot-tapping, line stopping and NDT / inspections.

With over 60 years of continuous, safe, and reliable operating experience, Taurus operates across multiple industries and sectors, providing front-end engineering, routine maintenance, capital projects, and turnaround services. We service multiple areas of the energy industry, from our origins in traditional petrochemical and refining industries to the broader power, natural gas, midstream, industrials, and the emerging renewables market.

About the Role:

The Sr. Director, Power & Reliability is a strategic leadership position responsible for overseeing the development and execution of power systems and reliability initiatives across the organization. This role ensures the continuous and efficient delivery of electrical power, maintaining system integrity and minimizing downtime to support business operations. The Sr. Director will lead cross-functional teams to design, implement, and optimize power infrastructure while aligning with regulatory requirements and industry best practices. They will drive innovation in power management and reliability strategies to enhance operational resilience and sustainability. Ultimately, this position plays a critical role in safeguarding the organization's energy assets and ensuring long-term operational excellence.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Ten (10) years of progressive experience in power systems engineering, reliability management, or a related discipline.
• Proven leadership experience managing technical teams in a complex operational environment.
• Strong knowledge of power generation, transmission, distribution, and reliability standards.
• Experience with regulatory compliance and industry standards such as NERC, IEEE, or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Energy Systems, or Business Administration.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent certification.
• Experience with renewable energy integration and smart grid technologies.
• Demonstrated success in leading large-scale power infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with advanced data analytics and reliability modeling tools.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and implementation of power system strategies to ensure high reliability and availability of electrical infrastructure.
• Manage and mentor a team of engineers and technical professionals focused on power systems and reliability engineering.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to align power and reliability initiatives with organizational goals and regulatory standards.
• Oversee risk assessments, contingency planning, and incident response related to power system reliability and performance.
• Drive continuous improvement projects to enhance power system efficiency, reduce operational costs, and integrate emerging technologies.

Skills:

The required skills enable the Sr. Director to effectively lead technical teams in designing and maintaining robust power systems that meet stringent reliability criteria. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for coordinating cross-functional efforts and influencing stakeholders at all levels. Technical expertise in power systems and regulatory frameworks ensures compliance and operational excellence. Preferred skills such as knowledge of renewable energy and advanced analytics support innovation and continuous improvement initiatives. Together, these skills empower the Sr. Director to drive strategic decisions that enhance power reliability and support sustainable business growth.