Engineering Manager - Pipeline Project

Job summary

Lead and coordinate Front-End Loading (FEL-1 and FEL-2) engineering efforts for energy storage pipeline projects. Act as the primary technical interface between internal stakeholders and external engineering partners to ensure projects are ready for execution.

Job details

Title: Manager, Engineering – Pipeline Projects Location: Toronto, ON Job Type: Full-Time – Hybrid (3+ days/week in office) Travel Requirement: Up to approximately 25% Position Type: Net New Join the Future of Reliable Energy! Are you ready to shape the future grid? Hydrostor, a leading energy storage, technology and infrastructure company dedicated to developing utility-scale, long-duration energy storage solutions, is seeking a Pipeline Projects Engineering Manager to join our team in Toronto. We’re supporting the development of a more resilient electricity grid and invite you to be at the forefront of this work! Why Hydrostor? Our cutting-edge A-CAES technology is uniquely poised to revolutionize the energy landscape. Join us as we lead the way in shaping a reliable and secure energy future. Your Mission The Manager, Engineering – Pipeline Projects is responsible for leading and coordinating Front-End Loading (FEL-1 and FEL-2) engineering efforts across Hydrostor’s pipeline of energy storage projects. This role serves as the technical lead for early-stage project development, ensuring alignment on scope, schedule, and budget while acting as the primary interface between internal stakeholders and external engineering partners. Focused on one project at a time, this role drives technical execution through FEL-1 and FEL-2 and enables a seamless transition into detailed engineering and execution by project delivery teams. The immediate priority for this role will be supporting Hydrostor’s Quinte project in Southern Ontario through end-of-year milestones and bid submission. Your Day-to-Day Adventures Lead and manage FEL-1 and FEL-2 engineering phases for pipeline projects, ensuring timely, high-quality deliverables Serve as the primary internal lead, interfacing with external engineering partners and consultants Own and manage engineering scope, schedule, and budget throughout early-stage project development Coordinate cross-functional technical inputs to support development and commercial activities (e.g., permitting, commercial structuring, proposals) Identify and mitigate technical risks, ensuring project readiness for handoff into execution Provide clear reporting and updates on engineering progress, risks, and key decisions to internal stakeholders Support bid and proposal development with technical inputs and engineering alignment Lead the transition and handoff of projects post FEL-2 to the execution team (e.g., Project Engineering) Initially take ownership of FEL-2 engineering for the Quinte project, driving progress through critical milestones and submission timelines Who You Are You are a technically strong and commercially aware engineering leader who thrives in early-stage project development. You bring the ability to manage complexity, align diverse stakeholders, and translate technical requirements into actionable plans. You are comfortable owning outcomes, working through ambiguity, and driving progress across multiple interfaces in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. What You Bring 7+ years of experience in engineering and project development, preferably within energy, infrastructure, or industrial projects Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, or related discipline); master’s degree considered an asset Proven experience managing FEL-1/FEL-2 or equivalent early-stage engineering phases Strong project management skills, with demonstrated ability to manage scope, schedule, and budget Experience coordinating and managing external engineering firms and technical consultants Ability to bridge technical and commercial considerations within project development Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills Experience supporting bids, proposals, or commercial development activities is an asset Highly organized, proactive, and able to take ownership of projects from concept through handoff Compensation Details $110,000 - $150,000 base salary Discretionary Bonus Paid Vacation Time Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits RRSP Program – with a match! Employee Share Option Plan To Apply: To apply for this position, submit your resume by clicking “Easy Apply”. For more information on Hydrostor and the exciting journey we’re on visit our website at www.hydrostor.ca Equal Opportunity Employer At Hydrostor, we know that fostering an inclusive workplace, which values diversity, inclusion, and belonging is paramount to our success. To fulfill our mission, our goal is to attract people who come from all backgrounds and walks of life, who bring diverse perspectives with wide-ranging experiences, and who share in our common passion to drive innovation and change the global energy landscape. Hydrostor proudly embraces the principles of equal opportunity and inclusion. We are committed to providing opportunities for all employees and candidates. We ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, colour, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental, pregnancy, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status protected by applicable law. Hydrostor is committed to making our application and interview process accessible to everyone, and we encourage applications from people with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation at any stage, please contact us at careers@hydrostor.ca. In your application, we welcome you to specify your preferred pronouns (e.g. she/her/hers, he/him/his, they/them/theirs, etc.). Use of Artificial Intelligence Hydrostor does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select candidates during the recruitment or interview process.

What you’ll do

Lead and coordinate Front-End Loading (FEL-1 and FEL-2) engineering efforts for energy storage pipeline projects. Act as the primary technical interface between internal stakeholders and external engineering partners to ensure projects are ready for execution.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering and over 7 years of experience in engineering and project development within energy or infrastructure. Proven expertise in managing early-stage engineering phases (FEL-1/FEL-2) and coordinating external firms is essential.

Benefits

• Discretionary Bonus • Paid Vacation Time • Medical Benefits • Dental Benefits • Vision Benefits • RRSP Program with Match • Employee Share Option Plan

Listed skills

• Project management · Preferred
• Stakeholder Management · Preferred
• Cross-Functional Coordination · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• FEL-1 Engineering
• FEL-2 Engineering
• Project Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Budget Management
• Schedule Management
• Technical Risk Mitigation
• Bid and Proposal Development
• External Consultant Management
• Cross-functional Coordination
• Commercial Awareness
• Technical Leadership

Job areas

• Engineering
• Energy
• Management & Leadership
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Construction