Application Guide

How to Apply for Director of Legal

at Revamp Engineering

🏢 About Revamp Engineering

Revamp Engineering is a mission-driven company focused exclusively on renewable energy projects, positioning itself at the forefront of combating climate change through practical engineering solutions. Unlike traditional engineering firms, their work directly contributes to preserving the planet for future generations, offering a unique opportunity to align legal expertise with environmental impact.

About This Role

As Director of Legal at Revamp Engineering, you'll serve as the primary legal advisor across all business functions while specifically managing complex risk in renewable energy projects. This role is impactful because you'll directly enable the company's growth and international expansion by creating legal frameworks that protect both the company and its mission-driven projects.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve reviewing and negotiating a master service agreement with a solar developer, coordinating with outside counsel on a construction dispute, developing international employment policies for expansion into new markets, and partnering with project teams to assess risk allocation in upcoming renewable energy installations. You'll balance strategic legal planning with hands-on contract review and risk management.

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🎯 Who Revamp Engineering Is Looking For

  • A licensed attorney with 10+ years experience including 3+ years in-house at an engineering, construction, or energy company
  • Demonstrated expertise in managing construction/engineering claims, insurance programs, and contractual risk allocation
  • Proven ability to develop compliance programs (FCPA, anti-corruption) and international expansion strategies
  • Experience negotiating complex contracts (MSAs, NDAs, task orders) with renewable developers and EPC clients

📝 Tips for Applying to Revamp Engineering

1

Quantify your experience managing claims and insurance programs in the engineering/energy sector - include dollar amounts or project scales

2

Highlight specific renewable energy or infrastructure projects where you've managed contractual risk and insurance provisions

3

Demonstrate your understanding of EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) contracting in the renewable energy context

4

Show how you've supported international expansion in previous roles, particularly with entity setup and cross-border compliance

5

Tailor your resume to show progression from legal advisor to strategic business partner in fast-growing companies

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your specific experience managing legal risk in engineering/construction projects, particularly in renewable energy', 'Examples of developing and implementing compliance programs (FCPA, whistleblower policies) in growing companies', "How you've partnered with project and finance teams to allocate contractual risk and ensure proper insurance coverage", 'Your approach to balancing legal protection with enabling business growth in mission-driven organizations']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Revamp Engineering's current renewable energy projects and their geographic footprint
  • → Regulatory challenges specific to renewable energy projects in the U.S. and potential international markets
  • → Industry-standard insurance requirements for engineering firms in renewable energy
  • → Competitive landscape of engineering firms focused exclusively on renewable energy

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe your experience managing professional liability and construction-related claims in renewable energy projects
2 How would you develop a compliance program for international expansion while maintaining FCPA/anti-corruption standards?
3 Walk us through your approach to standardizing contracts with renewable developers while protecting company interests
4 How have you previously managed outside counsel and litigation in the engineering/construction sector?
5 What strategies would you implement to support Revamp Engineering's growth while managing legal and regulatory risks?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Focusing only on traditional corporate law experience without demonstrating specific engineering/construction sector expertise
  • Failing to show how you've managed the intersection of legal risk and business growth in fast-paced environments
  • Not understanding the specific contractual and insurance needs of renewable energy EPC projects

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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