Senior BESS Electrical Engineer

The Senior Electrical Engineer for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) is a key technical leader responsible for the design, development, implementation, and optimization of BESS projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field; Master's degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in electrical engineering, with a focus on battery energy storage systems, renewable energy, or power systems integration.
• Demonstrated expertise in the design, integration, and optimization of battery energy storage systems, including lithium-ion batteries, inverters, BMS (Battery Management Systems), and grid interconnection equipment.
• Ablility to understand the implementation of control strategies, algorithms, and software for BESS operation, grid integration, and optimization.
• Proficiency in power system analysis software (e.g., PSS/E, PSCAD, etc...) and energy storage simulation tools.
• Strong understanding of electrical power systems, grid operation, and regulatory requirements related to battery energy storage deployment (e.g., FERC Order 841, IEEE 1547).
• Experience in project management, including budgeting, scheduling, resource allocation, and risk management.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent certification preferred.
• Ability to adapt to dynamic project requirements, prioritize tasks, and deliver high-quality results under tight deadlines.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and sustainability in BESS engineering and project execution.
• Effective written and verbal English communication skills
• Ability to work, analyze, troubleshoot, and prioritize problems independently.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills to work with others in all situations.
• Proficiency and knowledgeable in office practices, procedures, and equipment
• Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize and coordinate with partners.

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance
• company's 401(k) plan
• vacation, sick and holiday pay