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Sr. Energy Storage Commissioning Engineer, Grid Infrastructure
Locations: FULLY REMOTE (Anywhere in the USA)
This is an opportunity to join a trailblazing BESS (Battery Energy Storage) company backed by top-tier private equity, leading the charge in utility-scale energy storage development, execution, and operations. They have am expanding national footprint, and double digit GW portfolio including one of the largest fleets of grid-connected standalone battery storage assets in the country.
They're looking for a Sr. Energy Storage High Voltage (HV) Project Engineer and Commissioning Engineering leader to join their EPC team and own the technical engineering, construction oversight, and commissioning execution for utility-scale BESS projects across designated regions. This is a unique role that combines deep cross-functional technical engineering with hands-on project delivery.
You'll oversee the design, construction, and commissioning of BESS projects in partnership with third-party engineering firms and EPC contractors. You'll review and negotiate interconnection agreements alongside the Transmission and Interconnection teams. You'll lead RFQ/RFP development with procurement, work directly with utilities and consultants, and travel to project sites throughout the construction and commissioning lifecycle. If you've built high-voltage systems for renewable energy grid infrastructure projects, lived through utility energization timelines, and want to apply that experience to manifest the future of the grid for generations to come...this role was built for you.
They are committed to creating more grid infrastructure solutions for the grid and are offering comprehensive compensation packages to their employees leading the drive to meet company goals. Other perks included a competitive base salary, open PTO policy, flex work hours, health benefits, the opportunity to work with a transparent Executive Leadership Team..and more.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Sr. Energy Storage HV Project Engineer / Commissioning Engineer - Technical deliverables for design, construction, and commissioning of utility-scale BESS projects
- Sr. Energy Storage HV Project Engineer / Commissioning Engineer - High-voltage substation, switchyard, and transmission system commissioning oversight
- Sr. Energy Storage Project Engineer / Commissioning Engineer - Interconnection agreement (LGIA) negotiation and execution support
- Sr. Energy Storage HV Project Engineer / Commissioning Engineer - RFQ/RFP packages for EPC contractors and engineering consultants
- Sr. Energy Storage HV Project Engineer / Commissioning Engineer - Cross-functional partnership with Transmission, Interconnection, Procurement, and Development teams
- Sr. Energy Storage HV Project Engineer / Commissioning Engineer - On-site presence at projects across the country (around 30% travel)
- Sr. Energy Storage HV Project Engineer / Commissioning Engineer - Stakeholder participation in ERCOT, MISO, SPP, and PJM queue reform and large load policy discussion
QUALIFICATIONS:
- B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering (Power Engineering preferred)
- 5-7+ years in project engineering, EPC, construction management, or commissioning in the power industry
- Hands-on experience with high-voltage utility substations, switchyards, and transmission systems
- Strong understanding of battery energy storage fundamentals and value proposition
- Familiarity with ISO/RTO commissioning compliance and LGIA/PPA structures
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Bluebeam, MS Project, and SharePoint
- Ability to travel around 30% of the time across project sites
- Comfort with AI-enabled tools for engineering productivity
- A practical, data-driven mindset for ambiguous, fast-evolving market environments
- Candidates that have worked in the following roles for renewable, utility, or clean energy companies would be ideal: Sr. Project Engineer, Project Engineering Manager, Commissioning Manager, Manager of Commissioning, High Voltage Commissioning Engineering Supervisor, HV Commissioning Engineer, Lead High Voltage Commissioning Engineer, BESS Commissioning Engineer...or similar
*The deadline for applications is 75 days from the original posting date
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