Summary:
Senior BESS Project Engineer with strong electrical engineering and utility-scale energy project experience. Responsible for reviewing engineering and design packages, providing QA/QC oversight, and managing technical execution from project development through construction and commissioning. Strong knowledge of power systems, interconnection/POI, protection and controls, SCADA/EMS, and MV/HV electrical infrastructure. Experienced in coordinating with EPC contractors, OEMs, EORs, consultants, utilities, and internal stakeholders. BESS, solar, substation, transmission, and generation experience is highly relevant.
Remote
Key Responsibilities
Review and evaluate engineering and design packages for utility-scale projects.
Oversee and challenge the Engineer of Record (EOR) to ensure designs meet project requirements.
Provide QA/QC oversight for engineering deliverables and technical documentation.
Support projects through development, engineering, construction, commissioning, and closeout.
Review electrical systems related to BESS, solar, substations, transmission, and generation.
Evaluate power systems, POI/interconnection, protection & controls, SCADA/EMS, and MV/HV infrastructure.
Coordinate with EPCs, OEMs, consultants, utilities, EORs, and internal engineering/project teams.
Identify technical risks, design issues, gaps, and potential constructability concerns.
Participate in technical reviews, project meetings, design discussions, and issue resolution.
Ensure engineering work complies with applicable IEEE, NEC, NFPA 855, UL 9540A, and project standards where applicable.
Qualifications:
Must Have
Electrical Engineering degree (strong preference)
Experience reviewing engineering and design packages
Ability to challenge and oversee the Engineer of Record (EOR)
Provide QA/ QC oversight
Utility-scale project experience (BESS, solar, substations, transmission, generation)
Strong understanding of:
Power systems
Interconnection/POI
Protection and controls
SCADA/EMS integration
MV/HV electrical infrastructure
Experience managing projects from development through construction and commissioning
Comfortable leading discussions with EPCs, OEMs, consultants, utilities, and internal stakeholders
Nice to Have
Direct BESS experience
Familiarity with NFPA 855, UL9540A, IEEE, NEC
Renewable energy background
Not Required
P.E. License
Deep hands-on design work
Pure engineering consulting experience without project execution
Benefits:
Paid Time-Off, Health Care on Site, 401K Match, 401K, Medical, Dental, Vision
Skills:
BESS, BATTERY ENERGY STORAGE, energy storage, solar, TRANSMISSION, SUBSTATION, RENEWABLE, Electrical Engineering, Commissioning, Construction, Electrical Utility, Electricity, Energy & Utilities, Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC/EPCC/EPCM), OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer), Project Development, Project Engineering, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Technical Leadership
Mindlance
About Mindlance:
Founded in 1999, Mindlance has been ranked as one of the fastest growing US Staffing firms by SIA for 9 consecutive years. We provide Technology, Engineering, Digital / Creative / Marketing, Clinical Research, Scientific, Finance, Professional and Payroll Management staffing services to Global 1000 companies across the US, Canada and India.
Mindful of the opportunity gap, we provide balanced solutions for employers and job seekers. We empower job seekers with opportunities to advance their careers and enhance their skills while elevating recruitment standards and fostering a more mindful, balanced workplace.
EEO:
“Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of – Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.”
Company Size:
1001 - 5000
Headquarters:
Union, NJ, US
1999