Battery Energy Storage System Technician

Westinghouse Electric Company LLC; Piedmont (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid vacation

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company LLC in Piedmont, SC seeks a Battery Energy Storage System Technician to install, commission, operate and maintain BESS equipment and work with high‑voltage DC/AC systems. You will read schematics and collaborate with engineering, operations and vendors on site.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 2+ years in electrical or energy storage, familiarity with NFPA 70E/OSHA safety standards, and hands‑on BESS, solar PV or wind experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; technical or trade school preferred.
• 2+ years in electrical, power generation, renewable energy, or energy storage.
• Experience with DC systems, three-phase AC power, and control circuits.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and single-line diagrams.
• Experience around high-voltage equipment; safety certifications preferred (NFPA 70E/OSHA 10/30).
• Hands-on experience with BESS, solar PV, or wind generation systems.
• Familiarity with lithium-ion battery technologies and thermal management.
• Experience with SCADA, monitoring platforms, or data analysis tools.
• Sungrow PT1/PT2 experience.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, inspect, troubleshoot and maintain BESS equipment and related components.
• Diagnose electrical, mechanical, and control issues using schematics and manuals.
• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance per OEM and site procedures.
• Monitor system performance, respond to alarms and outages.
• Work safely around high‑voltage DC/AC systems following OSHA/NFPA 70E.
• Complete service reports, maintenance logs and incident documentation.
• Support system upgrades, retrofits and warranty work.
• Coordinate with engineering, operations and vendors on site.
• Travel to project sites and participate in on-call rotations.

Skills

High‑voltage safety

Read schematics

SCADA / data analysis

Troubleshooting

BESS experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Multimeters

Insulation testers

Laptops for interfaces

SCADA software

Job description

Requisition Number: 31971

Company:

Location:

Piedmont, SC, US, 29673

Battery Energy Storage System Technician

About the role: Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Technician supports the installation, commissioning, operation, and maintenance of battery energy storage systems. You have an electrical or electro‑mechanical background working with high-voltage systems in the renewables industry.

Responsibilities:

• Perform installation, commissioning, inspection, troubleshooting, and maintenance of BESS equipment, including batteries, inverters, transformers, EMS, and balance‑of‑system components
• Diagnose and resolve electrical, mechanical, and control system issues using schematics, drawings, and technical documentation
• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance following OEM manuals and site procedures
• Monitor system performance and respond to alarms, faults, and outages
• Safely work with high‑voltage DC and AC systems while following all OSHA, NFPA 70E, and company safety standards
• Complete service reports, maintenance logs, and incident documentation accurately
• Support system upgrades, retrofits, and warranty work
• Coordinate with engineering, operations, and third‑party vendors during site activities
• Travel to project sites and participate in on‑call or emergency response rotations

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or trade school training preferred
• 2+ years of experience in electrical, power generation, renewable energy, or energy storage systems
• Experience with electrical fundamentals, including DC systems, three‑phase AC power, and control circuits
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, single‑line diagrams, and technical manuals
• Experience working safely around high‑voltage equipment
• Proficiency with diagnostic tools such as multimeters, insulation testers, and laptops for system interfaces
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass background and drug screening
• Prior hands‑on experience with BESS, solar PV, or wind generation systems
• NFPA 70E, OSHA 10/30, or similar safety certifications
• Familiarity with lithium‑ion battery technologies and thermal management systems
• Experience with SCADA, monitoring platforms, or data analysis tools
• Sungrow PT1, PT2 experience

Physical & Work Requirements

• Lift up to 50 lbs. and climb ladders or stairs
• Willingness to travel and work flexible hours, including nights or weekends

Our Safety Pledge to You:

If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then this is the position for you! For us, our guiding principle has always been and will continue to be the safety of our people. It's that simple!

Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

• Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

We are committed to transparency and equity in all our people practices. We estimate the base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon qualifications, to be $24.00 hour to $28.00 hour.

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