Battery Storage Commissioning Engineer — Field Projects

Sunset Search LLC; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunset Search LLC invites applications for a Commissioning Engineer in Renewable Energy & Storage to support field commissioning and testing of utility-scale BESS systems. You will validate PCS, batteries, MV equipment, SCADA, and protection systems on active construction sites.

Ideal candidates bring 5–10+ years in commissioning or power systems, direct BESS/solar experience, and strong communication with EPCs and utilities. Willingness to travel nationwide is required.

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years of experience in commissioning, field engineering, or power systems engineering.
• Direct experience with utility-scale BESS, solar, or medium-voltage electrical systems.
• Familiarity with PCS, inverters, transformers, protection equipment, and SCADA integrations.
• Strong understanding of commissioning processes, functional testing, and system energization.
• Ability to read and interpret one-line diagrams, installation drawings, and technical documentation.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence interacting with EPCs, utilities, and field teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent hands-on technical experience.
• Ability to travel extensively to project sites across the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Execute commissioning activities across utility-scale storage projects, including testing and validation.
• Review drawings, technical documentation, and commissioning plans prior to site mobilization.
• Interface with EPC partners, utilities, engineers, and equipment vendors during commissioning.
• Oversee FAT documentation and verify site readiness for energization.
• Conduct on-site inspections to confirm installation quality and compliance with design standards.
• Coordinate daily activities with project management, construction teams, and equipment suppliers.
• Document testing results, technical findings, and performance data for turnover packages.
• Support troubleshooting for inverters, transformers, switchgear, batteries, and communications systems.
• Participate in knowledge transfer and training sessions for operations and maintenance personnel

Skills

Field engineering

Commissioning

Battery Energy Storage Systems

Power systems engineering

Electrical drawings

SCADA

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

SCADA software

Job description

Sunset Search LLC invites applications for a Commissioning Engineer in Renewable Energy & Storage to support field commissioning and testing of utility-scale BESS systems. You will validate PCS, batteries, MV equipment, SCADA, and protection systems on active construction sites.

Ideal candidates bring 5–10+ years in commissioning or power systems, direct BESS/solar experience, and strong communication with EPCs and utilities. Willingness to travel nationwide is required.