BESS Field Technician

Alphaa Energy; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Career development

Hands-on BESS experience

Job summary

Alphaa Energy is seeking motivated BESS Field Technicians to support commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and energization on utility-scale projects across the United States. The role requires 1–8 years of BESS or related experience and involves extensive travel to project sites.

You will perform pre-commissioning, QA/QC, electrical testing, and documentation while adhering to safety standards. A technical background and strong communication are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 1–8 years of experience in BESS, renewable energy, electrical field services, or related commissioning activities.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and single-line diagrams.
• Familiarity with electrical test equipment (DMM, insulation testers).
• Willingness to travel nationwide across the United States.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US.

Responsibilities

• Support pre-commissioning, cold and hot commissioning, and functional testing of utility-scale BESS equipment.
• Perform equipment inspections, QA/QC verification, and commissioning checklists.
• Assist with testing and troubleshooting of battery systems, PCS, inverters, transformers, and electrical equipment.
• Commission fire suppression and thermal management systems.
• Support system energization, performance verification, and operational testing.
• Perform electrical testing, including insulation resistance and continuity.
• Assist with system retrofits, upgrades, and issue resolution.
• Interpret electrical drawings and single-line diagrams.
• Document test results, deficiencies, and progress.
• Follow site safety procedures (LOTO) and NFPA 70E standards.
• Collaborate with commissioning engineers, supervisors, OEM reps, and project teams.
• Provide daily and weekly reports via email.

Skills

BESS field experience

Electrical testing & diagnostics

Reading schematics

Safety compliance

Travel readiness

Teamwork & communication

Education

Technical degree or electrical certification preferred

Tools

Digital multimeter

Insulation resistance tester

Clamp meter

Job description

Location: Nationwide U.S. – Travel Required

Employment Type: Full-Time

About Alphaa Energy

Alphaa Energy specializes in Utility-Scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) commissioning, field services, apparatus testing, and technical consulting. Our team brings extensive experience supporting large-scale energy storage projects across the United States.

We are seeking motivated BESS Field Technicians with 1–8 years of experience to support commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and system energization activities on utility-scale BESS projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pre-commissioning, cold and hot commissioning, and functional testing of utility-scale BESS equipment.
• Perform equipment inspections, QA/QC verification, and commissioning checklists.
• Assist with testing and troubleshooting of battery systems, Power Conversion Systems (PCS), inverters, transformers, and associated electrical equipment.
• Commission fire suppression systems and thermal management systems.
• Support system energization, performance verification, and operational testing.
• Perform electrical testing, including insulation resistance, continuity, and other diagnostic tests as qualified.
• Assist with system retrofits, upgrades, corrective actions, and issue resolution.
• Interpret electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Document test results, deficiencies, and commissioning progress.
• Follow site-specific safety procedures, LOTO requirements, and applicable electrical safety standards.
• Collaborate with commissioning engineers, supervisors, OEM representatives, and project teams.
• Provide daily and weekly reports via email.

Required Qualifications

• 1–8 years of experience in BESS, renewable energy, electrical field services, or related commissioning activities.
• Basic understanding of electrical systems, testing procedures, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and single-line diagrams.
• Familiarity with electrical test equipment, including digital multimeters and insulation resistance testers.
• Knowledge of electrical safety practices and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and red-rope procedures.
• Willingness to travel extensively to project sites throughout the United States.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Perform drug test, background check, and MVR check.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with utility-scale BESS commissioning.
• Familiarity with BESS equipment from manufacturers such as LG, Samsung, BYD, CATL, Sungrow or other major OEMs.
• Experience working with PCS, battery racks, BMS, EMS, and SCADA systems.
• Experience with electrical apparatus testing, including TTR, winding resistance, insulation resistance, and low-resistance measurements.
• OSHA 10/30, NFPA 70E safety certifications.
• Technical degree, electrical trade certification, or relevant military electrical experience is preferred.

Alphaa Energy offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support our employees' professional growth and well-being.

• Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.
• Medical benefits package for eligible employees.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Hands-on experience with leading BESS technologies and utility-scale energy storage projects.
• Opportunity to join a growing company with long-term career potential.

Help power the future of energy storage with Alphaa Energy.