Electrical Engineer - BESS & Solar (Hybrid, Remote)

AECOM; Franklin (TN); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM has an Electrical Engineer position focused on renewable energy projects across the United States, including PV and BESS system design and interconnections. The role supports design from concept through commissioning, with opportunities to work remotely or from multiple Energy offices.

Preferred candidates will have a PE license and extensive experience in utility-scale renewable systems, including solar and energy storage integrations, along with strong technical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Electrical Engineering or related discipline with 4 years of experience.
• Demonstrated experience in design and integration of utility-scale renewable and battery storage systems.

Responsibilities

• Electrical engineering design work on assigned projects under guidance of senior staff.
• Develop design schedules and budgets with Project Engineer/Manager.
• PV and BESS system design including array layouts, DC string sizing, equipment layouts, and interconnections.
• PV and BESS system energy production modelling.
• Develop construction and equipment specifications.
• Engineering calculations (NEC max voltage, conductor sizing, overcurrent protection sizing, voltage drop).
• Engineering development and support of construction drawings – one lines, network diagrams.
• PV and BESS system cost estimation and payback evaluations.
• DC and low to medium voltage power distribution design.
• Support projects through life cycle including feasibility, design, construction, commissioning.
• Participate in meetings including occasional travel.

Skills

Lead engineering tasks

Strong written and verbal skills

PE license

Education

BA/BS Electrical Engineering or related

4 years of relevant experience or equivalency

Tools

Homer

NREL SAM

ForgeSolar

Helioscope

ETAP

SKM

Job description

AECOM has an Electrical Engineer position focused on renewable energy projects across the United States, including PV and BESS system design and interconnections. The role supports design from concept through commissioning, with opportunities to work remotely or from multiple Energy offices.

Preferred candidates will have a PE license and extensive experience in utility-scale renewable systems, including solar and energy storage integrations, along with strong technical and communication skills.