Electrical Engineer II - BESS

RRC Power and Energy; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Health insurance

401k matching

Bonus eligibility

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

RRC Power and Energy is seeking an Electrical Engineer II - BESS to help advance battery energy storage projects from our Round Rock/Austin area. The role focuses on designing DC and MV systems, including switchgear and distribution, while performing system studies and coordinating with project teams.

You will interact with clients, review equipment drawings, and monitor QA/QC to ensure compliance with codes and standards. A background in renewables and BESS is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Renewable Engineering.
• Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Renewable Engineering preferred.
• 3+ years experience in BESS, renewable energy, distribution, or MV power systems.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification, with ability to obtain PE license in the future.
• Experience designing medium and low voltage cabling systems.
• Exposure to battery container systems, EMS and BMS.
• Experience with inverter/PCS equipment; familiarity with IEEE/NESC/NEC/NFPA.

Responsibilities

• Design Battery Energy Storage Systems, DC and MV systems including switchgear and distribution.
• Perform system studies such as ampacity, load flow, short circuit analysis and loss study.
• Coordinate design, analysis, and progress of engineering projects with the team.
• Interact with clients to interpret needs and requirements.
• Review manufacturer equipment drawings and ensure QA/QC compliance.

Skills

BESS experience

Renewable energy

Power system design

EIT certification

PE license (future)

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Master's in Electrical Engineering (preferred)

Tools

CYME

ETAP

HOMER Energy

ESWare

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Remote - RRC Power and Energy - Round Rock, TX 78664Position Type: Full TimeRRC is seeking a talented Electrical Engineer II - BESS to help us build the future of U.S. energy production from our Austin/Round Rock Texas office. RRC is a multi-disciplinary engineering firm that specializes in energy projects, particularly renewable energy, throughout the United States. Founded in 2007, RRC provides a culture where employees are valued while contributing to meaningful projects. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the evolving energy production landscape.

RRC CORE VALUES

Must understand and personify RRC’s core values:

• Client Satisfaction – understands the goal of always exceeding our client’s expectations
• Employee Happiness – able to work well with others, communicate clearly with coworkers, promote a positive work environment, and mediate conflicts between team members
• Quality Work - able to take ownership, work independently, prioritize workload, and deliver quality results on time while working on multiple projects simultaneously
• Above and Beyond - versatile, flexible, able to anticipate the needs of the company, take the initiative, and willing to go out of your way to assist others

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with the team to design Battery Energy Storage Systems, DC and medium voltage systems including switchgear and distribution systems
• Work with the team to review or perform system studies such as ampacity, load flow, short circuit analysisand loss study
• Work with project team to prepare, schedule, coordinate, andmonitorthe design, analysis, and progress of engineering projects
• Interact with clients to interpret their needs and requirements
• Review manufacturer equipment drawings
• Monitor compliancetoapplicable codes, practices, QA/QC policies, performance standards, and specifications
• Perform quality control and quality checking on project deliverables, including drawings and studies
• Review engineering deliverables andinitiateappropriate correctiveactions
• Direct designers and drafters on drawing requirements
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with BESS Manager, ProjectManagerand multi-disciplineparticipants toprovide assistanceand technical support.
• Support development of standards, optimizations, and processes
• Work with team on changing trends in technology

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)

• Minimum ofBachelorsDegree in Electrical Engineeringor Renewable Engineering
• Master’sDegree in Electrical Engineeringor Renewable Engineering preferred
• 3+years experiencein BESS, renewable energy, distribution, or MV power systems
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification, with ability to obtain PE license in the future
• Experience designing medium and low voltage cabling systems.
• Experience designing with switchgears, switchboards, panelboards,breakerand other protectiondevice.
• Exposure to different battery container systems,EMSand BMS
• Exposure toand experience designing with different Inverter / PCS (power conversion system) equipment. Familiarity with codes and standards including the IEEE, NESC, NEC, NFPA
• Ability to organize, schedule, prioritize, and multi-task in a dynamic environment
• Ability to collaborate within a team environment
• Ability to efficiently communicate and report at all internal and external levels
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Experience with system studies in software such as CYME, ETAP or related software a plus
• Experience with HOMER EnergyToolbase,ESWareor similar modeling software is a plus
• Experience with PV and Wind systems is a plus
• Construction experience a plus
• Experience working with BESS connections to existing Transmission, Distribution, substations and/or Solar and Wind projects and regulations a plus

BENEFITS

RRC is committed to investing in talented employees because we recognize that healthy, happy employees provide the best path to sustaining a successful business. RRC offers competitive salaries and benefits for full-time employees, including:

• Flexible work hours to accommodate work-life balance.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k matching
• Bonus eligibility
• Tuition reimbursement for certain pre-approved education pursuits
• RRSP matching (Canada), 401k matching (US)

RRC thanks you for your interest in joining RRC. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Visit our websitewww.RRCcompanies.com for more information.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

RRC Companies is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and assessment process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources or the recruitment contact listed in this posting.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.