Energy Storage Project Engineer

Progressive / SThree Group; Juno Beach (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Progressive / SThree Group is seeking a Solar/PV Engineer to support the design phase and engineer major components for large-scale energy storage projects in Florida. You will identify inconsistencies in engineering drawings, implement corrective actions to improve design efficiency, and detect and resolve errors in studies while recommending future improvements.

You will also develop technical scopes of work for engineering contracts and collaborate with project managers through initiation to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Engineering (preferably Electrical; Solar/Battery experience is a plus).
• 3+ years of experience in Solar/PV engineering and/or construction.
• Strong knowledge in at least one: Battery storage design; Power electronics; Substation design; Generation tie design.
• Familiarity with energy storage systems including battery chemistries and power conversion equipment.
• Understanding of lithium-ion battery safety standards (UL1973, UL9540, UL9540A, NFPA, NEC, etc.).
• Ability to independently manage technical deliverables and problem-solve complex engineering issues.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written).

Responsibilities

• Support design phase and engineer major components for large-scale energy storage projects.
• Identify inconsistencies in engineering drawings and implement corrective actions to improve design efficiency.
• Detect and resolve errors in engineering studies and recommend future improvements.
• Develop technical scopes of work for engineering and equipment contracts.
• Collaborate with project managers to support projects from initiation through completion.
• Influence and guide cross-functional project teams on engineering-related decisions.
• Track project progress, manage milestones, and proactively identify risks.
• Coordinate with suppliers to integrate major equipment into projects.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams to solve technical challenges and optimize system integration.
• Review equipment specifications, ensure clarity in procurement, and propose technical solutions.
• Support permitting efforts by understanding requirements and proposing compliant design improvements.
• Travel up to 25% for project-related activities.

Skills

Solar/PV engineering

Battery storage design

Power electronics

Substation design

Generation tie design

Battery safety standards

Communication skills

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

PMP

Blue Beam

AutoCAD

Job description

Duties:

Support design phase and engineer major components for large-scale energy storage projects

Identify inconsistencies in engineering drawings and implement corrective actions to improve design efficiency

Detect and resolve errors in engineering studies and recommend future improvements

Develop technical scopes of work for engineering and equipment contracts

Collaborate with project managers to support projects from initiation through completion

Influence and guide cross-functional project teams on engineering-related decisions

Track project progress, manage milestones, and proactively identify risks

Coordinate with suppliers to integrate major equipment into projects

Work with multidisciplinary teams to solve technical challenges and optimize system integration

Review equipment specifications, ensure clarity in procurement, and propose technical solutions

Support permitting efforts by understanding requirements and proposing compliant design improvements

Travel up to 25% for project-related activities

Requirements:

Bachelor's in Engineering (Preferably Electrical, has hired Mech or Civ with Solar/Battery experience)

3+ years of experience in Solar/PV engineering and/or construction

Strong knowledge in at least one of the following:

Battery storage system design

Power electronics

Substation design

Generation tie design

Familiarity with energy storage systems including battery chemistries and power conversion equipment

Understanding of lithium-ion battery safety standards (UL1973, UL9540, UL9540A, NFPA, NEC, etc.)

Ability to independently manage technical deliverables and problem-solve complex engineering issues

Strong communication skills (verbal and written)

Nice to Haves:

Familiarity with IEC standards (61215, 61646, 61730)

Experience across both solar and energy storage project integration

Prior experience working in utility-scale renewable energy projects

Strong coordination experience with cross-functional and vendor teams

PMP, Blue Beam or AutoCAD would all be a plus.

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