Lead Battery Energy Storage Engineer — Utility-Scale

E2 Consulting Engineers, LP; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision and life保险

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

E2 Consulting Engineers, LP is seeking a Senior Engineer to lead the engineering and design of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects in California. You will deliver complete engineering from development through IFC, coordinating with multi-discipline teams.

The role requires strong power systems knowledge, renewables experience, and the ability to manage high-voltage interconnections and grid compliance, while mentoring junior engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
• 7-12+ years of experience in power systems, renewables, or energy storage.
• Experience on utility-scale BESS or solar + storage projects.
• Strong knowledge of medium- and high-voltage systems and IBRs.
• Familiar with power system study tools ETAP/PSCAD/SKM/PSLF.
• PE license or ability to obtain is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the engineering and design of utility-scale BESS projects (10 MW to 500+ MW).
• Develop and review key design deliverables (one-line diagrams, AC/DC layouts, equipment specs).
• Define system architecture (DC-coupled vs. AC-coupled).
• Support interconnection processes and utility coordination.
• Coordinate with civil, structural, and transmission teams for site layout and foundations.
• Prepare engineering packages and technical reports for procurement and construction.

Skills

Power systems

Renewables

Leadership

Interdisciplinary coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

PE license or eligible

Tools

ETAP

PSCAD

SKM

PSLF

Job description

E2 Consulting Engineers, LP is seeking a Senior Engineer to lead the engineering and design of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects in California. You will deliver complete engineering from development through IFC, coordinating with multi-discipline teams.

The role requires strong power systems knowledge, renewables experience, and the ability to manage high-voltage interconnections and grid compliance, while mentoring junior engineers.