Manager Project Engineering (Battery Energy Storage)

Tenaska; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacations and holidays

Job summary

Tenaska, a leading energy company based in Omaha, NE, seeks a Manager Project Engineering (Battery Energy Storage) to lead technical support for development, design and construction of large-scale BESS projects, with potential work on solar and wind.

The role oversees site assessments, conceptual engineering, cost estimates, permitting, scheduling, and supplier bid processes; you will collaborate with management, sales, development, environment and real estate teams, and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Minimum five years in power sector or project engineering roles.
• Experience with battery, solar, or wind power projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with analytical mindset.
• Proactive in solving challenging problems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee engineering design of battery energy storage projects, including facility configuration and electrical systems.
• Identify project sites and assess technical feasibility.
• Support technical and commercial evaluation of battery energy storage technologies.
• Define scope and schedule of development tasks; oversee external consultants.
• Prepare technical risk assessments and cost estimates (CAPEX/O&M).
• Provide engineering support for procurement and construction.

Skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Proactive problem solving

Team player

Strong work ethic

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

GIS

Job description

Manager Project Engineering (Battery Energy Storage)

Job Category: Corporate

Requisition Number: MANAG001931

• Posted : August 26, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Omaha, NE 68154, USA

Description

Title and compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate’s qualifications, experience, and overall fit for the role. We are committed to aligning the position level and compensation package with the scope of responsibilities and the experience the successful candidate brings to the organization.

Tenaska is one of the largest privately held companies in the United States, an organization that’s adept in natural gas and power marketing, power management, development and acquisition of generation assets, operation of power plants and more.

Job Summary:

The successful candidate will be responsible for performing and/or overseeing technical support for development, design, and construction of multiple large scale battery energy storage system (“BESS”) projects. Future assignments may include other power generation technologies, such as solar, wind, and natural gas.

The technical support functions include: site assessments, configurational analysis, conceptual engineering design, permitting support, technology evaluations, performance estimation, capital and operating cost estimates, preparation of project schedules, supporting bid processes for equipment supply, and technical support of project construction.

The candidate will be a key member of interdisciplinary business teams. As such, the candidate will work closely with various functions, including: management, sales, development, community relations, environmental, and real estate, as well as project stakeholders, consultants, and counterparties. Some domestic travel will be required to project sites, conferences and counterparty offices.

Essential Job Functions:

• Oversee engineering design of battery energy storage projects, including: facility configuration, general arrangement / layout, civil grading, geotechnical investigation, electrical collection system, substation and transmission.
• Identify project sites and assess technical feasibility.
• Support technical and commercial evaluation of battery energy storage technologies.
• Define the scope and schedule of development engineering tasks; oversee external consultants performing the work.
• Prepare technical risk assessments of development projects.
• Develop plant capital cost estimates and O&M cost estimates for various project configurational options (capacities, technologies, arrangements, etc.).
• Provide technical support for commercial proposals and negotiations.
• Maintain an organized and clearly documented set of project-specific technical deliverables.
• Identify and recommend innovative solutions to maximize performance, minimize cost, and/or optimize schedule for projects.
• Support procurement of major equipment and construction services.
• Provide engineering support for projects under construction.
• Dependable, reliable and predictable attendance is required.
• Travel to project sites and counterparty offices will be required.

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
• A minimum of five years in power sector and/or project engineering roles.
• Knowledge / experience with battery, solar, and/or wind power projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-orientation and an analytical mindset.
• Proactive approach toward seeking out and solving challenging problems.
• Strong work ethic, organized, disciplined, team attitude.
• Outstanding ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasked environment.
• Ability to work well with a team, as well as being an expert individual performer.
• Prioritize safety in all personal and professional situations.

Preferred Requirements:

• Ideally 10-15 years in power sector project engineering or project management experience.
• Experience preparing project schedules; familiarity with Microsoft Project.
• Prior experience coordinating site development and permitting.
• Familiar with rules, regulations and standards that impact the power industry.
• Familiarity with various battery chemistries, battery integrators and battery OEMs.
• Experience with battery storage project development design and installation.
• Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, motivational and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to interact and work with multi-functional interdisciplinary teams.

Employee Benefits:

At Tenaska we care about the wellbeing of our employees and their families. That’s why we offer our employees a comprehensive benefit package. Benefits included below:

• Health, dental, vison, disability, and life insurance
• Incentive-based, competitive salary packages
• Health/dependent care flex accounts
• Tuition assistance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Employee assistance program
• Paid vacations and holidays
• Generous sick leave
• Charitable giving program
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Wellness programs

TENASKA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Equal Opportunity Employer

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