Project Engineer - Thermal Management

Westinghouse; United States; Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid vacations

Job summary

Westinghouse is seeking a Project Engineer – Thermal Management for Utility Scale Energy Storage. The role covers design through commissioning on a 1-year contract, with remote or Juno Beach, FL work options. You will support BESS projects as a technical resource across teams, driving improvements and standards.

You will report to the onsite manager and help maximize BESS performance while ensuring safety and compliance with relevant UL/NEC standards.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related field from an ABET-accredited program.
• 5+ years of engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate design aspects of major components for utility-scale energy storage projects.
• Prepare technical scopes of work for thermal management studies and designs for contract documents.
• Support projects from conception through commissioning, including on-site commissioning activities.
• Provide engineering guidance to project teams and oversee external Engineers of Record.
• Collaborate with suppliers on equipment sizing, controls, technology compatibility, and integration.
• Partner with multi-disciplined teams on problem solving, system integration, and process improvement.
• Identify value engineering opportunities and track emerging technologies.

Skills

Thermal management

Energy storage systems

HVAC systems

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Tools

VRF HVAC

Hydronic HVAC

Air-side HVAC

Job description

About the role:

We're looking for a Project Engineer – Thermal Management, Utility Scale Energy Storage on behalf of our client. This is a 1-year contract assignment.(W-2) The Utility Scale Energy Storage team is looking for a Project Engineer specializing in Thermal Management for Lithium-Ion Battery Systems. You will support BESS projects from design through commissioning, collaborating across the organization to provide the best energy storage solutions.

You will report to the onsite manager.

You will define scope, provide engineering oversight, and serve as a technical resource for teams — with a customer-service mindset for both internal and external stakeholders. You are a who can identify lessons learned, implement process improvements, and develop tools and standards that maximize BESS performance.

Location: Remote or Juno Beach, FL

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate design aspects of major components for utility-scale energy storage projects
• Prepare technical scopes of work for thermal management studies and designs for incorporation into contract documents.
• Support projects from conception through commissioning, including on-site commissioning activities.
• Provide engineering guidance to project teams and oversee external Engineers of Record
• Collaborate with suppliers on equipment sizing, controls, technology compatibility, and integration.
• Partner with multi-disciplined teams on problem solving, system integration, and process improvement.
• Identify value engineering opportunities and track emerging technologies.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related field from an ABET-accredited program
• 5+ years of engineering experience

Helpful experience

• Subject matter expertise in thermal management for energy storage systems, including one or more of: hydronic HVAC, air-cooled HVAC, battery heat generation/dissipation, or BESS design
• Hands-on experience with VRF, hydronic, and air-side HVAC systems.
• Knowledge of energy storage technologies, including battery chemistries, power
• conversion units, and DC/DC converters.
• Familiarity with relevant safety standards: UL1973, UL9540, UL9540A, NFPA 855, NFPA 70E, NEC, and applicable IFC/IBC sections.

Our Safety Pledge to You:

If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then this is the position for you! For us, our guiding principle has always been and will continue to be the safety of our people. It's that simple!

• Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

We are committed to transparency and equity in all our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $55.00/hr to $60.00/hr.

Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities