Renewable Energy Engineer

DNV; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Medical and Dental coverage

Vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Education reimbursement

Hybrid work schedule

Volunteer time off

Job summary

DNV in Austin, TX seeks an Energy Engineer to support design, integration, commissioning, and optimization of utility-scale energy projects, with emphasis on solar PV, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), PPC, SCADA, and grid compliance.

The role collaborates with project managers, utilities, EPCs, and equipment vendors to ensure reliable integration between plant assets and utility operators, producing technical documentation and leading field testing.

Qualifications

• BS in Energy Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.
• 2+ years of experience in renewable energy, power systems, or utility-scale projects.
• Experience with solar, BESS, or hybrid energy projects.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to prioritize effectively and manage multiple competing tasks.
• Willingness to travel to project sites for testing and commissioning activities.

Responsibilities

• Drive engineering and commissioning activities for solar, and BESS, and hybrid energy facilities.
• Execute the integration of SCADA and PPC systems.
• Analyze interconnection requirements and grid compliance standards.
• Review and validate electrical studies including load flow and short circuit analyses.
• Coordinate communications between inverters, meters, relays, and plant control systems.
• Execute and oversee testing and commissioning activities per project requirements.
• Develop technical documentation, FAT/SAT procedures, reports, and client deliverables.
• Troubleshoot operational issues involving controls and telemetry.

Skills

Problem-solving

Troubleshooting

English communication

Education

BS in Energy Engineering or Electrical Engineering

Tools

SCADA systems

Power Plant Controllers (PPC)

Modbus TCP/IP

DNP3

OPC UA

IEC 61850

Job description

About Us

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.

About Us

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.

About The Role

We are seeking an Energy Engineer to support the design, integration, commissioning, and optimization of utility-scale energy generation and storage projects. This role focuses on renewable energy PV plants, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Power Plant Controllers (PPC), SCADA systems, and grid compliance requirements.

The successful candidate will work closely with project managers, control engineers, utilities, EPC contractors, and equipment vendors to ensure reliable integration between plant assets and utility operators.

What You'll Do

• Drive engineering and commissioning activities for solar, and BESS, and hybrid energy facilities.
• Execute the integration of SCADA and Power Plant Controller (PPC) systems.
• Analyze utility interconnection requirements and grid compliance standards.
• Review and validate electrical studies including load flow, short circuit, and reactive power analyses.
• Coordinate communications between inverters, meters, relays, and plant control systems.
• Execute and oversee testing and commissioning activities in accordance with project requirements.
• Develop technical documentation, FAT/SAT procedures, engineering reports, and client deliverables.
• Troubleshoot operational issues involving controls, telemetry, and plant performance.
• Participate in field commissioning and utility witness testing.

What we offer

• Generous paid time off (vacation, sick days, company holidays, personal days)
• Multiple Medical and Dental benefit plans to choose from, Vision benefits
• Spending accounts - FSA, Dependent Care, Commuter Benefits, company-seeded HSA
• Employer-paid, therapist-led, virtual care services
• 401(k) with company match
• Company provided life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability benefits
• Education reimbursement program
• Flexible work schedule with hybrid opportunities
• Charitable Matched Giving and Volunteer Rewards through our Impact Program
• Volunteer time off (VTO) paid by the company
• Career advancement opportunities
• Benefits vary based on position, tenure, location, and employee election**

DNV is a proud equal-opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

DNV is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. US applicants with a physical or mental disability who require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the North America Recruitment Department ([e-mail]). Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

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About You

What is Required

• BS in Energy Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.
• 2+ years of experience in renewable energy, power systems, or utility-scale projects.
• Experience with solar, BESS, or hybrid energy projects.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to prioritize effectively and manage multiple competing tasks.
• Resilient with the ability to navigate technical challenges and changing project conditions.
• Willingness to travel to project sites for testing and commissioning activities.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills
• We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening

Preferred Technical Skills

• Experience with SCADA systems and Power Plant Controllers (PPC).
• Knowledge of grid codes and utility interconnection requirements.
• Familiarity with Modbus TCP/IP, DNP3, OPC UA, and IEC 61850.
• Experience with testing and commissioning of renewable energy systems.

*Immigration-related employment benefits, for example visa sponsorship, are not available for this position*