Renewables Electrical Commissioning Manager - REMOTE

ThinkBAC Consulting; Atlanta (GA); Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm in the renewable energy sector is seeking a Commissioning Engineer to oversee the commissioning and planning of utility-scale battery storage assets. This role involves developing site-based commissioning plans and collaborating with various teams to ensure successful project execution. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and have a strong background in high voltage systems and commissioning processes. Join a transparent leadership team and contribute to impactful projects in a rapidly growing industry, where your expertise will help shape the future of energy solutions.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Comprehensive compensation packages

Open PTO policy

Flex work hours

Health benefits

Transparent Executive Leadership Team

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or similar with High Voltage Systems experience.
• Proven success in commissioning engineering roles for high voltage systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning engineering for utility-scale battery storage assets nationwide.
• Develop site-based commissioning plans and work cross-functionally on projects.

Skills

High Voltage Systems

Commissioning Engineering

SCADA

EMS

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Power Engineering

Tools

Plant Control Systems

NETA Compliance

ISO/RTO Requirements

Job description

Employer Industry: Renewable Energy

Why Consider this Job Opportunity:

1. Competitive base salary
2. Comprehensive compensation packages
3. Open PTO policy
4. Flex work hours
5. Health benefits
6. Opportunity to work with a transparent Executive Leadership Team

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):

1. Take over the commissioning engineering and planning functions for the company's utility-scale battery storage assets across ISO/RTOs nationwide
2. Develop and implement site-based commissioning plans for standalone utility-scale battery storage assets in a growing operational portfolio
3. Work cross-functionally with transmission interconnection, asset management, and EPC teams as an SME on all things related to the project commissioning life-cycle
4. Be a thought leader in the area of SCADA, EMS, and control system hardware/software scoping, technology selection, integration, and testing for high voltage renewable energy or utility systems
5. Advise Asset Management on post-commissioning issues as projects integrate into the operational portfolio

What is Required (Qualifications):

1. Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, or similar discipline with High Voltage Systems experience
2. Proven track record of success in multi-faceted commissioning engineering roles focused on high voltage transmission interconnection systems, substations, and switchyards
3. Intimate understanding of the high voltage components and compliance procedures involved in the commissioning process (NETA, ISO/RTO requirements, Plant Control Systems, SCADA, EMS, etc.)
4. Experience leading commissioning engineering initiatives across various energy platforms (T&D, renewables, solar, wind, BESS, energy storage, natural gas, O&G, Hydro, etc.)
5. A commercial understanding of PPA structures and how they relate to the commissioning process is a PLUS

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):

1. 0-2 years of experience as a Commissioning Manager, Manager of Commissioning, High Voltage Commissioning Engineering Supervisor, HV Commissioning Specialist, Lead High Voltage Commissioning Engineer, BESS Commissioning Engineer, or similar role for renewable, utility, or clean energy companies

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