Senior Energy Storage Controls Engineer

Energy Vault; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in renewable energy development seeks an Energy Storage Controls Engineer to support their growing energy storage business. The ideal candidate will manage control systems for energy storage projects, ensuring effective operations while collaborating with internal teams and vendors. Applicants should have strong technical backgrounds, direct experience with energy storage systems, and a passion for renewable energy innovation.

Benefits

Merit-based salary increases

401(k) plan and matching

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Paid parental leave

Qualifications

• 7 or more years of experience in renewable energy industry.
• Direct experience with energy storage operating systems.
• Ability to travel up to 20%.

Responsibilities

• Manage existing projects and vendor evaluations.
• Advance and optimize energy storage control systems.
• Document existing system architecture and updates.

Skills

Technical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About Longroad Energy

Longroad Energy is a Boston, MA headquartered renewable energy developer focused on the development, ownership, and operation/asset management of wind and solar energy projects throughout North America. Founded in 2016, Longroad owns 3.5 GW of wind and solar projects across the United States in addition to operating and managing a total of 5.5 GW of wind and solar projects on behalf of Longroad and third parties. Our vision is to create lasting value for our shareholders, communities, and employees by responsibly developing, owning and operating renewable energy projects. We have assembled a world-class team with a passion for renewable energy innovation and a commitment to developing renewable projects throughout the US.

Job Purpose

This position is intended to be a critical part of Longroad’s rapidly growing energy storage business and will be in the center of technical activities for Longroad’s energy storage business. The ideal candidate will possess an engineering background and have knowledge of energy storage technical and controls systems. Specifically, the candidate will have knowledge of and operating experience in energy storage operating systems such as Powin’s Stack OS system or other major integrators. Experience at a battery OEM, inverter OEM, energy storage integrator, renewable developer or EPC/consultant is preferred for this position. Above all, the candidate must be detail oriented, conscientious and technically proficient.

Responsibilities

The ideal candidate will be effective at working cross-functionally within Longroad as well as with outside vendors and stakeholders.

• As an Energy Storage Controls Engineer, you will contribute to the technical success of Longroad’s ongoing management of existing projects as well as evaluation of vendors for future projects.
• Working closely with cross-functional teams, clients, and vendors, you will ensure the effective operation of existing facilities through management of the energy storage control system. This includes:
  • Control system advancement and optimization
  • Ongoing troubleshooting, bug fixes and patch creation
  • Creation and testing of new controls functionality
  • Code base management and version control
  • Management of field testing and update implementation
  • Documentation of existing system architecture and management of documentation updates
• Collaborate with clients, vendors, and internal teams to gather and validate equipment specifications
• Develop BOMs and schematics for control systems and networking
• Participate in the design of network architecture for new energy storage systems
• Translate project control requirements into specifications for system configurations
• Answer technical RFIs and provide detailed, timely responses to project stakeholders

Minimum Requirements

• Direct experience with energy storage operating systems
• 7 or more years of experience in the renewable energy industry (solar, wind, energy storage, etc.) or similar industry with demonstrated experience with energy storage systems.
• Candidates must have strong technical skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to travel up to 20%
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer science, controls engineering, or similar degree
• Proficient in MS Office software

Preferred Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in the energy storage, microgrid and/or PV industry in an engineering or operational role at an energy storage manufacturer or within the energy storage supply chain, at an EPC or consultancy specializing in energy storage or with a project developer involved in designing and deploying standalone or paired energy storage systems.
• Experience in grid forming storage applications
• Highly knowledgeable in energey storage control applications and architectures
• Specific experience in energy storage system project design, sizing and/or construction.

Characteristics Necessary for Success

· Strong technical skills

· Highly organized and detail oriented

· Ability to communicate and translate technical information to others

· Ability to build and maintain relationships with interconnecting utilities, vendors and technical consultants

· Personal accountability and integrity

· Ability to work within a team with a positive attitude

· Enthusiastic about the renewable energy industry

Other

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. The Company does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Benefits of Working at Longroad Energy We are dedicated to providing our employees with the support and resources they need to stay healthy, secure their future, and be successful in their careers. Benefits at Longroad include the opportunity for merit-based salary increases, incentive plan participation, eligibility for our 401(k) plan and matching, and comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Our robust time-off policy includes accrual of 18 vacation days in your first year, paid holidays, and paid volunteer time. We offer paid parental leave to help support employees as they transition into parenthood. Learn more about our employee benefits.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Diversity, equity, and inclusion matter - at Longroad, in our industry, in our communities, and in society at large. We embrace our responsibility to build and promote a diverse, equitable, and inclusive working experience and drive change where we live and operate. We work to actively promote and celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion. We foster a supportive space that empowers everyone at Longroad to learn about, discuss and ask questions related to embracing and honoring identity. We collaborate with our community, colleagues, and industry in the ongoing pursuit of evolving and growing an inclusive and diverse environment. Learn more about our DEI commitment.

Longroad Energy Values At Longroad, we SHINE. We aim to be the most trusted renewable energy company on the long road to a green future. We are an experienced team of problem solvers and promise-keepers who develop sustainable solutions that meet today’s challenges and make a lasting impact on people and our planet. Learn more about our SHINE values.

Longroad Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EOE”). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other legally protected status. Longroad Energy prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities and will reasonably accommodate applicants with a disability, upon request, and will also ensure reasonable accommodations are made for disabled employees. Longroad Energy is firmly committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities in all employment practices and personnel actions, including advertising, recruitment, testing, screening, hiring, selection for training, upgrading, transfer, demotion, layoff, discipline, termination, rates of pay, and other forms of compensation.