Senior Project Engineer - BESS

Fruition Group

Nevada (IA)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading renewable energy company is seeking a Senior Project Engineer for utility-scale battery energy storage projects in Nevada. The role demands a deep electrical engineering background with over 7 years of experience, specializing in battery energy storage systems. Responsibilities include leading project design and ensuring regulatory compliance. This full-time role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for travel across project sites.

Qualifications

7+ years of engineering experience.
5+ years in battery energy storage systems or high-voltage power projects.
Ability to manage design teams effectively.

Responsibilities

Lead design for complex utility-scale BESS projects.
Coordinate across various project teams.
Mentor junior engineers and ensure compliance.

Skills

Leadership

High-voltage systems knowledge

Electrical engineering design

Grid interconnection

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SCADA

BMS

Inverters

Job description

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Senior Project Engineer – Battery Energy Storage

Employment Type: Full-Time

My client, a leading renewable energy company specializing in the development, construction, and operation of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), is seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Engineer to join their EPC team in Nevada. The successful candidate will have a deep electrical engineering background, a proven track record in the design and execution of large-scale energy storage projects, and the leadership skills to guide multidisciplinary teams from concept through commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

Lead conceptual and detailed design for complex utility-scale BESS projects, including system architecture, equipment selection, and grid interconnection strategy.
Act as the technical authority during all project phases, ensuring engineering excellence and compliance with NV Energy and Nevada regulatory requirements.
Oversee and mentor junior engineers, promoting knowledge sharing and technical development.
Coordinate across development, procurement, construction, and commissioning teams to maintain alignment on design, cost, and schedule.
Review and approve detailed electrical engineering design packages and contractor submittals.
Interface with utilities, permitting authorities, and AHJs to secure approvals and manage interconnection.
Support field teams during construction with QA/QC oversight, RFI responses, and technical issue resolution.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering (Master’s preferred).
7+ years of engineering experience, with 5+ years in BESS, utility-scale solar + storage, or high-voltage power projects.
Demonstrated leadership in managing engineering design teams.
Strong knowledge of high-voltage systems, inverters, BMS, SCADA, and grid interconnection.
NV Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain.
Willingness to travel to project sites across Nevada and neighboring states.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with NV Energy interconnection processes.
Track record delivering projects over 100 MWh in capacity.
Familiarity with NFPA 855, UL 9540/9540A, and other energy storage safety standards.

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