Senior Remote BESS Engineer — Grid Storage & Systems

SOLV Energy, Inc.; Vermont; Remote; USD 80,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Vacation pay

Sick pay

Holiday pay

Job summary

SOLV Energy, Inc. is seeking a BESS Engineer I to support design, development, and implementation of battery energy storage projects. You will apply strong power systems knowledge and work across electrical, civil, SCADA, and HV scopes.

The role is fully remote with interview-discussion on location expectations. You will assist with modeling, testing, commissioning, and documentation while staying current on industry standards and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 1+ years of electrical engineering experience with focus on BESS, renewables, or power systems.
• Knowledge of design, integration, and optimization of battery energy storage systems; including lithium-ion batteries, inverters, BMS, and grid interconnection equipment.
• Familiarity with BESS control strategies, algorithms, and optimization software.
• Working knowledge of applicable codes and standards (NEC, IEEE, IBC, ASCE, NESC, NFPA, utility standards).
• Understanding of fire protection requirements (UL9540, UL9540A, NFPA855).
• Understanding of communication protocols used in SCADA and Energy Management Systems (IEC 61850).
• Working knowledge of EPC engineering workflows, including design deliverables, submittals, document control, and coordination with engineering partners
• Experience supporting solar, BESS, power, or civil/site projects, including exposure to pre-construction and execution phases
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and resources.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to dynamic project requirements, and deliver high-quality results under tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, with ability to maintain trackers, logs, schedules, and reports
• Commitment to safety, quality, and sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Review the design and engineering of utility scale BESS, ensuring compliance with contracts and AHJ requirements under supervision.
• Serve as a technical contributor across electrical, civil, structural, SCADA, and HV engineering scopes across multiple projects.
• Coordinate with Engineers of Record and third-party partners to ensure scope clarity and timely delivery.
• Coordinate with fire protection engineers and local fire departments/AHJ’s.
• Support procurement with technical specifications, drawings, and documentation for BESS components.
• Provide technical oversight during procurement including vendor recommendations and drawing reviews under supervision.
• Collaborate with internal teams, vendors, and contractors to design, procure, install, and commission BESS systems.
• Participate in system modeling, simulation, and analysis to optimize performance, efficiency, and reliability.
• Provide engineering support during construction, including field issue resolution and design clarifications.
• Provide engineering support for testing, validation, commissioning, energization, and initial synchronization.
• Stay current with industry trends, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Support business development through proposals, presentations, and technical consultations.
• Represent SOLV Engineering in customer and client meetings.
• Participate in regular team meetings/calls.
• Travel as required to support project execution.
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Power systems knowledge

BESS design experience

Communication skills

Project coordination

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

SCADA IEC 61850 familiarity

Job description

SOLV Energy, Inc. is seeking a BESS Engineer I to support design, development, and implementation of battery energy storage projects. You will apply strong power systems knowledge and work across electrical, civil, SCADA, and HV scopes.

The role is fully remote with interview-discussion on location expectations. You will assist with modeling, testing, commissioning, and documentation while staying current on industry standards and safety requirements.