Sr. Manager, Storage Engineering New (Remote) San Diego, CA, USA

Avantus Llc; San Diego (CA); Remote; USD 150,000 - 178,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to revolutionizing the energy sector through innovative clean energy solutions. As a Sr. Manager in Storage Engineering, you'll lead critical projects that impact millions, collaborating with top-tier suppliers and experts. This role emphasizes teamwork, integrity, and accountability, ensuring that every team member contributes to a shared mission of delivering reliable, affordable renewable energy. With a commitment to diversity and a flexible work environment, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact in the fight against climate change while advancing your career in a supportive setting.

Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match

Flexible PTO Vacation Policy

Comprehensive medical and dental plan options

Family Planning Reimbursement

Wellness & Employee Assistance Plan

Equal Paid Parental Leave

Health Savings Plan (HSA)

Flexible Spending Program (FSA)

Commuter Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in utility energy systems including PV and/or storage projects.
• Experienced in utility-scale BESS technical contracting from buyer or seller perspective.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead technical interface to key vendors for battery energy storage systems.
• Collaborate with battery suppliers and EPC Contractors to optimize project performance.

Skills

BESS technical contracting

BESS integration and design

Permitting (NFPA 855, UL certification)

Communication skills

Collaboration and teamwork

Project engineering support

Education

Bachelor of Science in STEM

Master's or Ph.D. in STEM

Job description

Fighting climate change is too big for anyone to do alone. We bring the brightest, most ambitious minds together in one concerted effort to leave the world better than we found it. Ready to join us?

Be a part of positive change.

Whether you’re a seasoned industry veteran, a recent graduate or somewhere in between, if you’re ready to disrupt the energy industry, we want to hear from you. Positions available nationwide, on-site or remote.

United by a common purpose to protect the climate for future generations, the Avantus team is uniquely equipped and motivated to turn things around.

Best-in-Class Team

The people of Avantus make up one of the most talented, diverse and technically capable teams in the industry.

The work we do matters. Our clean energy pipeline will power the lives of 20 million people, day and night.

We have a proud track record of success that is setting new expectations of what clean energy can do.

As our nation’s energy needs continue to grow, Avantus is working to deliver renewable energy solutions that are:

Clean: 100% focused on renewables

Reliable: Available when needed

Affordable: Make economic sense for all

Our vision

The world we’re committed to helping create

A prosperous future powered by affordable clean energy.

OUR MISSION

How we’re bringing our vision to life

To responsibly develop and build clean energy solutions that reliably meet our growing energy demand.

Working at Avantus

What’s it like to work with purpose? To know that every day, you’re making a difference? At Avantus, our culture supports every employee to do the meaningful work of changing the world.

Remote first

We hire the very best, wherever they want to live.

We relentlessly pursue better by investing in our team’s next great ideas.

Diversity centered

Strong teams

We come together throughout the year to align and celebrate.

Growth focused

We are continuously learning by working alongside subject matter experts.

Life balance

We respect the need for flexibility in choosing how work and life fit together.

36% of our leadership positions are held by women

(vs. 20% industry average)

34% of our employees identify as nonwhite

(vs. 26% industry average)

34%

We believe in the power of people.

As a team, we are capable of amazing things. Regardless of our individual roles, these perspectives unite and guide us as we move forward together in pursuit of our shared purpose.

Ownership

Accountability drives excellence.

We own our work, set clear expectations and empower each other to take initiative. As teammates, we rely on and support one another, striving for excellence to achieve our shared goals.

Integrity

Respect and trust propel business forward.

We act responsibly and with integrity, treating colleagues, customers, and communities as true partners. We take pride in creating solutions that benefit everyone.

Teamwork

We are strongest when we work together.

We thrive through collaboration, working as one team to advance our goals and mission. Together, we embrace challenges, solve problems, and celebrate our successes—finding joy in what we build as a team.

Diverse perspectives inspire better solutions.

We bring together people with diverse experiences and perspectives to deliver the best results. By encouraging open dialogue and valuing each other’s input, we uncover new ideas and develop solutions in our relentless pursuit of better.

If you’re interested in working in clean energy, and want to be part of a growing and ambitious team, please submit your cover letter and resume. We are open to hearing from seasoned industry professionals, as well as recent graduates.

Avantus is shaping the future by making reliable, low-cost clean energy a global reality. Our legacy of leadership in next generation solar energy includes developing one of the nation’s largest solar clusters and one of the first projects to beat fossil fuel prices back in 2016. Today, we are expanding the boundaries of existing technologies to build one of the largest portfolios of smart power plants with integrated storage, capable of providing millions of people with affordable, zero-emission energy – day and night. Through our relentless pursuit of better, we are decarbonizing our planet at the gigaton level, and bringing the advantages of clean energy to all of us.

ABOUT THE POSITION

We are seeking a highly motivated and organized candidate for a Sr. Manager, Storage Engineering position. The successful candidate will demonstrate sound industry knowledge, superior communications , and detail-oriented organizational skills. This role reports to the Head of Storage Engineering.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

In this role, you will serve as the lead technical interface to key vendors, tasked to:

Technical stakeholder with key battery, inverter, enclosure/building suppliers to estimate component cost and performance for battery energy storage systems for inclusion in PV+S projects

Collaborate with battery suppliers, BESS EPC Contractors and BESS integrator partners to build investor confidence in new technology or suppliers and push down the Levelized Cost of Storage

Help prepare and review Supplier, EPC or Full Turnkey BESS RFPs and technical requirements

Work with internal team for early and late stages permitting support through site development process for BESS

Write clear and strong contracts for the BESS supplier to deliver on our PPA obligations

Review Integrator technical and EPC Contractor deliverables to ensure technical needs and correct designs are met

Work with EPC Contractors to optimize engineering, procurement and construction strategy, pricing, schedule, design, and value engineering among other tasks for PV+S projects

Collaborate with EPC Contractors to deploy systems with high reliability, safety, and performance

Lead value engineering and collaborate with Avantus solar PV and HV design specialists to co-optimize design of the entire facility BESS, solar PV, and HV components of the project

Work with internal stakeholders in developing schedule, SCADA and controls, and commissioning requirements during procurement stage

Work with project engineering team to support engineering and technical matters in dealing with project external engineering groups such as engineering of records, owners engineering and independent engineering

• Other related tasks as assigned

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICAT IONS

Experienced in utility-scale BESS technical contracting from buyer or seller perspective

Experienced in utility-scale BESS integration, equipment selection, and design

In-depth knowledge of permitting particularly in NFPA 855 and UL certification processes

Experienced in BESS subsystem performance (batteries, inverters, thermal management, etc.)

Experienced PV+S plant engineering design and reviews

5+ years of experience in utility energy systems including PV and/or storage projects

Background in utility operations including dispatch of generators and BESS controls is a plus

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent collaboration and team working ability

Ability to travel up to 25% of the time, including to Asia

Bachelor of Science in STEM, preferably in electrical or mechanical engineering

Preferably Masters or Ph.D. degree in STEM or PE in power system engineering

Avantus offers competitive compensation with an excellent benefits package, including 401(k) matching;comprehensive medical and dental plan options; and flexible PTO. We are an equal-opportunity employer.

The base salary range for this full-time position is listed below (plus bonus and benefits). Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position in California. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus and benefits.

Pay Range

$150,842 - $177,461 USD

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Competitive salary and annual bonus

Flexible, remote-first work environment

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match

Family Planning Reimbursement

Flexible PTO Vacation Policy

Wellness & Employee Assistance Plan

Equal Paid Parental Leave for Mothers & Fathers

Health Savings Plan (HSA)

Flexible Spending Program (FSA)

Commuter Program

Disability & Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

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