Sr. Renewables HV Project Engineer, Energy Storage - REMOTE

ThinkBAC Consulting; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking renewable energy venture as a Senior Renewables High Voltage Project Engineer, where you will lead the charge in developing utility-scale energy storage projects. This innovative firm is expanding rapidly, having already amassed over 9GW of projects. You will be at the forefront of the energy transition, driving technical deliverables, managing contractors, and ensuring seamless project execution. With a competitive salary, flexible work hours, and a commitment to employee well-being, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the renewable energy sector. If you are passionate about sustainability and ready to tackle next-generation challenges, this position is for you.

Benefits

Open PTO policy

Flexible work hours

Health benefits

Transparent Executive Leadership Team

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years in utility-scale renewable energy with IPPs.
• Experience in project engineering and development in renewables.

Responsibilities

• Drive technical deliverables for full-life cycle projects.
• Manage 3rd party EPC contractors and troubleshoot issues.

Skills

High Voltage Project Engineering

Project Engineering

Utility-scale Renewable Energy

Construction Management

Procurement/Contracting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in relevant field

Tools

Project Management Software

Engineering Design Tools

Job description

This is a remote position.

Senior Renewables High Voltage Project Engineer, Energy Storage
Locations: FULLY REMOTE (Anywhere in the USA)

This is an opportunity to join an industry-leading renewable energy venture and IPP with strong private equity backing that is focused on the development/execution of dynamic utility-scale energy storage projects. They are at the forefront of the industry, have accumulated over 9GW+ of projects in a relatively short period of time, and are currently in an accelerated expansion phase.

The company is looking to make some key additions to their EPC (Engineering, Procurement, & Construction) Team tasked with taking projects through the full EPC lifecycle at an organization taking on next generation challenges in the battery storage space. A fast-paced work culture built for growth. MUST have High Voltage Project Engineering experience.

They are committed to creating more renewable infrastructure solutions for the grid and are offering comprehensive compensation packages to their employees leading the drive to meet company goals. Other perks include a competitive base salary, open PTO policy, flex work hours, health benefits, and the opportunity to work with a transparent Executive Leadership Team.

JOB SUMMARY:

Senior Energy Storage Project Engineer / Renewables Project Development Engineer - Utility Scale Renewables

• Acts as an EPC High Voltage Project Leader driving technical deliverables for full-life cycle projects (design, engineering, construction, and commissioning).
• Plays a big role in 3rd party EPC contractor management and supplier/vendor management to ensure project execution by troubleshooting real-time issues.
• Reviews and helps further define the transmission interconnection agreement process by leveraging the internal Transmission & Interconnection Team and coordinating with utility companies to ensure streamlined project integration.
• Leads site walk-downs and project-related travel to support construction as well as commissioning efforts.
• Supports the RFP / RQ/ RFI (request for proposal) creation process on major utility-scale renewables projects (solar, battery storage, solar + storage, energy storage, etc.).
• Accountable for performance requirements to deliver maximum potential EPC project value while minimizing execution and operating risks.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5-10+ years of utility-scale renewable energy experience working with IPPs / Developers / Owners.
• MUST HAVE RECENT EXPERIENCE with project engineering / project development engineering initiatives such as site-layout/optimization, one line (1-line) / three line (3-line) design, transmission interconnection requirements, procurement/contracting, and engineering construction management specifically in the utility-scale renewables industry.
• Experience with full-lifecycle EPC development phases of utility scale renewable energy projects including engineering design, construction, and feasibility studies with a HUGE emphasis on the RFP/ RFI / RFQ and Construction/Commissioning processes.
• Working knowledge of technical and commercial elements of the major equipment / technology supply, engineering, and pre-construction processes, specifically around battery performance specifications, and warranty negotiation + management.
• Current or previous experience in Mid-Senior level roles such as: Renewables Project Engineer, Sr. Electrical Engineer, Project Manager (E&C), Electrical Project Engineer, or Project Development Engineer for large utility-scale renewable energy projects with a focus on solar, energy storage, and battery storage projects.