BESS Engineer I

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Arizona, +3 more states.

📋 Description

• Evaluate the design and engineering aspects of utility-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS), ensuring adherence to contracts, utility requirements, and AHJ regulations under supervision.

• Act as a technical contributor across electrical, civil, structural, SCADA, and HV engineering disciplines for various projects.

• Collaborate with Engineers of Record and third-party engineering partners to guarantee clarity of scope and timely completion.

• Coordinate efforts with fire protection engineers and local fire departments/AHJ’s.

• Assist procurement by providing technical specifications, drawings, and documentation for BESS components.

• Offer technical oversight during procurement processes, including vendor recommendations and drawing evaluations under supervision.

• Work together with internal teams, vendors, and contractors to design, procure, install, and commission BESS systems.

• Engage in system modeling, simulation, and analysis to enhance performance, efficiency, and reliability.

• Provide engineering support throughout construction, including resolving field issues, design clarifications, and minor redesigns.

• Offer engineering assistance for testing, validation, commissioning, energization, and initial synchronization.

• Keep abreast of industry trends, standards, and regulatory requirements.

• Contribute to business development through proposals, presentations, and technical consultations.

• Represent SOLV Engineering in meetings with customers and clients.

• Participate in regular team meetings and calls.

• Travel as necessary to support project execution.

• Complete additional responsibilities as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.

• Over 1 year of electrical engineering experience focusing on BESS, renewables, or power systems.

• Knowledge of the design, integration, and optimization of battery energy storage systems, including lithium-ion batteries, inverters, BMS (Battery Management Systems), and grid interconnection equipment.

• Familiarity with BESS control strategies, algorithms, and optimization software.

• Working knowledge of relevant codes and standards (NEC, IEEE, IBC, ASCE, NESC, NFPA, utility standards).

• Understanding of fire protection regulations (UL9540, UL9540A, NFPA855).

• Knowledge of communication protocols utilized in SCADA and Energy Management Systems (IEC 61850).

• Proficient in EPC engineering workflows, including design deliverables, submittals, document control, and coordination with engineering partners.

• Experience in supporting solar, BESS, power, or civil/site projects, including familiarity with pre-construction and execution phases.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and resources.

• Capable of managing multiple priorities, adapting to dynamic project requirements, and delivering high-quality results under tight deadlines.

• Proficient in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Bluebeam, with the ability to maintain trackers, logs, schedules, and reports.

• A commitment to safety, quality, and sustainability.

• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future.

🏝️ Benefits

• Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life, and disability insurance.

• Employees can enroll in our company’s 401(k) plan and receive vacation, sick, and holiday pay.