BESS Commissioning Manager

Job Title:

BESS Commissioning Manager

Job Description

The BESS Commissioning Manager leads commissioning and analytics activities for utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems and solar-coupled power plants. This role focuses on plant testing, performance verification, GIA and PPA testing, and system startup, while serving as the owner's representative to ensure compliance, safety, and successful integration of the energy storage system. The position manages and reports on commissioning and performance testing performed by contractors and vendors, and provides remote support through SCADA monitoring for projects across the United States.

Responsibilities

+ Act as the owner's representative for Battery Energy Storage System and solar-coupled power projects, overseeing compliance, safety, startup, commissioning, and testing activities.

+ Conduct comprehensive plant testing and performance testing, including GIA and PPA testing, to validate system operation and contractual performance requirements.

+ Lead and coordinate the commissioning process for energy storage systems, ensuring all procedures and documentation are properly developed, implemented, and followed.

+ Manage and report on commissioning and performance testing work performed by contractors and vendors at project sites, ensuring quality and adherence to project specifications.

+ Participate actively in safety programs and audits, promoting a strong safety culture throughout all testing and commissioning activities.

+ Support PPA testing with the customer, ensuring accurate execution and documentation of performance obligations.

+ Support GIA testing with the transmission owner, coordinating technical requirements and test procedures.

+ Support ISO testing activities to ensure the energy storage system meets grid operator standards and integration requirements.

+ Manage test energy forecasts in collaboration with the customer, aligning testing plans with energy delivery and market participation requirements.

+ Support the ICCP IT SCADA team and SCADA project manager/lead with functional checks, ensuring reliable data exchange and system visibility.

+ Work with the SCADA integrator and Execution Commissioning Project Manager to develop a detailed commissioning schedule based on mechanical completion milestones.

+ Collaborate with the SCADA integrator and Commissioning Manager to execute site acceptance testing, verifying system functionality and readiness for operation.

+ Support CEWIS critical point checkout, including alarm checks and PGD verification, to ensure proper monitoring and protection settings.

+ Perform OEM testing in coordination with equipment manufacturers to confirm equipment performance and warranty requirements.

+ Perform plant balancing activities to optimize system configuration, power flows, and operational efficiency.

+ Perform capacity testing to validate the energy storage system's rated capacity and performance under various operating conditions.

+ Initiate and support notification and configuration of AVR and AGC functions, ensuring proper integration with plant controls and grid requirements.

+ Review performance data and test results to identify deficiencies, troubleshoot issues, and recommend corrective actions.

+ Organize and strategize commissioning schedules and plans, coordinating with internal teams, contractors, and stakeholders to meet project timelines.

Essential Skills

+ Hands-on experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems installation and startup, including utility-scale projects.

+ Thorough understanding of the technical performance and integration of batteries as part of an Energy Storage System.

+ Ability to create, implement, and manage commissioning processes for complex power systems.

+ Strong understanding of containerized systems, skids, controllers, SCADA systems, transformers, and combiners.

+ Deep knowledge of DC systems from 0 to 2,000 VDC and AC systems from 480 V to 34.5 kV.

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Experience with control systems and SCADA platforms, including troubleshooting of communication and control issues.

+ Organizational skills to manage multiple projects, schedules, and stakeholders effectively.

+ Proficiency with…