Storage Project Engineering Manager Job Denver area,Colorado USA,Engineering

Overview

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We are Lightsource bp – and we’re on a mission to become a global leader in onshore renewables, anchored by our proven track record in solar development. For over a decade we’ve worked to diversify how our world is powered with sustainable and responsible renewable power. We deliver affordable, reliable, large-scale onshore renewable and energy storage solutions to help the world decarbonize.

Lightsource bp was fully acquired by bp in 2024.

Summary

The main purpose of this role is to lead Storage specialized engineering support for Construction and execution of utility-scale storage projects. This includes engagement with suppliers and contractors, understanding offtake requirements, scope of works for energy storage projects, and collaboration with regional construction procurement, project engineering, quality, HSE, grid code compliance, power marketing, business development, permitting organizations, as well as structured finance and technical teams in support of Lightsource bp’s objectives.

You will have the opportunity to lead technical storage engineering for Lightsource bp customers across the Americas. You should be up to date with current storage technologies, PV+Storage control systems, and the technical specifications, scope of work of integrators, suppliers and EPC contractors.

Duties and Responsibilities

To develop and manage energy storage + PV solutions, including technical due diligence in coordination with the full team
To maintain close and regular contacts with battery suppliers and system integrators to understand the latest technology offerings, pricing, warranties, degradation, and other technical and commercial details
To interface with construction and project managers representatives to evaluate customer needs under current and anticipated site conditions
Regular site visits and support construction team on construction monitoring of on-going storage projects in construction
Overseeing Owners engineer selections, requirements, and their support on construction monitoring and RFI responses from the field as required
To provide preliminary storage-integrated PV designs, including technical specifications for EPC RFP documents including but not limited to 10% to 30% design packages
To review any EPC-provided BESS designs to ensure the proposed systems are in line with each project’s needs and financial expectations
To provide a technical and commercial interface with Independent Engineers, Owner’s engineers including 3rd party reports as they relate to BESS projects
Work with a multi-disciplinary team including business development and project finance to ensure quality financial modelling inputs and techno-economic analysis regarding project timeline, schedule, and budget
Work with environmental, development and permitting teams to ensure we comply with applicable codes and standards, especially fire mitigation requirements

Knowledge & Experience

Proven track record and 3+ years experience in a similar role
Excellent interpersonal, leadership and collaboration skills
Demonstrated ability to deliver financial results and secure results in a matrix environment without direct managerial control
Familiarity with field inspection, construction and monitoring is a plus
Familiarity with fire codes and fire mitigation measures are preferred

Work Skills

Experience in leading and implementing positive change and continuous improvement
Strong analytical, quantitative and problem solving skills
Full Driving license
Comfort working in a proactive, autonomous and rapidly changing development environment

Qualifications

B.S. in Engineering (Mechanical, Materials or Electrical preferred) or equivalent; advanced degree a plus

Personal Qualities

A team player and a good coordinator
A keen desire to innovate
A proven focus on results rather than process
A passion to be an important part of successful, sustainable projects

We Offer

Competitive compensation: $145,000 to $165,000 annually plus a discretionary 20% annual bonus.
Health, dental, prescription, and vision care for US team members starts on your first day of employment.
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