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Senior Electrical Engineer – Battery Systems, Controls & EMS Integration

Job in McLean, Fairfax County, Virginia, USA
Listing for: ON.energy
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-04
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer, Automation & Mechatronics Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Senior Electrical Engineer – Battery Systems, Controls & EMS Integration

As a Senior Electrical Engineer – Battery Systems, Controls & EMS Integration, you will provide technical leadership for the design, validation, and optimization of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects supporting next-generation data center and grid applications. Reporting to the Chief Electrical Engineer, you will lead battery sizing, evaluate BESS technologies, validate inverter/PCS performance, and drive the integration of EMS, Plant Controllers, and SCADA systems to ensure reliable, high-performing energy storage solutions.

This is a highly collaborative role that combines advanced engineering analysis, controls expertise, and operational optimization to shape the future of large-scale energy infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Battery sizing and lifecycle modeling
  • BESS vendor model review and validation
  • EMS and Plant Controller integration
  • Controls strategy validation
  • Inverter/PCS modeling experience
  • SCADA and operational analytics
  • Python, VS Code, Jupyter Notebooks, Git

Required Qualifications:

  • 10+ years of electrical engineering experience, with a focus on battery systems, BESS vendor evaluation, inverter/PCS performance validation, and EMS or Plant Controller integration.
  • Battery & Controls Expertise:
    Deep knowledge of battery sizing, lifecycle modeling, controls strategy validation, and BESS vendor model review in utility-scale energy storage environments.
  • Systems Integration:
    Proven ability to lead EMS and Plant Controller integration efforts, including SCADA configuration and operational optimization for BESS deployments.
  • Software Proficiency:
    Working knowledge of Python, VS Code, Jupyter Notebooks, and Git for engineering analysis and operational analytics.
  • Communication:
    Ability to coordinate effectively with EMS vendors, controls engineers, and cross-functional teams to deliver reliable and optimized energy storage solutions.

For US-based roles
- What you'll get:

  • Competitive salary + annual performance-based bonus eligibility
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and company holidays

For Mexico-based roles
- What you'll get:

  • Competitive salary + annual performance bonus eligibility
  • Christmas Bonus (Aguinaldo): 30 days
  • Major medical expenses and life insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays (per local policy)

For all roles:

  • Professional development and growth opportunities
  • Opportunity to grow with a mission-driven team shaping the future of clean energy
  • Equal Opportunity: ON.energy is committed to equal employment opportunity and to maintaining a work environment free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation.
  • Accommodations:
    If you need an accommodation during the application process, email re
  • Benefits vary by role and location and are subject to change.
Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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