Electrical Power Systems Engineer BESS

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Role Overview The BESS Electrical Power Systems Engineer is an expert-level engineering professional responsible for the design, analysis, integration, and technical leadership of Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) and renewable energy solutions. Serving as a subject matter expert in power systems engineering, grid interconnection, and energy storage applications, this role leads complex engineering efforts involving power system analysis, system architecture development, and customer-facing technical support.

Operating with a high degree of autonomy, the position collaborates with customers, utilities, EPCs, consultants, product management, and engineering teams to develop safe, reliable, and cost-effective energy storage solutions. Success in this role is demonstrated through technical excellence, successful project execution, strategic influence on energy storage and power system solutions, and the ability to solve complex technical challenges that support business growth, innovation, and long-term customer success.

Lead the technical development, evaluation, and integration of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) solutions for utility, commercial, industrial, and renewable energy applications. Serve as the organization’s subject matter expert in power systems engineering, energy storage technologies, grid interconnection, and renewable energy integration. Provide technical expertise related to Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), power conversion systems (PCS), and grid-connected electrical infrastructure.

Develop system architectures, one-line diagrams, equipment specifications, technical reports, and engineering documentation to support project execution. Evaluate emerging technologies, market trends, and engineering solutions to influence product strategy, future energy storage offerings, and business growth. Provide advanced technical guidance and engineering recommendations to internal and external stakeholders.

Perform and review electrical studies including load flow, short circuit, protection coordination, arc flash, reliability, and system performance analyses. Analyze electrical system designs to ensure compliance with applicable electrical codes, utility requirements, industry standards, and customer specifications. Support utility interconnection activities and provide technical expertise related to grid compliance, system modeling, and electrical performance. Support interconnection studies and ensure compliance with utility, regional transmission organization,…