Electrical Engineer BESS Advisor

1 week ago


Houston, Texas, United States ENGIE Full time
Electrical Engineer BESS Advisor

As a key member of our team, you will play a critical role in supporting the utility scale operations group by acting as a technical leader, providing mentorship for junior engineers, ensuring the safe operation of the facilities, and collaborating across multiple disciplines by participating in design reviews.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Manage the electrical design of battery-based energy storage systems and have a thorough understanding of BESS architecture, including rack, module, container, and plant-level controls.
  • Prepare site acceptance test (SAT) and integration test plans for BESS systems.
  • Perform complex engineering/design calculations specific to discipline, including equipment sizing, load flow, short circuit, Arc flash, grounding, etc.
  • Interface with various system operators, including ERCOT, PJM, SPP, and MISO, on technical issues related to operations planning and modeling.
  • Lead the development and continuous improvement of commissioning, maintenance, and standard operating procedures.
  • Review maintenance records and recommend corrective actions to ensure reliability and compliance with applicable NERC standards.
  • Develop structured feedback sessions for all lessons learned with the project team, including misoperations, root cause analysis (Six-sigma, DMAIC, fish-bone), and safety-related events.
Requirements:
  • A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent combination of education and utility experience.
  • A minimum of seven (7) years' of experience directly relevant to engineering experience working on energy storage systems.
  • Basic knowledge of SCADA networks and protocols, such as MODBUS, DNP3, and any proprietary SCADA protocols.
  • Working knowledge of battery chemistries and their impact on overall BESS system design.
  • Knowledge of engineering standards, including NEC, NESC, NEMA, IEEE, and ANSI.
What We Offer:
  • A competitive salary range of $112,000 - $172,500 USD annually.
  • A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off, including wellness days, holidays, and leave programs.
  • A 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match.
  • A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and a safe and inclusive work environment.

ENGIE North America is a leader in the Zero-Carbon Transition, and we are committed to supporting, promoting, and thriving on diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity workplace and are committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment for all employees.



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