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Senior Electrical Engineer - BESS
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Role overview Lead electrical design and analysis for utility-scale battery energy storage system projects, working under the responsible charge of a Professional Engineer. You’ll contribute to multidisciplinary project delivery, review technical work, and help meet schedule and budget commitments. The position is available remotely or from an office in Lakewood, Colorado.
Responsibilities - Develop and review physical and electrical designs, including layouts, single-line diagrams, connection details, grounding, conduit, and lighting plans. - Build or review engineering models and conduct power system studies such as equipment sizing, load flow, short circuit, ampacity, grounding, arc flash, harmonics, and system losses. - Prepare and review equipment and construction specifications, cost estimates, study reports, and project documents. - Check equipment data sheets and submittals against design requirements and specifications. - Coordinate with project managers and engineering disciplines to deliver work within agreed schedules and budgets. - Provide field support, troubleshooting, and observation reports; review work from designers, drafters, and field personnel.
Requirements - Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution; an electric power focus is preferred. - At least five years of relevant engineering or field experience, including a lead role on complex design projects. - FE credential required; Professional Engineer licensure is beneficial but not required. - AutoCAD experience and effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. - Current authorization to work full time in the United States.
Nice to have - Utility-scale battery storage project experience. - Familiarity with AutoCAD Electrical, power system study tools such as PowerFactory or ETAP, CYMCAP, CDEGS/WinIGS, Visual Lighting, or 3D BIM software. - People management experience and proficiency with common office software.
Benefits and work setup The listed salary range is $110,000–$135,000. Benefits include paid time off, parental leave, some flexible schedules, annual bonuses, a 401(k) match, tuition and student loan assistance, and paid licensing costs. Health coverage options include medical, dental, vision, and family planning support.