Engineer II Energy Storage Engineering - RES
Denver, CO
About the Job
We are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels heard and respected, and extending our culture of care so that every individual can reach their full potential. We want you to have a sense of belonging and feel valued for your contributions and the perspectives you bring.
Summary:
The Engineer II – Energy Storage Engineering is responsible for providing subject matter expert engineering support to all phases of the project, including project development, proposals, contracting, design, construction, and operations phases of utility scale energy storage projects.
Requirements:
- Reviews construction designs for conformance with project requirements, integration requirements, and industry best practices, including battery system submittals, PCS submittals, site layout, electrical BOP, civil BOP, and design studies.
- Identifies and communicates project technical risks.
- Performs calculations to demonstrate system sizing and performance capabilities using defined processes and templates.
- Evaluates project requirements to inform system design, equipment requirements, cost estimating, project risk, site feasibility, and operational requirements.
- Completes battery energy storage system design and design optimization using standardized processes and tools.
- Supports technical interface with equipment suppliers and communicates project requirements through standardized request forms.
- Communicates design information to construction management, development, estimating, and engineering teams.
- Reviews equipment/technologies over a broad range of technical disciplines including batteries, HVAC systems, fire safety systems, control systems, electrical infrastructure, balance of system equipment, and non-battery energy storage technologies.
- Leads on certain defined engineering tasks in support of project execution.
- Completes most tasks with limited supervision using defined templates and processes.
- Operates Company aligned vehicle for project site visits.
- Attends work regularly and punctually, as scheduled or expected.
- Complies with Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct and Company Policies & Procedures.
- Presents, supports, and leads-by-example with a safety and quality-oriented attitude.
- Contributes to standard process, procedure and template development.
- Collaborates with design managers, electrical engineers, civil engineers, SCADA engineers, and CAD designers for guidance on preliminary designs and deliverables.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Intermediate level experience/knowledge in:
- Utility scale power/energy systems
- Utility scale battery energy storage system equipment and systems
- Construction practices and methods
- Electrical system design
- Writing specifications
- Microsoft Excel
- EPC project execution
- Beginner level experience/knowledge in:
- Control systems
- Electrical, civil and structural design
- Utility photovoltaic system design
- Project execution, budgeting, and schedule
- Operations and maintenance
- Safety evaluation
- Root cause analysis
- Oral and written skills to include:
- Technical writing
- Ability to communicate issues to peers and superiors
- Clear and concise writing
- Lead meetings
- Present design details through meetings, presentations, and design documentation.
- Ability to perform accurate and rigorous engineering evaluation and calculation to support projects.
- Effectively use logic, data, problem-solving tools, and analysis to understand and develop solutions.
- Ability to work independently and maintain a schedule for key deliverables.
- Strong interpersonal and team skills
- Capacity to learn and understand equipment/technologies over a broad range of technical disciplines including batteries, inverters, HVAC systems, fire/life safety systems, electrical infrastructure, balance of systems equipment, solar PV, and non-battery energy storage technologies.
- Functional competencies include attention to detail, collaboration, accountability, prioritization, and customer focus.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, chemical, or systems engineering or equivalent, required. Master’s degree preferred.
- 2 or more years of relevant experience, required.
- Ability to travel 5 to 15% domestically.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Anticipated base salary range: $81,000 - $95,000
The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. This position is bonus eligible.
RES offers benefits that are effective first day of employment. These benefits include the following:
- Medical, Dental and Vision
- Health Savings Account with employer contribution
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- 4x pay Basic Life and Voluntary Life
- Short and Long Term Disability
- Accident, Hospital, and Critical Illness
- 401 (k) plan with 6% company match
- 4 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) and 10 Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement and Green Car Reimbursement
- Volunteer and Charity Matching
- Paid Parental Leave and Paid Sabbatical Leave
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Employee Discounts and Wellness programs
- Wellness Reimbursement
Physical requirements and environment:
The work environment and physical demands characteristics are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Rarely: Climbing, crouching, kneeling, pulling/pushing/lifting between 5-15lbs., and stooping are required.
Occasionally: Carrying 5-15lbs., gripping, handling, pinching, and walking are required.
Frequently: Standing is required.
Constantly: Reading, grasping, hearing, reaching, vision, repetitive motion, and sitting is required.
Rarely exposed to extreme cold, heat, and humidity, and wet climates, in the working environment.
Occasionally exposed to noise and hazards in the work environment.
We maintain a drug-free workplace. Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment background investigation and drug test as a condition of employment.
RES is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
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