Energy Storage Engineer (onsite)

Vitaver & Associates • Juno Beach • 4m ago

14053 – Energy Storage Engineer (onsite) – Juno Beach, FL

Start Date: ASAP
Type: Temporary Project
Estimated Duration:12+ months with possible extensions
Work Setting: 100% of the time at the Client’s site. No telecommuting or remote work. This is a non-negotiable requirement from the client.
Only candidates able to relocate as required should apply to avoid removal from future consideration.

Our Client is hiring a Energy Storage Engineer (onsite)
18890 (onsite)
Required:
• Experience in engineering (5+ years);
• Experience in substation or utility‑scale energy storage design and/or project management, with established expertise in power electronics, battery storage system design, substation design, or generation tie design;
• Experience in Construction permitting and contracting;
• Experience in construction methods, including foundations, trenching, electrical terminations and testing, and best safety practices;
• Experience with technologies in energy storage including varying battery chemistries, power conversion units and DC-DC converters;
• Experience with interconnection studies and GIA material modification adjustment (MMA) processes, particularly in WECC and CAISO;
• Experience with utility-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS);
• Experience in electrical engineering design (power systems, substations, or generation tie);
• Experience with lithium-ion battery storage safety standards (UL1973, UL9540, UL9540A, NFPA 855, NFPA 70E, NEC, applicable IFC/IBC sections) or IEC 61215, 61646, 61730.

Preferred:
• Bachelor of Science in Electrical/Mechanical engineering or related field from an ABET accredited program.

Responsibilities:
• Plan, design, and execute utility‑scale energy storage augmentation projects, ensuring technical feasibility and alignment with organizational goals.
• Perform detailed engineering across electrical, structural, and civil aspects of battery augmentation projects.
• Manage multiple high‑volume projects concurrently, coordinating with Engineers of Record, Project Managers, and permitting, procurement, interconnection, and construction teams.
• Prepare and oversee technical scopes of work for incorporation into contract documents and project execution.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and suppliers, providing engineering oversight, problem resolution, and integration of major equipment.
• Conduct technical and market analysis to support energy storage strategies, identify value engineering opportunities, and evaluate emerging technologies.
• Communicate effectively with leadership and stakeholders, maintaining project progress visibility and ensuring customer‑focused solutions.
Please see below some more positions you may be interested in:
18809 (remote)
Required:
• Experience supporting the design phase and engineering major components for large-scale energy storage projects;
• Travel 25% of the time for project specific duties;
• Active Driver License.

Preferred
• Experience with Solar/PV Engineering and/or Construction experience (3+ years);
• Experience in one or more of these areas: Power electronics, Battery storage system design, Substation design, Generation tie design;
• Experience with energy storage technologies, including battery chemistries, power conversion units, and DC/DC converters;
• Experience with lithium-ion battery storage safety standards (UL1973, UL9540, UL9540A, NFPA 855, NFPA 70E, NEC, applicable IFC/IBC sections);
• Experience with IEC 61215, 61646, 61730.

Responsibilities
• Support design phase and engineer major components for large-scale energy storage projects;
• Recognize inconsistencies in engineering drawings, take corrective action, and strive for better design quality and efficiency;
• Identify and resolve errors in engineering studies and suggest future solutions;
• Understand specifications for major equipment purchasing, ensure clear communication, and propose solutions;
• Understand permitting requirements, propose solutions to legal challenges, and recommend site design improvements;
• Handle other assigned duties as needed;
• Travel 25% of the time for project specific duties.

Why apply?
• Gain experience with one of the world's largest solar and wind energy providers, which last year briefly became the most valued U.S. energy company;
• Work with a great team of professionals and learn newest technologies and approaches;
• Enjoy our Client’s wonderful campus with top-notch facilities for work and recreation;
• Benefit from multiple projects extensions;
• Receive support and advice from Vitaver consultants who are already working at our Client’s site;
• Get extra cash by participating in Vitaver Successful Completion Bonus Program;
• Always get paid in full and on time.