Lead Microgrid Engineer – Energy Storage, Generation Applications

🌍 Remote, USA 🎯 Full-time 🕐 Posted Recently

Job Description

Provide resilient and adaptable power system solutions that utilize all resource types
Understand client goals and constraints to provide effective leadership on solutions
Work with switchgear, battery, inverter, generator, and other DER manufacturers
Coordinate with various interconnected utilities and complete interconnection applications
Manage engineering subconsultants and construction partners
Represent client interests during development, design review, procurement, construction, commissioning, and interconnection
Lead technical reviews of EPC and OEM deliverables

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an accredited program
A minimum of eight years’ experience in the design and construction of distribution/generation/storage projects
Demonstrated experience providing Owner’s Engineering services for PV and/or other power generation projects across multiple clients
Design experience from Distribution, Substation Protection & Control (P&C), or Substation Physical
Solid awareness of relevant industry standards and regulations (e.g., NEC, IEEE 1547, IEEE 386)
Ability to create and guide others in the creation of relevant drawings including One Line Diagrams, Electrical Plans/Elevations, AC/DC Schematics, etc.
Familiarity with factory acceptance tests and on-site commissioning of power systems
Thorough technical understanding of DER technologies including storage (e.g., VRFB), micro nuclear reactors (MNRs), solar generation, and conventional engine/turbine generators
Familiarity with challenges in the microgrid environment including effective grounding, synchronization, distributed control, and remedial action schemes
Familiarity with various regulatory frameworks for DER interconnections (e.g., CPUC Rule 21)
Experience in submitting interconnection applications, and reviewing Utility studies
Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or Bluebeam