Electrical Engineer III - BESS

RRC Companies is a multi-disciplinary engineering firm specializing in renewable energy projects. They are seeking an Electrical Engineer III - BESS to lead the design and development of Battery Energy Storage Systems, manage engineering tasks across multiple projects, and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), including DC systems, medium voltage infrastructure, switchgear, and distribution systems
• Perform and oversee system studies, including load flow, short circuit, ampacity, and loss analysis
• Manage and coordinate engineering tasks across multiple projects, ensuring that projects are within scope, schedule, and budget
• Serve as a point of contact for clients, interpreting needs and delivering engineering solutions
• Review and approve manufacturer equipment drawings and technical submittals
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, QA/QC procedures, and project specifications
• Perform quality control and quality checking on project deliverables, including drawings and studies
• Identify design risks and implement corrective actions
• Coordinate with project managers, BESS leadership, and multi-disciplinary teams to ensure successful project delivery
• Contribute to the development and refinement of engineering standards and best practices
• Work with team on changing trends in technology

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in BESS, renewable energy, distribution, or medium voltage power systems
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain
• Experience designing medium and low voltage cabling systems
• Knowledge of switchgear, switchboards, panelboards, breakers, and protection systems
• Experience with battery container systems, EMS and BMS
• Experience designing inverter / PCS (Power Conversion System) equipment
• Strong familiarity with applicable industry codes and standards (IEEE, NESC, NEC, NFPA)
• Experience performing system studies using software such as CYME, ETAP, or similar
• Experience with modeling tools such as HOMER, Energy Toolbase, ESWare, or similar
• Master's Degree in Engineering with a renewable energy focus
• Experience with solar (PV) and wind systems
• Construction or field experience
• Experience with BESS interconnections to transmission, distribution, substations, and renewable generation facilities