Job Title: Project Engineer / Project Management Consultant Renewable Energy (Energy Storage)
Location: Remote (Candidates must be located near Juno Beach, FL)
Job Type: Long Term Contract
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer / Project Management Consultant to support utility-scale renewable energy storage projects from design through execution. This role will focus on battery energy storage systems (BESS), engineering coordination, technical analysis, and cross-functional project support to maximize project performance and reliability.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in renewable energy, utility-scale storage systems, and engineering project management, with the ability to work collaboratively across technical teams, vendors, and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the design and engineering of utility-scale energy storage projects
- Review engineering drawings and identify design inconsistencies or technical issues
- Develop technical scopes of work for vendors and contractors
- Coordinate with project managers to support projects from development through completion
- Monitor project milestones and identify technical risks proactively
- Collaborate with suppliers on integration of major electrical equipment
- Analyze project data and perform technical due diligence
- Support equipment selection for battery storage systems and power conversion systems
- Assist with construction support, commissioning, and logistics planning
- Ensure compliance with permitting and regulatory requirements
- Work with internal teams to optimize system performance and reliability
- Provide technical recommendations to improve design quality and project efficiency
- Travel up to 25% as needed for project support
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
- 5+ years of engineering experience in renewable energy or utility-scale power projects
- Experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
- Strong knowledge of:
- Power electronics
- Battery storage design
- Substation design
- Electrical systems integration
- Experience supporting large-scale infrastructure or energy projects
- Strong project coordination and technical problem-solving skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical teams
- Strong documentation and reporting skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with:
- Lithium-ion battery systems
- Power conversion systems
- DC-DC converters
- Interconnection studies
- Construction permitting
- Utility-scale project execution
- Familiarity with:
- UL1973
- UL9540
- UL9540A
- NFPA 855
- NFPA 70E
- NEC standards
- Experience with CAISO / WECC interconnection processes
- Construction methods knowledge including:
- Foundations
- Trenching
- Electrical testing
- Safety standards