HDR

Senior Electrical Engineer-Battery Energy Storage Systems

HDR • $110K — $130K *
Bedford, NH 03110In-Person
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in electrical design of buildings, specifically in BESS and power systems
  • Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license required
  • Extensive knowledge of building electrical power and lighting design, including life safety systems
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and electrical design software
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
  • Self-motivated and team-oriented with strong interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

  • Support grid scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) projects by developing conceptual layouts and one-line diagrams
  • Evaluate energy storage technologies and assist clients with vendor selection and implementation
  • Develop and review engineering design plans, specifications, and cost estimates for BESS projects
  • Assist clients in identifying and implementing use-cases for battery storage systems
  • Create technical reports conveying energy storage concepts and feasibility results
  • Coordinate with various engineering disciplines to complete design packages for BESS
  • Provide construction-phase technical support including reviews of RFIs and change orders
  • Mentor junior team members and support business development efforts

Benefits

  • Employee-owned culture fostering active participation
  • Opportunities for mentorship and professional development
  • Collaboration with diverse teams and clients
  • Potential travel opportunities to support projects and industry events
Full Job Description
Primary Responsibilities

In the role of the SeniorElectrical Engineer - Battery Energy Storage Systems we'll count on you to:

  • Support grid scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) projects developing conceptual layouts and one-line diagrams and supporting the detailed design through the completion of Issue for Construction design packages.
  • Evaluate and analyze energy storage technologies, products, and vendors and support clients with technology and vendor selection and implementation. Support microgrid and distributed energy resources projects by developing detailed electrical engineering designs.
  • Develop and review engineering design plans, technical specifications, cost estimates, and construction documents at various design milestones for BESS projects.
  • Support developers, utilities, and other clients with identifying, defining, and implementing use-cases for battery energy storage systems in both centralized and distributed locations.
  • Develop written technical reports that effectively convey battery energy storage concepts, use-cases, and feasibility study results to various types of audiences.
  • Coordinate closely with civil, structural, fire & life safety (F&LS), high-voltage electrical, SCADA/telecommunications, water, and geotechnical engineers to develop complete Issue for Construction design packages for BESS projects.
  • Participate in design reviews with various stakeholders including governing and permitting agencies.
  • Support development of and updates to internal design guidelines, catalogs, and templates for power generation projects.
  • Conduct quality assurance/quality control on the work of other electrical engineers, electrical designers, or technicians.
  • Provide construction phase technical support including bid addenda, submittal reviews, Requests for Information (RFI), Construction Progress Reports (CPR) and change orders, and incorporate agreed-upon changes into the project documents, as needed.
  • Participate in meetings with clients, contractors, and vendors to support business development and project execution.
  • Coordinate project workload to deliver documents on schedule.
  • Serve as a mentor or counsellor to junior members of the team.
  • Provide technical support and assistance to HDR's team and clients.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Design experience adhering to National Electrical Code, National Electric Safety Code, IEEE codes and standards, and county, city and state codes, ordinances and standards.
  • Technical writing experience with equipment, construction and procurement specifications.
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in design of BESS, power generation, renewables, electrical distribution, or power system controls.
  • Understanding of BESS technologies as well as integration of these systems into traditional power generation and renewables generation facilities.
  • Understanding of typical communication network topology, fire alarm systems, and relay coordination
  • Technical knowledge to analyze and interpret technical data and documents related to battery energy storage systems.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for a broad range of audiences.
  • Ability to effectively support multiple complex and time sensitive projects.
  • Ability to multi-task by prioritizing, organizing, and scheduling work.
  • Identify and resolve issues effectively and efficiently.
  • Ability to interact with clients as well as design and construction teams in a positive and proactive manner.
  • Ability to adapt to change within a fast-paced business environment.
  • Ability to interface with diverse personalities.
  • Self-motivated and Team player.
  • Demonstrable technical writing/editing ability, commitment to quality in work products.
  • Ability to travel to support projects, meet with clients, or attend industry events. Travel required up to 10% domestic and international.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Preference is given to candidates local to New England area


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Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis
  • A minimum of 10 years experience in electrical design of buildings (lighting/power/systems);
  • Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
  • Extensive knowledge of building electrical power, lighting and signal design, including life safety systems and building management systems
  • Strong computer knowledge of Microsoft Office and AutoCAD, and electrical design software
  • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

About HDR

HDR is an architecture, engineering, and consulting firm based in Omaha, Nebraska. The company was founded in 1917 as Henningson Engineering Company and has since grown to become one of the largest engineering firms in the United States. HDR provides a wide range of services, including architecture, engineering, environmental consulting, and construction management. The company has worked on a number of high-profile projects, including the Hoover Dam Bypass and the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge. HDR is committed to sustainability and has been recognized for its efforts in this area by organizations such as the U.S. Green Building Council.
Learn more about HDR
Size
10,000 employees
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Founded
1917
* Ladders Estimates

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