About this Role
Quanta Power Solutions are seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer specializing in Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) to lead complex analytical projects supporting the planning, design, and operation of BESS and electrical power systems. This role requires deep technical expertise, leadership in study execution, and the ability to provide strategic guidance to clients and internal teams. The ideal candidate will serve as a subject matter expert in system modeling, simulation, and grid performance analysis across utility, industrial, and renewable energy systems, and specifically BESS.
What You'll Do
- Lead and perform advanced power system studies including load flow, short circuit, transient stability, dynamic modeling, harmonics, and EMT simulations
- Serve as a technical authority for system studies, providing guidance and oversight to junior engineers and project teams
- Develop, validate, and maintain complex power system models for transmission and distribution networks
- Lead interconnection studies for generation projects (renewables, storage, and conventional generation)
- Perform and review arc flash studies and develop mitigation strategies in accordance with NFPA 70E and IEEE 1584
- Oversee protection coordination studies and evaluate system protection schemes
- Provide technical input for system planning, expansion studies, and reliability assessments
- Interface with clients, utilities, and regulatory bodies to present study results and recommendations
- Review and approve technical reports and deliverables
- Support business development efforts including proposals and cost estimates
What You'll Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Master’s preferred)
- 8–15+ years of experience in power system studies or related roles
- Expertise in tools such as PSS®E, PSCAD, ETAP, SKM, or PowerWorld
- Strong knowledge of transmission and/or distribution systems
- Experience with interconnection processes and grid codes (NERC, FERC, ISO/RTO)
- Deep understanding of protective relaying and system dynamics
- Proven leadership and mentoring experience
- Strong communication and client-facing skills
What You'll Get
- Acts as a senior technical advisor on complex engineering challenges
- Mentors and develops junior engineers
- Influences technical standards and best practices
- Supports client relationships and project success
