Sr. Grid Infrastructure Commissioning Engineer, BESS - REMOTE

ThinkBAC Consulting

$100K — $130K *
US-AnywhereRemote in San Francisco, CA
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, preferably in Power Engineering.
  • 5-7+ years of experience in project engineering, EPC, construction management, or commissioning within the power industry.
  • Hands-on experience with high-voltage utility substations, switchyards, and transmission systems.
  • Strong grasp of battery energy storage fundamentals and their market implications.
  • Familiarity with ISO/RTO commissioning requirements and LGIA/PPA frameworks.
  • Proficient in AutoCAD, Bluebeam, MS Project, and SharePoint.
  • Willingness to travel approximately 30% of the time across project sites.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee technical deliverables for design, construction, and commissioning of utility-scale BESS projects.
  • Provide oversight for high-voltage substation, switchyard, and transmission system commissioning.
  • Support negotiation and execution of interconnection agreements (LGIA).
  • Lead the development of RFQ/RFP packages for EPC contractors and engineering consultants.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Transmission, Interconnection, Procurement, and Development teams.
  • Travel to project sites for on-site presence (approximately 30%).
  • Engage in stakeholder discussions regarding ERCOT, MISO, SPP, and PJM queue reform and policy.

Benefits

  • Fully remote position that allows flexibility of location within the USA.
  • Opportunity to work on impactful projects shaping the future of energy.
  • Engagement in high-visibility discussions with industry stakeholders.
  • Access to advanced engineering tools, including AI-enabled productivity solutions.
  • Work in a fast-evolving market, driving innovation in renewable energy.
Full Job Description
Job Description
Sr. Energy Storage Commissioning Engineer, Grid Infrastructure

Locations: FULLY REMOTE (Anywhere in the USA)

They're looking for a Sr. Energy Storage Commissioning Engineer and Projec Leaderto join their EPC team and own the technical engineering, construction oversight, and commissioning execution for utility-scale BESS projects across designated regions. This is a unique role that combines deep cross-functional technical engineering with hands-on project delivery.

You'll oversee the design, construction, and commissioning of BESS projects in partnership with third-party engineering firms and EPC contractors. You'll review and negotiate interconnection agreements alongside the Transmission and Interconnection teams. You'll lead RFQ/RFP development with procurement, work directly with utilities and consultants, and travel to project sites throughout the construction and commissioning lifecycle.

If you've built high-voltage systems for renewable energy grid infrastructure projects, lived through utility energization timelines, and want to apply that experience to manifest the future of the grid for generations to come...this role was built for you.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Sr. Energy Storage Commissioning Engineer - Technical deliverables for design, construction, and commissioning of utility-scale BESS projects
  • Sr. Energy Storage Commissioning Engineer - High-voltage substation, switchyard, and transmission system commissioning oversight
  • Sr. Energy Storage Commissioning Engineer - Interconnection agreement (LGIA) negotiation and execution support
  • Sr. Energy Storage Commissioning Engineer- RFQ/RFP packages for EPC contractors and engineering consultants
  • Sr. Energy Storage Commissioning Engineer - Cross-functional partnership with Transmission, Interconnection, Procurement, and Development teams
  • Sr. Energy Storage Commissioning Engineer- On-site presence at projects across the country (~30% travel)
  • Sr. Energy Storage Commissioning Engineer - Stakeholder participation in ERCOT, MISO, SPP, and PJM queue reform and large load policy discussion


QUALIFICATIONS:

  • B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering (Power Engineering preferred)
  • 5-7+ years in project engineering, EPC, construction management, or commissioning in the power industry
  • Hands-on experience with high-voltage utility substations, switchyards, and transmission systems
  • Strong understanding of battery energy storage fundamentals and value proposition
  • Familiarity with ISO/RTO commissioning compliance and LGIA/PPA structures
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Bluebeam, MS Project, and SharePoint
  • Ability to travel ~30% across project sites
  • Comfort with AI-enabled tools for engineering productivity
  • A practical, data-driven mindset for ambiguous, fast-evolving market environments
  • Candidates that have worked in the following roles for renewable, utility, or clean energy companies would be ideal: Sr. Project Engineer, Commissioning, Commissioning Manager, Manager of Commissioning, High Voltage Commissioning Engineering Supervisor, HV Commissioning Engineer, Lead High Voltage Commissioning Engineer, BESS Commissioning Engineer...or similar


*The deadline for applications is 75 days from the original posting date

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