Electrical Engineer IV – BESS

RRC

Electrical Engineer IV specializing in utility-scale BESS projects for RRC Power and Energy. Leading design and execution from conceptual development through construction and commissioning.

Posted 6/30/2026full-timeRound Rock • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Flash

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the engineering design and execution of utility-scale BESS projects from conceptual development through construction and commissioning
Review and stamp BESS electrical design packages for projects throughout the United States
Serve as the technical lead for BESS projects, providing guidance, mentorship, and technical oversight to engineers and designers
Design and review medium-voltage collection systems, AC and DC power systems, inverter/PCS systems, battery container integration, auxiliary systems, and protection and control schemes
Perform and oversee power system studies including load flow, short circuit, grounding, arc flash, protection coordination, ampacity, and loss analysis
Review and approve engineering calculations, design packages, technical reports, specifications, and construction drawings
Manage engineering scope, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation across multiple projects
Coordinate with project managers, clients, utilities, EPCs, equipment vendors, and internal multidisciplinary teams
Serve as a point of contact for clients and support proposal development, project scoping, and business development initiatives
Review and approve manufacturer equipment drawings, technical submittals, and vendor documentation
Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, QA/QC procedures, utility requirements, and project specifications
Identify technical risks, develop mitigation strategies, and resolve complex engineering challenges
Support procurement, construction, commissioning, and startup activities, including field visits and technical troubleshooting
Perform QAQC reviews on project deliverables produced by engineering staff
Contribute to the development and improvement of engineering standards, design guides, and best practices
Stay current on emerging BESS technologies, energy storage trends, utility requirements, and renewable energy market developments

Requirements

What you’ll need

Professional Engineer (PE) license in the United States required
8+ years of progressively responsible experience in BESS, renewable energy, utility, transmission, distribution, or power systems engineering
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, or related field required
Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or Renewable Energy preferred
Demonstrated experience serving as a lead engineer or technical lead on utility-scale BESS projects
Extensive experience designing medium- and low-voltage electrical systems and associated infrastructure
Strong understanding of switchgear, switchboards, panelboards, protective relays, breakers, transformers, and protection systems
Experience with battery container systems, Energy Management Systems (EMS), Battery Management Systems (BMS), and SCADA integration
Experience designing inverter and PCS equipment and associated interconnections
Strong knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards including IEEE, NEC, NESC, NFPA, CSA, and utility interconnection requirements
Experience performing power system studies using ETAP, CYME, SKM, EasyPower, PSCAD, or similar software
Experience with modeling tools such as HOMER, Energy Toolbase, ESWare, or similar energy storage analysis platforms
Familiarity with utility-scale solar, wind generation, substations, and transmission systems
Construction support, field engineering, commissioning, or startup experience preferred
Strong leadership, mentoring, project management, communication, and client relationship skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment
Ability to travel periodically (10%) throughout the United States as project needs require.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work hours to accommodate work-life balance.
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401k matching
Bonus eligibility
Tuition reimbursement for certain pre-approved education pursuits
RRSP matching (Canada), 401k matching (US)

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Hard Skills & Tools

BESS Design and ExecutionMedium-Voltage Collection SystemsAC and DC Power SystemsInverter/PCS System DesignPower System StudiesEngineering Calculations ReviewTechnical OversightQA/QC ProceduresEnergy Management Systems (EMS)Battery Management Systems (BMS)

Soft Skills

LeadershipMentoringProject ManagementCommunicationClient Relationship Management

Certifications

Professional Engineer (PE) LicenseBachelor’s Degree in Electrical EngineeringMaster’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (Preferred)