Energy Storage Engineering Manager

SOLV Energy is an engineering, procurement, construction (EPC) and solar services provider for utility solar, high voltage substation and energy storage markets across North America.

Job Description Summary:

The Engineering Manager is responsible for overall management of Battery Energy Storage design resulting in successful project execution.

Job Description:

*This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned 

Position Responsibilities and Duties:

• Lead the engineering team in the design, development, and implementation of Battery Energy Storage Systems projects.

• Define project requirements, scope, and objectives based on RFP document review, Power Purchase Agreements, Generator Interconnection Agreements, Utility Interconnection requirements, Contract requirements, System Impact Studies, Facility Studies, and Customer/Owner Engineer requirements.

• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, monitoring progress against targets and providing technical input on budgets.

• Coordinate with cross-function teams including electrical engineers, civil engineers, mechanical engineers, OEMs, and fire protection engineers to ensure seamless integration of BESS components.

• Evaluate designs to provide direction for value engineering.

• Assist with vendor relationships, including external engineering teams, OEM’s, transformer suppliers, and other components.

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.

• Ensure compliance with industry standards, codes, and regulations governing BESS installations.

• Implement quality assurance processes to ensure reliability, performance, and safety of BESS installations.

• Collaborate with sales and business development teams to support proposal development and client engagement activities.

• Stay abreast of emerging trends and technologies in the field of energy storage and renewable energy and incorporate them into project designs as appropriate.

• Prepare and deliver technical presentations to internal and external stakeholders.

• Drive innovation and process improvements to enhance the competitiveness of BESS solutions in the market.

• Serve as a technical expert and point of contact for customer inquiries and support requests.

• Regular travel (local and inter-state) required.

• Complete other responsibilities as assigned.

Objectives or Goals to Measure Performance:

• Adherence to Company policies and Corporate Procedures Manual

• Work within SE's business processes and ensure an efficient working environment.

• Project profitability

• Project completed on schedule.

• Quality control: integrity and excellence of completed project

• Customer/Client satisfaction

• Business Development Plan implemented.

• Positive project team attitude

• Improved personal professional growth and education.

• Staff development and training

Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field; master’s degree preferred. 

• Minimum 5 years of work-related experience in engineering with a focus on battery energy storage systems, renewable energy, or power systems integration.

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire team members.

• Proven track record of successfully managing complex engineering projects from concept to completion.

• In-depth knowledge of battery technologies.

• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on practical, cost-effective solutions.

• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.

• Licensed Professional Engineer preferred.

• Familiarity with relevant industry standards and regulations such as IEEE, NEC, and UL.

• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

• Experience working in a cross-functional team environment.

• Demonstrated commitment to safety and quality in engineering practices.

• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills to work with others in all situations.

• Ability to work, analyze, troubleshoot, and prioritize problems independently.

• Effective written and verbal English communication skills

• Proficiency and knowledgeable in office practices, procedures, and equipment

• Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize and coordinate with internal and external stake holders.

SOLV Energy Is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At SOLV Energy we celebrate the power of our differences. We are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces that improve our communities. SOLV Energy prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind against an employee or applicant based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, or ethnicity, mental or physical disability, veteran status, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance. Employees can enroll in our company’s 401(k) plan and are provided vacation, sick and holiday pay.

Compensation Range:

$122,484.00 - $162,904.00

Pay Rate Type:

Salary

SOLV Energy does not accept unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals or resumes from third-party recruiters or staffing agencies. We require all third-party recruiters to communicate exclusively with our internal talent acquisition team. SOLV Energy will not pay a placement fee to any third-party recruiter or agency that has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of our internal talent acquisition team.

In addition, candidate introductions or resumes can only be submitted to our internal talent acquisition recruiting team if a signed vendor agreement is already on file and the third-party recruiter or agency has received formal instructions from our internal talent acquisition team to submit candidates for a particular job posting.

Any unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals or resumes sent by third-party recruiters to SOLV Energy or directly to any of our employees, or received through our website or career portal, will be considered property of SOLV Energy and will not be eligible for a placement fee. In the event a third-party recruiter submits a resume or refers a candidate without a previously signed vendor agreement, SOLV Energy explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire the candidate(s) without financial liability to such third-party recruiter.

If you’re interested in a meaningful career with a brighter future, join the SOLV Energy Team.