Electrical Engineer III - BESS

RRC Power and Energy•Round Rock, TX

2d•Remote

About The Position

RRC is seeking a talented Electrical Engineer III - BESS to help us build the future of U.S. energy production from our Denver, CO offices in the US, or Toronto, ON or Calgary, AB offices in Canada. Remote work is also available. RRC is a multi-disciplinary engineering firm that specializes in energy projects, particularly renewable energy, throughout the United States. Founded in 2007, RRC provides a culture where employees are valued while contributing to meaningful projects. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the evolving energy production landscape. RRC CORE VALUES Must understand and personify RRC’s core values: Client Satisfaction – understands the goal of always exceeding our client’s expectations Employee Happiness – able to work well with others, communicate clearly with coworkers, promote a positive work environment, and mediate conflicts between team members Quality Work - able to take ownership, work independently, prioritize workload, and deliver quality results on time while working on multiple projects simultaneously Above and Beyond - versatile, flexible, able to anticipate the needs of the company, take the initiative, and willing to go out of your way to assist others

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, or related field
5+ years of experience in BESS, renewable energy, distribution, or medium voltage power systems
Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain
Experience designing medium and low voltage cabling systems
Knowledge of switchgear, switchboards, panelboards, breakers, and protection systems
Experience with battery container systems, EMS and BMS
Experience designing inverter / PCS (Power Conversion System) equipment
Strong familiarity with applicable industry codes and standards (IEEE, NESC, NEC, NFPA)
Experience performing system studies using software such as CYME, ETAP, or similar

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in Engineering with a renewable energy focus preferred
Experience with modeling tools such as HOMER, Energy Toolbase, ESWare, or similar
Experience with solar (PV) and wind systems preferred
Construction or field experience preferred
Experience with BESS interconnections to transmission, distribution, substations, and renewable generation facilities preferred

Responsibilities

Lead the design and development of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), including DC systems, medium voltage infrastructure, switchgear, and distribution systems
Perform and oversee system studies, including load flow, short circuit, ampacity, and loss analysis
Manage and coordinate engineering tasks across multiple projects, ensuring that projects are within scope, schedule, and budget
Serve as a point of contact for clients, interpreting needs and delivering engineering solutions
Review and approve manufacturer equipment drawings and technical submittals
Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, QA/QC procedures, and project specifications
Perform quality control and quality checking on project deliverables, including drawings and studies
Identify design risks and implement corrective actions
Coordinate with project managers, BESS leadership, and multi-disciplinary teams to ensure successful project delivery
Contribute to the development and refinement of engineering standards and best practices
Work with team on changing trends in technology