Electrical Engineer - Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)

HDR•Charlotte, NC

11d

About The Position

HDR is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support battery energy storage system (BESS), microgrid, and distributed energy resources projects in its Power sector. The role supports grid-scale BESS projects from conceptual layouts and one-line diagrams through detailed design and Issue for Construction design packages. It also involves evaluating energy storage technologies, products, and vendors; supporting client technology and vendor selection; and developing detailed electrical engineering designs. The engineer develops and reviews design plans, technical specifications, cost estimates, construction documents, and technical reports. The role supports clients in defining and implementing BESS use cases, coordinates with multidisciplinary engineering teams and project stakeholders, participates in design reviews, and contributes to internal design guidelines and templates. Responsibilities also include quality assurance and quality control, construction-phase technical support, project workload coordination, client and vendor meetings, mentoring junior team members, and providing technical assistance to HDR colleagues and clients.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered, such as a Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
Previous experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector.
Computer skills in Microsoft Office and standard Power Market Sector design software; examples include PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, and Revit.
Commitment to active participation in HDR's employee-owned culture.

Nice To Haves

Design experience adhering to the National Electrical Code, National Electric Safety Code, IEEE codes and standards, and applicable county, city, and state codes, ordinances, and standards.
Technical writing experience with equipment, construction, and procurement specifications.
Prior experience in design of BESS, power generation, renewables, electrical distribution, or power system controls.
Understanding of BESS technologies and integration into traditional power generation and renewables generation facilities.
Understanding of typical communication network topology, fire alarm systems, and relay coordination.
Technical knowledge to analyze and interpret technical data and documents related to battery energy storage systems.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for a broad range of audiences.
Ability to effectively support multiple complex and time-sensitive projects.
Ability to multitask by prioritizing, organizing, and scheduling work.
Ability to identify and resolve issues effectively and efficiently.
Ability to interact positively and proactively with clients and design and construction teams.
Ability to adapt to change in a fast-paced business environment.
Ability to interface with diverse personalities.
Self-motivated team player.
Demonstrable technical writing and editing ability and commitment to quality in work products.
Ability to travel to support projects, meet with clients, or attend industry events; travel required up to 10%25 domestically and internationally.
Strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

Support grid-scale BESS projects by developing conceptual layouts and one-line diagrams and supporting detailed design through completion of Issue for Construction design packages.
Evaluate and analyze energy storage technologies, products, and vendors; support clients with technology and vendor selection and implementation.
Support microgrid and distributed energy resources projects by developing detailed electrical engineering designs.
Develop and review engineering design plans, technical specifications, cost estimates, and construction documents at various BESS project design milestones.
Support developers, utilities, and other clients in identifying, defining, and implementing battery energy storage system use cases in centralized and distributed locations.
Develop written technical reports conveying battery energy storage concepts, use cases, and feasibility study results to varied audiences.
Coordinate with civil, structural, fire and life safety, high-voltage electrical, SCADA/telecommunications, water, and geotechnical engineers to develop complete Issue for Construction design packages.
Participate in design reviews with stakeholders, including governing and permitting agencies.
Support development and updates to internal design guidelines, catalogs, and templates for power generation projects.
Conduct quality assurance and quality control on work completed by other electrical engineers, designers, or technicians.
Provide construction-phase technical support, including bid addenda, submittal reviews, Requests for Information, Construction Progress Reports, and change orders; incorporate agreed changes into project documents as needed.
Participate in meetings with clients, contractors, and vendors to support business development and project execution.
Coordinate project workload to deliver documents on schedule.
Serve as a mentor or counsellor to junior team members.
Provide technical support and assistance to HDR teams and clients.