Senior Technical Lead - Microgrids

AECOM•Charlotte, NC

1d•$150,000 - $180,000•Hybrid

About The Position

AECOM is seeking an experienced Senior Technical Lead for Microgrid and Battery Energy Storage to join our growing Energy Team. This position is HYBRID. This position will provide technical oversight and also perform technical tasks for planning, feasibility, design and construction projects on a variety of projects focusing on Microgrid, BESS and renewable energy projects. The successful candidate should be a dynamic, self-directed individual with an excellent understanding of developing, designing and implementing microgrid solutions for a wide variety of end-uses.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering or closely related engineering field and 8 years of relative experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
Relevant experience in energy services or related industry with:
Microgrid design and architecture as well as knowledge of energy storage systems
Knowledge of advancements in microgrid controls as well as up to date on regulatory and legislative aspects of microgrid deployment
Knowledge of renewable technologies and all components of microgrids and energy storage.
Single line diagrams
Experience utilizing software related to microgrid and renewables (e.g. Homer PRO, Helioscope)

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of microgrid and battery regulations in large population centers such as California and New York
Experience in CAISO processes
PE license in either Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
Proven experience leading complex technical projects in multiple locations
Strong interpersonal, organizational, creative problem-solving, collaboration and leadership skills
Experience and recognition as a technical expert in their field
Proven ability to effectively communicate expectations and requirements with both clients and team members
An ability to apply acquired expertise and knowledge to solve business challenges and provide coaching to peers and team members
A track record of leveraging relationships to expand work with existing clients, identify new clients and recruit and retain in-house staff
Strongly skilled with AutoCAD
Expert usage of Microsoft Office products, including Microsoft Excel

Responsibilities

Interface regularly with the clients to identify project needs, communicate engineering solutions, and strengthen client relationships.
Working with interdisciplinary technical leads in coordinated successful execution of projects
Coordinating internal resources and third parties/subcontractors for the technical execution of scope
Develop cost estimates to determine ROI
Write technical reports to communicate findings to clients and stakeholders
Develop detailed microgrid solutions utilizing industry recognized software (e.g. Homer Grid)
Review or originate solar engineering design packages
Review or originate energy production modeling
Developing and maintaining good client relationships across the portfolio
Lead and support development of technical proposals.
Training others to learn project management skills
Occasional travel within the United States will be required
Assist recruit and build a team of professionals to support the growth strategy

Benefits

AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

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