Senior Technical Lead - Microgrids
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. DCS—Energy AECOM’s Energy practice provides a wide range of services from consulting and engineering design to energy engineering, energy procurement and construction (EPC) for power, energy efficiency, oil and gas, nuclear, and renewable energy clients. Our understanding of the big picture – and the interconnection between generation, distribution, storage, and the demand side of the meter – allows us to deliver holistic solutions that improve and modernize generation energy infrastructure. We connect knowledge and experience across our global framework to bring together a unique combination of engineers, planners, scientists, advisors, and project managers who advance energy solution and infrastructure to meet our varied Clients needs.
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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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
