PV Pros, Inc. (Acquired by Pure Power Engineering) · 5 months ago
Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Design Engineer
Denver, CO
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$120K/yr - $160K/yr
5+ years expPV Pros is an engineering firm specializing in designing high-profile Solar PV systems. They are seeking a highly skilled Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Design Engineer to lead the electrical design of BESS projects, ensure compliance with codes and standards, and collaborate with solar PV engineering teams.
Industrial EngineeringProject ManagementSolar
Responsibilities
Lead the electrical design of BESS projects, including one-line diagrams, system layout, load flow, and control schematics
Ensure designs comply with applicable codes and standards such as NEC 706, UL 9540, NFPA 855, IEEE 1547, and local AHJ permitting requirements
Model system behavior for performance, lifecycle, and resiliency scenarios using industry tools
Support interconnection efforts by developing utility-compliant designs and interfacing with utility engineers as needed
Collaborate with solar PV engineering teams to optimize hybrid systems and coordinate control strategies
Serve as the internal escalation point for technical challenges related to BESS across projects
Participate in client-facing technical meetings to explain design decisions and system performance expectations
Contribute to technical proposals, project scope development, and preliminary design packages
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of BESS technologies, codes, and industry trends
Conduct technical reviews of peer work to ensure quality and compliance
Assist with field support and site assessments on an as-needed basis
Other tasks as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
Minimum 5 years of experience in the solar, storage, or microgrid industry, including at least 3 years specifically focused on BESS design and integration
Demonstrated expertise in BESS design, modeling, interconnection, and compliance with AHJ/utility requirements
Proficiency with AutoCAD, modeling tools (e.g., HOMER, PSCAD, ETAP), and control system concepts
Deep understanding of energy storage applications including peak shaving, time-of-use shifting, demand management, and resiliency
Familiarity with microgrid design, including PV+storage+genset configurations and control architectures
Strong communication skills with the ability to interface with clients, utilities, and cross-functional engineering teams
Preferred
Proactive problem solver with a passion for emerging energy technologies
Comfortable acting as a mentor and internal educator on BESS topics
Thrives in a dynamic consulting environment with multiple concurrent projects
Willingness to travel occasionally for site visits, client meetings, or field commissioning support
PE license preferred but not required
NABCEP certification, OSHA 10, or other relevant credentials a plus
Benefits
100% of our employee medical, dental, and vision benefits costs
Paid leaves
401k matching
Commuter benefits
Sick time and paid time off
Internal & external professional development opportunities
Company
PV Pros, Inc. (Acquired by Pure Power Engineering)
(Acquired by Pure Power Engineering in January of 2023) Owner's Engineering services for owners, investors, & financiers of solar and energy storage systems.
11-50 employees
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