NextEra Energy Resources · 14 hours ago
Sr Project Engineer
NextEra Energy Resources is one of America’s largest wholesale electricity generators, harnessing diverse energy sources to power progress. The Project Engineer will manage multiple battery augmentation projects from conception through execution, collaborating with cross-functional teams and external engineering resources to deliver innovative energy storage solutions.
EnergyEnvironmental EngineeringRenewable EnergySolar
Responsibilities
Manage multiple concurrent battery augmentation projects from conception through execution, working closely with external Engineers of Record, Project Managers, and permitting, procurement, interconnection and construction teams
Perform detailed design engineering of electrical, structural and civil aspects of utility-scale energy storage augmentation projects
Prepare technical scopes of work for incorporation into contract documents
Influence project teams in the engineering aspects of the technical work, including close collaboration with and oversight of external Engineers of Record
Maintain familiarity with the progress and problems in assigned technical areas
Collaborate with suppliers to successfully integrate major equipment
Collaborate with multi-disciplined teams for problem solving, process improvement opportunities, and system integration and controls
Support energy storage augmentation strategies through technical and market analysis
Identify value engineering opportunities as well as emerging technologies prospects
Support and enhance team project management tools and battery degradation models
Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's - Engineering
Experience: 4+ years
Valid Driver's License (NON CDL)
Preferred
Certified Professional Engineer (PE)
An SME in substation or utility scale energy storage design and/or project management, with established expertise in one or more of the following areas: Power electronics, Battery storage system design, Substation design, Generation tie design
Design and/or operation of large-scale power generation or processing plants involving adherence to regulatory requirements while maximizing the performance and reliability of technically complex systems
Hands-on experience or strong knowledge of construction methods, including foundations, trenching, electrical terminations and testing, and best safety practices
Strong knowledge of technologies in energy storage including varying battery chemistries, power conversion units and DC-DC converters
Lithium-ion battery storage safety: Familiarity with UL1973, UL9540, UL9540A, NFPA 855, NFPA 70E, NEC, applicable IFC/IBC sections
Familiarity with interconnection studies and GIA material modification adjustment (MMA) processes, particularly in WECC and CAISO
Construction permitting and contracting
Shows maturity of technical expertise and assumes responsibility for highly specialized technical objectives
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of effectively conveying technical and non-technical concepts to diverse audiences
Benefits
NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members.
Company
NextEra Energy Resources
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Funding
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