BESS Electrical Engineer - Primoris Renewable Energy

Primoris Services Corporation is a premier specialty contractor delivering critical infrastructure services across the utility, energy, and renewables sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada. They are seeking a BESS Electrical Engineer to develop design concepts for Battery Energy Storage Systems, provide technical support, and collaborate with various teams to optimize project designs.

Responsibilities:

• Develop preliminary design concepts for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) based on sound engineering principles
• Provide technical documentation and support to Estimating, Business Development, and Proposal teams
• Contribute to detailed design development for awarded BESS projects
• Offer long-term design and optimization support for BESS systems throughout the project lifecycle
• Create, update, and utilize electrical engineering calculation tools
• Collaborate with Estimating, Procurement, Project Management, and Field teams to support design development and optimization
• Guide AutoCAD designers in producing accurate BESS site layouts, single-line diagrams, and other technical drawings
• Maintain and enhance a database of equipment used in BESS design
• Support the development of construction details and Bills of Materials for various project work packages
• Lead the design process from conceptual through to constructible stages across multiple BESS projects
• Review utility interconnection documents, including facility studies, interconnection agreements, and power purchase agreements
• Apply engineering principles to optimize costs for utility-scale BESS systems and maintain design matrices for future use
• Provide engineering support to Procurement and Operations teams for awarded projects
• Utilize company-approved tools and communication methods to ensure efficient collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
• Improve workflow processes across engineering, procurement, scheduling, and project controls
• Analyze historical project data and assist with material forecasting for upcoming BESS projects

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, or a minimum of 5 years of renewable energy field experience
• At least 2 years of experience in utility-scale BESS or Solar PV design, or within the renewable energy industry
• Proficiency with tools such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, PVsyst, SAM, ETAP, CYMCAP, PVSOL (BESS Design), and Python
• Strong understanding of modules, racking, inverters, and design drivers for utility-scale BESS and PV systems
• Ability to interpret manufacturer specifications, design parameters, and installation guidelines
• Experience creating engineered BESS site plans and single-line diagrams (DC and AC systems)
• Excellent prioritization, multitasking, and follow-through skills with minimal supervision
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a positive and professional demeanor
• High level of organizational skills and attention to detail