Sr. Grid Infrastructure Commissioning Engineer, BESS - REMOTE

Sr. Energy Storage Commissioning Engineer, Grid Infrastructure

Location: FULLY REMOTE (Anywhere in the USA)

This is an opportunity to join a trailblazing BESS (Battery Energy Storage) company backed by top-tier private equity, leading the charge in utility-scale energy storage development, execution, and operations. They have a rapidly expanding national footprint and a double-digit GW portfolio, including one of the largest fleets of grid-connected standalone battery storage assets in the country.

They are looking for a Sr. Energy Storage Commissioning Engineer and Project Leader to join their EPC team and own the technical engineering, construction oversight, and commissioning execution for utility-scale BESS projects across designated regions. This is a unique role that combines deep cross-functional technical engineering with hands-on project delivery.

You will oversee the design, construction, and commissioning of BESS projects in partnership with third-party engineering firms and EPC contractors. You will review and negotiate interconnection agreements alongside the Transmission and Interconnection teams. You will lead RFQ/RFP development with procurement, work directly with utilities and consultants, and travel to project sites throughout the construction and commissioning lifecycle.

If you have built high-voltage systems for renewable energy grid infrastructure projects, lived through utility energization timelines, and want to apply that experience to manifest the future of the grid for generations to come, this role was built for you.

They are committed to creating more grid infrastructure solutions and offer comprehensive compensation packages. Perks include a competitive base salary, open PTO policy, flex work hours, health benefits, the opportunity to work with a transparent Executive Leadership Team, and more.

Responsibilities

• Manage technical deliverables for design, construction, and commissioning of utility-scale BESS projects.
• Provide high-voltage substation, switchyard, and transmission system commissioning oversight.
• Support interconnection agreement (LGIA) negotiation and execution.
• Develop RFQ/RFP packages for EPC contractors and engineering consultants.
• Partner cross-functionally with Transmission, Interconnection, Procurement, and Development teams.
• Maintain on-site presence at projects across the country (~30% travel).
• Participate as a stakeholder in ERCOT, MISO, SPP, and PJM queue reform and large load policy discussions.

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering (Power Engineering preferred).
• 5-7+ years in project engineering, EPC, construction management, or commissioning in the power industry.
• Hands-on experience with high-voltage utility substations, switchyards, and transmission systems.
• Strong understanding of battery energy storage fundamentals and value proposition.
• Familiarity with ISO/RTO commissioning compliance and LGIA/PPA structures.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Bluebeam, MS Project, and SharePoint.
• Ability to travel ~30% across project sites.
• Comfort with AI-enabled tools for engineering productivity.
• A practical, data-driven mindset for ambiguous, fast-evolving market environments.

The deadline for applications is 75 days from the original posting date.